ITV Britain's Got Talent issues response to 'racism' claims over veteran performer
manchestereveningnews.co.ukBritain's Got Talent has responded after the show's return was hit with 'racism' complaints. It was a big weekend for the ITV talent show as it made a big comeback after two years away from screens.
Simon Cowell, Alesha Dixon, Amanda Holden, and David Walliams were back on the judging panel after the programme was disrupted in 2020 and then cancelled in 2021 due to the ongoing restrictions throughout the coronavirus pandemic.
And to make the return of the hit show, fans were treated to two episodes on Saturday and Sunday night packed full of auditions and the selection of the first two golden buzzer acts. READ MORE: Piers Morgan confirms first ITV appearance since storming off GMB set in Meghan Markle bust-up with ratings dig However, BGT often suffers controversy, and the show has been forced to speak out after veteran performer Jim Fitzpatrick returned to the programme.
His performance started with Jim being lowered to the stage from the ceiling wearing a bizarre crow outfit before partaking in a limited dance routine.
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