The 19th series of ITV’s long-running talent series Britain’s Got Talent is returning to screens this weekend.
Tianna Corbin TV Reporter
09:03, 19 Feb 2026
Britain’s Got Talent teaser: KSI shakes hands with Simon Cowell
The wait is almost over as ITV viewers will see Simon Cowell, Amanda Holden, Alesha Dixon and KSI return to screens for a brand new series of Britain’s Got Talent.
On Saturday (February 21), the 19th series of the long-running show begins as a new batch of hopeful performers take to the stage.
With the chance to win an eye-watering £250,000 prize, along with a spot at the prestigious Royal Variety Performance, all people need to do is secure a yes from three of the judges.
However, they could get the chance to sail straight through to the semi-finals if they manage to get a golden buzzer from either the judges or presenters Ant and Dec.
Ahead of the series kicking off, Amanda shared her thoughts on the latest addition to the show, KSI.
KSI joins Amanda Holden, Simon Cowell, and Alesha Dixon on the BGT panel(Image: ITV)
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KSI officially joined the judging panel this year, following guest appearances in 2025. He replaced Bruno Tonioli, who decided to bow out due to scheduling conflicts.
When asked what the YouTube sensation brings to the line-up, Amanda said: “He is super cool, really personable. To be honest with you, I feel like I’ve known him for ages.
The ITV star had nothing but praise when speaking about KSI joining the show
“I feel quite protective over him, I don’t know why, a tiny bit mother-y. I think what he brings is that he cuts to the chase, so there’s no waffling. He sort of says exactly what he thinks, which is quick and succinct.”
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During the YouTube clip, which was shared on Instagram, Amanda confessed she’s never seen anyone aside from herself as keen to participate with the acts on-stage.
However, during her chat about KSI, Amanda couldn’t help but take a cheeky jibe at his music career.
Amanda Holden took a cheeky jibe at her new co-star(Image: YOUTUBE/BGT)
When asked if she was a big fan of his music, she pulled a face and smirked, clearly not wanting to answer.
As the video added the sound effects of crickets, the ITV judge added: “I have to say, I loved his last single. I did love his last single.”
Britain’s Got Talent returns to ITV1, ITVX on Saturday February 21 at 7pm.
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