The 18th series of the British talent competition Programmed Britain’s Got Talent began airing on ITV1 on 22 February 2025. This marks the first time in the show’s history that it will air in February instead of April. The Shift in schedule fills the gap left by Ant & Dec’s Saturday Night Takeaway, which has entered an indefinite hiatus starting in April.
The judging panel remains unchanged, featuring the familiar faces of Simon Cowell, Amanda Holden, Alesha Dixon, and Bruno Tonioli. Fans are excited to see the chemistry between these judges, who bring a mix of expertise, humour, and heart to the competition. Ant & Dec also return as the beloved hosts, guiding contestants through their performances and backstage emotions.
This season showcases diverse talent, including vocals, solo/group dances, magicians, acrobatics, comedy, and much more. Contestants give their best performances in hopes of securing the prestigious Golden Buzzer, which grants them a direct entry into the BGT semi-finals.
Britain’s Got Talent 2025 Schedule Date and Time
With a new airing timeline, the Britain’s Got Talent 2025 schedule features a fresh lineup of audition episodes leading up to the live semi-finals and the grand final. Here are the key dates:
| Show Name | Britain’s Got Talent (BGT) |
| Season | 18th |
| Start Date | 22 February 2025 |
| Telecast Time | Saturday at 8:00 PM |
| Semi-Final 1 | 26 April 2025 |
| Semi-Final 2 | 3 May 2025 |
| Semi-Final 3 | 10 May 2025 |
| Semi-Final 4 | 17 May 2025 |
| Semi-Final 5 | 24 May 2025 |
| Grand Final | 31 May 2025 |
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Britain’s got talent contestants 2025 (Season 18)
Here are some of the talented contestants competing in BGT 2025:
| Contestant Name | Age | Hometown | Act | Status |
| Binita Chetry | 8 | Assam, India | Dancer | Participants |
| Olly Pearson | 11 | Manchester, UK | Guitarist | Participants |
| Elizabeth Lyons | 25 | London, UK | Opera Singer | Participants |
| The Blackouts | 18-30 | Birmingham, UK | LED Dance Group | Participants |
| RuMac | 28 | Dublin, Ireland | Magician | Participants |
| Stacey Leadbeatter | 29 | Yorkshire, UK | Singer | Participants |
| Teddy Magic | 35 | Glasgow, Scotland | Illusionist | Participants |
| Vinnie McKee | 29 | Liverpool, UK | Singer | Participants |
| John Pierce | 34 | Cardiff, Wales | Comedian | Participants |
| Heavysaurus | Various | Helsinki, Finland | Dinosaur-Themed Rock Band | Participants |
| TR Extras | Various | London, UK | Theatrical Performance | Participants |
Golden buzzer winner of BGT Season 18 (2025)
Here is the Golden Buzzer winner of BGT 2025 Season 18:
| Participant | Age | Genre | Act | Semi-Final | Result |
| Electric Umbrella | 5-66 | Dance & Singing | Dance Group and Choir | Golden Buzzer | |
| Olly Pearson | 11 | Music | Guitarist | Golden Buzzer | |
| Stacey Leadbeatter | 29 | Singing | Singer | Golden Buzzer | |
| The Blackouts | 18-42 | Dance | LED Dance Group | Golden Buzzer | |
| Vinnie McKee | 29 | Singing | Singer | Golden Buzzer | |
| Will Burns | 24 | Comedy | Impressionist | Golden Buzzer |
- Golden Buzzer: A contestant or act that received a Golden Buzzer during the audition round, earning a direct spot in the semi-finals.
- Selected: A contestant or act that received a “yes” from the judges and advanced to the next round.
- Eliminated: A contestant or act that did not progress past the audition round.
Where to Watch Britain’s Got Talent 2025?
Fans can catch all the episodes live on ITV1 and stream them on ITVX. The official Britain’s Got Talent YouTube channel will also share highlights, exclusive interviews, and behind-the-scenes clips.
Stay Updated on Latest News for BGT 2025 Season 18
For the latest news, results, and contestant updates, follow Britain’s Got Talent on social media and stay tuned to entertainment news websites. Who will be the next big star discovered on BGT 2025? Only time will tell! Don’t miss out on the excitement
