Britain’s Got Talent Series 19 (2026) Semi-Finals Update (as of 16 May 2026)

The audition phase of Britain’s Got Talent Series 19 has wrapped, and the live semi-finals are now well underway.

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With Ant & Dec hosting and judges Simon Cowell, Amanda Holden, Alesha Dixon, and KSI on the panel, three semi-finals have already aired (25 April, 2 May, and 9 May), delivering high-stakes performances, live Golden Buzzers, and plenty of drama.

Semi-Final 4 airs tonight (16 May) at an earlier 6–8pm slot on ITV1 and ITVX to avoid clashing with Eurovision, with Semi-Final 5 scheduled for 23 May and the Grand Final on 30 May.

Around 40 acts have competed across the five semi-final nights (roughly 8 acts per show). Each semi-final sees one act advance automatically via public vote and one via a live Golden Buzzer from the judges, creating extra tension and surprises.

Current Finalists (After Three Semi-Finals)

Six acts have already secured their places in the Grand Final:

  • Matty Juniosa (Matty J) – Singer (Live Golden Buzzer – Amanda Holden, SF1)
  • Anastasiia & Salsa – Dog dancing duo (Public vote winner – SF1)
  • Fabian Fox – Magician (Public vote winner – SF2)
  • Sadeck Berrabah & LMA – Dance group (Live Golden Buzzer – Alesha Dixon, SF2)
  • Ted Hill – Comedian (Public vote winner – SF3)
  • Liwei Yang – Fire juggler / foot juggler (Live Golden Buzzer – KSI, SF3)

Confirmed Audition Golden Buzzer Acts & Their Progress

These acts received an automatic pass to the live semi-finals after wowing the judges:

  • Paul Nunnari (Golden Buzzer: Simon Cowell) – Wheelchair aerialist. Performed in SF1 but eliminated.
  • Rafferty Coope (Golden Buzzer: KSI) – Musical magician. Performing in Semi-Final 4 tonight.
  • Antigravity (Golden Buzzer: Alesha Dixon) – Multimedia dance group. Performed in SF3; finished 3rd and eliminated.
  • Hawkstone Farmers Choir (Golden Buzzer: Amanda Holden) – Farmers choir. Expected in a later semi-final (likely SF5).
  • Ted Hill (Golden Buzzer: Ant & Dec) – Comedian. Advanced to the final via public vote in SF3.
  • Matty Juniosa (Matty J) (Golden Buzzer: Simon Cowell) – Singer. Advanced to the final via live Golden Buzzer in SF1.
  • Braunstone Community Primary School (Golden Buzzer: Stacey Solomon – Guest) – School choir & dance. Performed in SF2 but eliminated.

Live Semi-Final Golden Buzzers so far:

  • SF1: Amanda Holden → Matty Juniosa
  • SF2: Alesha Dixon → Sadeck Berrabah & LMA
  • SF3: KSI → Liwei Yang

Other Notable Acts & Semi-Final Outcomes

Many strong audition standouts have already competed:

  • Eliminated in SF1: Nancy Tilley (drummer), The Rafikiz (acrobats), Paul Nunnari (aerialist), Christy Coysh, etc.
  • Eliminated in SF2: Braunstone Community Primary School, World Wings (dance), Macshane & Delby (rappers), etc.
  • Eliminated in SF3: Antigravity, Niamh Noade (singing harpist – runner-up), Mizuki Shinagawa (aerialist), Mega Unity (dance crew), The Lux City Choir, Playground (dance).

Still to perform or in upcoming shows: Glantaf Boys Choir, Celestial (drone show), MC Tazo, and others.

What to Expect Tonight & Going Forward

Semi-Final 4 line-up (16 May, 6pm ITV1/ITVX) includes:

  • Rafferty Coope (musical magician, KSI audition GB)
  • Glantaf Boys Choir
  • Epic Sax Guy
  • Kristel Herrera (singer)
  • Ren DMC (rapper)
  • Sonny Green (poet)
  • Wei Yamin
  • Welsch Master Team (acrobats/gymnastics)

Expect emotional stories, jaw-dropping variety, high-energy dance, magic, singing, and more live Golden Buzzer drama. Public voting remains crucial — only the top public vote act + one live GB advance per night.

How to Watch

  • Live semi-finals on ITV1 and ITVX (SF4 tonight at 6pm).
  • Catch up on ITVX.
  • Follow @BGT on Instagram, X, and TikTok for clips, voting links, and behind-the-scenes content.

Early Predictions & Current Standout Finalists

The six acts already in the final represent a strong mix: heartfelt singing (Matty J), adorable animal acts (Anastasiia & Salsa), clever magic (Fabian Fox), slick choreography (LMA), hilarious comedy (Ted Hill), and high-risk danger (Liwei Yang). Golden Buzzer favourites and viral acts are delivering, but underdogs have already shaken things up.

Will an audition Golden Buzzer like Rafferty Coope or the Hawkstone Farmers Choir join them? Or will tonight’s public vote produce another surprise?

The 2026 series continues to impress with fresh energy thanks to KSI’s panel presence and a brilliant blend of heart, spectacle, and talent.

Who’s your favourite finalist so far? Drop your predictions for tonight’s semi-final and the overall winner in the comments! ✨

Stay tuned for full results, performance highlights, and live updates as Britain’s Got Talent 2026 heads toward the Grand Final.