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BGT start date revealed and fan-favourite judge replaced as first trailer drops

The BGT start date has been revealed and fans of the Ant and Dec-fronted series really don't have long to wait

Ant and Dec are back to host BGT later this month (Credit: ITV) ITV announced: “Ant and Dec will once again lead the nation through a series of auditions featuring an array of talent, who’ll be performing to secure a spot in the live weekly semi-finals by impressing the four inimitable judges – Simon Cowell, Amanda Holden, Alesha Dixon and Bruno Tonioli.” The statement then added of Bruno’s replacement: “Brand-new to series 18 is social media sensation KSI who steps in as guest judge.” (Credit: ITV)The trailer features an array of weird and wonderful acts, all vying for a chance to become the winner of BGT 2025.

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