Bradley Walsh to judge Britain's Got Talent 2027

Summarised from 2 outlets · Updated 13 Oct, 12:02 · Archive

Bradley Walsh will be a guest judge on Britain's Got Talent 2027, replacing Simon Cowell who is undergoing back surgery.

Bradley Walsh has been confirmed as a guest judge on Britain's Got Talent 2027, replacing Simon Cowell for the upcoming series. Cowell is stepping down temporarily to undergo back surgery following injuries sustained in a 2020 electric bike accident. The incident caused long-term nerve damage and resulted in a metal rod being fitted in his spine.

Walsh, known for hosting The Chase and Gladiators, will join regular judges Amanda Holden, Alesha Dixon and KSI on the panel. ITV announced the news via social media. This is not the first time Cowell has missed part of BGT due to injury; he was temporarily replaced by guest judge Ashley Banjo in 2020.

Following the announcement, Walsh shared a video from the BGT set, saying: 'Amanda, Alesha, and KSI are so lovely to work with.' Britain's Got Talent will return for its 20th series in 2027, with an exact start date not yet confirmed, though a similar launch to this year's February start is expected.

How it is being reported

• ITV gives first look at new BGT judge Bradley Walsh as he replaces Simon CowellITV has confirmed that Bradley Walsh will be a guest judge on Britain's Got Talent 2027, replacing Simon Cowell.Malvern Gazette · 13 Oct, 11:47
• ITV gives first look at new BGT judge Bradley Walsh as he replaces Simon CowellITV has confirmed that Bradley Walsh will be a guest judge on Britain's Got Talent 2027, replacing Simon Cowell.Worcester News · 13 Oct, 11:47

In this story: Bradley Walsh · Simon Cowell · Amanda Holden · Alesha Dixon · KSI · Britain's Got Talent · ITV

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