ITV viewers have shared they’ve been left in tears following an audition on the latest episode of Britain’s Got Talent (BGT).
The series returned for its 18th edition as judges Simon Cowell, Amanda Holden, singer Alesha Dixon and Bruno Tonioli all returned along with guest judge KSI.
Among the many auditions shown, was Vinnie McKee, a bingo caller and a singer-songwriter from Glasgow.
Doing it for the Scots! 🏴🌟
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Vinnie McKee has scored the first Golden Buzzer of the series!!!: https://t.co/tpvVqLqmtL#BGT #BritainsGotTalent pic.twitter.com/NldnfRDuWN
Vinnie’s audition quickly left many viewers emotional after he received the first golden buzzer in the series.
BGT in tears after emotional Vinnie McKee audition
The Glasgow singer-songwriter previously discussed why his love for singing, as The Scottish Sun reports: “I've always wanted to be a singer.
"And to be honest I was ready to maybe stop dreaming about pursuing it.
"I thought I was getting too old and was convinced it was never going to happen."
Reacting to Vinnie’s emotional BGT audition, one viewer said: "Wow Vinnie, knocking that @proclaimers classic out of the park."
As another added: “Wowsers, this guy is fabulous."
Following his audition, Vinnie received the golden buzzer from Simon Cowell meaning he is now straight through to the semi-finals.
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TV duo Ant McPartlin and Declan Donnelly will also return to host the 2025 series, with social media star and musician KSI joining the panel as a guest judge.
The series champion receives £250,000 in prize money and the opportunity to perform at the Royal Variety Performance.
Previous successful winners include Susan Boyle, Paul Potts and Diversity.
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