The Britain's Got Talent live final is finally here. After hundreds of hopefuls auditioned for a chance to perform at the Royal Variety Show, only 10 acts remain. These finalists will take the stage once more in front of judges Simon Cowell, Amanda Holden, Alesha Dixon, and KSI. The winner, who will receive £250,000 in addition to the Royal Variety Show slot, will be determined by a public vote.
Among the finalists are Golden Buzzer winner and singer Matty Juniosa, as well as PowerPoint comedian Ted Hill. Former BGT winner Paul Potts, who won the inaugural series in 2007, has tipped Matty as the one to beat. He commented: "Matty Juniosa is the favourite for me. He's the one everybody else must beat. The magicians have a chance if they don't divide the vote between themselves, and Hawkstone Farmers Choir could also place highly depending on public support. The poet who performed about his son was very moving as well, although some viewers may find it slightly manipulative or preachy. I think there are several acts capable of doing well, but Matty feels like the strongest contender."
When is the BGT 2026 final and who is performing?
The Britain's Got Talent final will air on ITV1 at 7pm and last for two and a half hours. The winner is expected to be announced just before the programme ends at 9:30pm. The 10 acts competing tonight are:
- Anastasiia and Salsa – dog act
- Celestial – drone show and Golden Buzzer winner
- Fabian Fox – magician
- The Hawkstone Farmers Choir – singers
- Liqei Yang – fire juggler and Golden Buzzer winner
- LMA – dance group and Golden Buzzer winners
- Matty Juniosa – singer and Golden Buzzer winner
- Rafferty Coope – magician
- Sonny Green – poet and Golden Buzzer winner
- Ted Hill – comedian
A surprise musical act is also scheduled to perform, with fans speculating that judge Alesha Dixon will reunite with her group Mis-Teeq for their 25th anniversary.
Where is BGT winner Ashleigh Butler now?
In 2012, Britain's Got Talent winner Ashleigh Butler, then just 16, amazed audiences with highly synchronised dancing and agility routines alongside her six-year-old dog Pudsey, a crossbreed of Border Collie, Bichon Frise, and Chinese Crested. Since then, Ashleigh has built a successful career as a professional dog trainer, agility champion, and TV presenter. She also achieved a personal milestone by moving into a new home with her boyfriend, Byron Witchell.
