Something Like a Phenomenon....

28/05/2009

Wow...this series of Britain's Got Talent really has been a phenomenon and we're loving every second of it!

We're three semi-finals down, and we're pleased to say that some really good talent has made it through to the final. It's been incredible, and we just can't wait for tonight! 

There are six through already, we have another four to find and we completely agree with the finalists so far - the right people have gone through and the best acts have won a deserved place. One thing that's been common throughout these semi-finals is that everyone has been feeling the pressure. Every single act has been experiencing just how big this show is, and in particular how big the semi-finals have been. The nerves have gotten to just about everybody, and it shows! No one has put in the perfect performance yet, the sheer scale of it all has been overwhelming. Susan Boyle hit a few dodgy notes when she first came out, but she regained her composure and put in a magnificent performance. Diversity told us that they'd never been as nervous as they were on the night, and Flawless weren't quite flawless with a minor wobble at the very end of what was a stunning dance routine. Stavros Flatley missed a couple of steps in the middle of their number, and even the amazing Shaheen had a slight note-wobble at the beginning! So everyone is feeling the pressure big time, and can you really blame them? Nerves are to be expected and especially this year the show and the hype around it is bigger than either of us can remember, and that is bound to have an effect.

But, we're so excited for the final because the talent that's gone through have now experienced a live show and know what they're in for, and most importantly they'll want to prove themselves...and that's going to make for a very, very exciting final. We're currently deep in rehearsal for tonight's show, and the funny thing is that the corridor outside our dressing rooms is the place where all the acts and dancers meet to get ready and psyche themselves up just before they head into the studio. They all wait outside our door which is the furthest one down, and I opened the door the other day, and little Lagi from Stavros Flatley fell straight in, dressed in full Cypriot outfit which was a surprise to say the least! So we get to see quite a bit of involvement backstage and the comings and goings of the acts so it's a great vantage point before the show. It's been a relentless week so far - as soon as we're out of bed we're in a car straight to the studio where we'll rehearse all day, do the show, go home, go to bed, get up the next morning, head straight to the studio again...so we had a welcome night off last night to watch the football, and we're now raring to go for the second half of the week! So, tune in tonight and let us know what you think, and don't forget to check in tomorrow afternoon for the second part of our chocolate challenge....The Malteser Cup!

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  • Think the Show is brill and wouldn't be the same if Ant and Dec didn't present it. I've grown up watching Smtv live and all the other programs you do and you are such a good duo and we love you.

    Leanne

  • i was so so sorry for holly last night when she started crying but im glad she got through because her second performance was killer i am so glad aiden got through to he was class i either want Shaheen, Diversity or Aiden to win

    sarah

  • What a show last night! Felt so sorry for Holly, but glad she got into the final. Can't wait for tonight! You both do an amazing job presenting it!

    Lots of love to you both :)

    xxx

    Louise

  • Hi guys
    I wanted to say that you were so nice to poor hollie last night and you are so sweet. You rock.
    Kirsty X
    (BTW i love the hair styles)

    Kirsty

  • Diversity FTW

    annnd i just realized Aidan looks like a mini Chris Brown!
    x

    Heather

  • I love ant and dec so much i think they are the funniest people ever. They have been friends for years and what good friends they are. They are good role modles to anyone. They are funny, mad and many more crazy words. I think that they are very good people xxx

    claire

  • Aw you guys looked GORGEOUS tonight and I loved the way Dec comforted Hollie so sweeeeeeeeet (:

    Love you both so much!!

    xXxXxXxXxXxXxXxXxXxX

    Lara, 16

  • Hi Ant and Dec!!

    Thank you both for the hilarity you bring to BGT!! I loved your Malteser challenge! hehe.
    I live in New Zealand but log onto YouTube often to watch you guys take the mickey out of the contestants! :P Keep up the good work! All the best :)
    Celia
    Christchurch, New Zealand

    Celia

  • One more thing.
    Do all of the semifinalists have to prepare for both the semis AND the final? It would make sense that they would have to, because they don't know if they are going to the final until a day or two beforehand....which means that EVERYONE involved has to be prepared for them ALL to be in the final, right? What an incredible amount of work! Sorry for the wave of questions, I'm just really intrigued by the actual mechanics of the show (far more than the contestants even). I wish I could learn everything there is to know about the way these types of shows work. It's all tremendously fascinating to me. Much thanks in advance if you decide to spend any time answering my questions. I am trying (with near-missionary zeal) to convert my friends into liking BGT as much as I do.

    Keep the faith,
    (whatever that means)

    Melanie

    ps- "The lines are NOWwwwwWOOOpen!" <--I love this part.

    Melanie Y.

  • hiya,
    i thought it was a great show last night, cant wait for the chocolate challenge tomorrow.cant believe that Natalie okri didn't get through before and Simon made her cry.Dec I just realized that my birthday is on the same day as you (and my brothers and his name is Dec too because my mum really likes you two).
    bye from Zoe.P
    xxxxxxxxxxxxx
    (those aren't really kisses more like hugs, oh just forget it!)

    kit

  • im lovin' the semi finals didn't even notice the mistakes the acts made but i must agree susan boyle went a bit wobbley
    can't wait till tonights preformance :) and GREAT blog

    georgia

  • hey guys, you looked drop dead GORGEOUS in those suits last night!
    love you boys
    laura xxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxx xxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxx
    xxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxx xxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxx xxxx

    Laura

  • 5/29/09 - I think you both are the cutest things on TV!I saw you for the first time while watching Susan Boyle's first fantastic performance when she sang I've Dreamed a Dream on youtube...that's my theme song now. You treated her with so much respect and dignity from the beginning to the end. I'm a teacher and a mom who's a wee bit older than Susan. I'm from the States, and it was so refreshing to see you take her hand, laugh WITH her, and comfort her. It was wonderful that Piers took Susan out and encouraged her, then stood up for her when the press tried to make her look bad. In addition, I think it would be extra wonderful if both of you would do the same. She is very afraid right now and hasn't found her feet yet in her new world. PLEASE don't leave her hanging by herself! She needs 2 sets of strong shoulders by the names of Ant and Dec to help her get through right now. You both were there to encourage her that first night and became fast friends, so please contact her asap and t

    Mel

  • Julian Smith to win!!! he is outstandingly brilliant, makes you cry, he has been my winner from when we first saw his audition. Guys you are also outstandingly brilliant, your doing a top job, Piers is getting on my nerves abit now with his trying to belittle simon quips every possible chance he gets it's now gone past funny Piers!!! get over it he is more popular!!!

    Amanda Prince

  • try entering competitions then you will be more likely to meet Ant and Dec, I hope that this helps xxxx

    AbbylovesDecDonnelly xx

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