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Golden Buzzer Sends Duo to Final, Cowell Hails Performance

5/3/2026

Summary

Alesha Dixon Golden-buzzes

On May 2, 2026, judge Alesha Dixon hit the golden buzzer, sending Sadeck Berrabah & LMA to the final.
Simon Cowell called the performance “gobsmackingly beautiful” and “stunning,” while the semi-final episode featured eight acts including Japanese hip-hop dancers World Wings.
Viewers condemned the studio audience’s loud shouting as a “mob” and urged muting.
YouTuber-judge KSI praised Fabian Fox’s illusion as one of the most incredible things he has seen.

Summary

Liverpool Media Academy Aims

Liverpool Media Academy troupe aims to win a slot at the Royal Variety Performance.
The prize includes £250,000 cash and a final scheduled for 30 May.
Public voting and judges will determine the two finalists for the final lineup.
The live semi-final at 19:00 BST will feature larger choreography and extra props.
Owner Richard praised the 66-person group for spreading happiness despite global misery.

History

Historical Context

Simon Cowell’s Got Talent format debuted on ITV from 9 June to 17 June 2007, drawing an average 8.4 million UK viewers and awarding a £100,000 prize. Its success revived televised talent contests, establishing a template that networks replicate. The 2026 Liverpool Media Academy semi-final mirrors that model, using judges, a golden buzzer and a £250,000 prize to launch new performers.

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Alesha Dixon Golden-buzzes

On May 2, 2026, judge Alesha Dixon hit the golden buzzer, sending Sadeck Berrabah & LMA to the final.
Simon Cowell called the performance “gobsmackingly beautiful” and “stunning,” while the semi-final episode featured eight acts including Japanese hip-hop dancers World Wings.
Viewers condemned the studio audience’s loud shouting as a “mob” and urged muting.
YouTuber-judge KSI praised Fabian Fox’s illusion as one of the most incredible things he has seen.

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