Simon Cowell has confirmed he will return as a judge for the seventh series of ITV1's Britain's Got Talent. He will be joined once again by Amanda Holden, Alesha Dixon and David Walliams, with Ant & Dec hosting the show.
Cowell expressed his enthusiasm for the upcoming series, stating: 'I loved doing the show last year, the new panel worked really well and I'm very happy they have all agreed to come back. Last year was a special year for talent and I hope that in 2013, off the back of an amazing year for Britain, we find another global star.'
Last year's winner was dancing dog act Ashleigh & Pudsey, who took home £500,000 in prize money. They have since performed at the Royal Variety Performance and appeared on US shows including America's Got Talent and The Jay Leno Show.
David Walliams, comedian and fellow judge, said: 'My Simon and I are going to be together again. I'm delighted to confirm I will be a judge on Britain's Got Talent again next year. I am so happy I could cry.'
The show's producers are offering a £10,000 prize to anyone who helps find a winner for the next series. Viewers are urged to tell producers about a performer they have seen in person or online; if that act wins, the scout receives the cash reward. Open auditions have been taking place since October across the UK, with judges' auditions starting in the New Year in five cities.
