Some of the most talked-about TV moments in the UK have come from Britain’s Got Talent.
Opera singers, street dancers, magicians, comedians, and even a few dancing dogs have all been introduced to the country since the show’s 2007 debut.
Eighteen celebrities have been chosen winners, each earning a staggering £250,000 and a chance to perform at the Royal Variety.
But now, where are all the former BGT winners?
Since winning, the winners have seen varied degrees of success and notoriety, from performing panto to serving as TV judges and starring in their own movies.
The Daily Mail now looks back at the winners’ current activities ahead of Saturday night’s season 19 finale.
Paul Potts, a former mobile salesperson, won Britain’s Got Talent for the first time in 2007 after impressing the judges with his powerful singing.
Opera Singer Paul Potts, Series 1 (2007)
Paul Potts, a former mobile salesperson, won Britain’s Got Talent for the first time in 2007 after impressing the judges with his powerful singing.
His debut album One Chance, which peaked at the top of the album charts in 13 countries, earned him a platinum album after his triumph on the show.
Since then, Paul has put out six more albums and received other awards. In 2013, a biography about his life starring James Corden was produced.
Since then, he has placed third as Koala in The Masked Singer Germany, performed in a Tokyo production of Phantom of the Opera, and advanced to the final 12 of America’s Got Talent: The Champions in 2019.
In South Korea’s King of Mask Singer, he also placed second as Justice Bao.
Street Dancer: George Sampson, Series 2 (2008)
George, who was only 14 at the time, won the second season after making an especially strong impression in the final with his rendition of Mint Royale’s rendition of Singin’ in the Rain.
George Sampson, who was only 14 at the time, won the second series after making an especially strong impression in the final with his rendition of Mint Royale’s rendition of Singin’ in the Rain.
George’s passion is dance, but he has dabbled in acting, appearing as Gary in Mount Pleasant and Kyle Stack in Waterloo Road.
In addition, he tread the boards in Panto, playing the Prince in the Cinderella pantomime in Clacton-on-Sea, and had appearances in Emmerdale and the StreetDance movies.
George is a passionate gamer who currently streams while playing online. In 2024, he shared a very adorable photo from his time on BGT.
He captioned the adorable throwback image, “My own little piece of history,” with a picture of his legendary suit from the show that he had framed among pictures of himself on the show.
Street Dancing Troupe: Diversity, Series 3 (2009)
Diversity unexpectedly won season three, defeating fan favorite Susan Boyle to take the top spot.
After defeating fan favorite Susan Boyle, Diversity emerged victorious in the third series.
Since then, they’ve had enormous success, leading multiple stadium tours and making multiple TV appearances, including a contentious but critically acclaimed comeback to BGT in 2021.
Later this month, the group plans to open their Diversity Studio website, where individuals may register and schedule dancing lessons.
Ashley Banjo, a choreographer, has also had a prosperous solo career. She has judged various events, such as Dance Dance Dance, Got To Dance, and Dancing On Ice.
Together with his brother Jordan, who is attempting to box, he has become a well-known TV personality.
Series 4 of Spelbound: Gymnastic Troupe (2010)
The gymnastic group’s amazing routines and breathtaking acrobatics literally enthralled the judges and spectators.
Thanks to their amazing routines and breathtaking acrobatics, the gymnastic troupe completely captivated the judges and audience.
Spelbound released their own DVD after defeating Twist and Pulse in the final, and they were honored to perform at the 2012 London Olympics closing ceremony.
However, Spelbound has mostly disappeared from the public eye after their Royal Variety Performance that same year.
When instructor Neil Griffiths was accused of abusing three youngsters in 2015, the group made headlines once more. However, he was later exonerated and called the experience “18 months of hell.”
Lauren Kemp, a group member, talked candidly about their 2020 victory and expressed how shocked they were to win.
“We didn’t expect it at all,” she remarked. We never considered that, even though everyone else seemed so certain that we would prevail. We were even the subject of wagers!”
Singer Jai McDowall, Series 5 (2011)
When he defeated favorite Ronan Parke to win the fifth series, the Scottish singer astonished both the judges and the audience.
When the Scottish singer defeated fan favorite Ronan Parke to win the fifth series, both the judges and the audience were taken aback.
Even though his rendition of Evanescence’s “Bring Me To Life” was impressive, his debut album only peaked at number 54 on the charts, which did not help his career.
Following his dismissal from Simon Cowell’s record label, the music mogul publicly acknowledged that he hoped Jai hadn’t won the competition.
Later, in 2019, they got back together on Britain’s Got Talent: The Champions, where Simon apologized profusely for not “supporting” Jai earlier.
Jai continues to sing and has dabbled in theater, having appeared in Come What May, a musical play in the UK.
Series 6 of Ashleigh and Pudsey: The Performing Dog Act (2012)
The nation was enthralled with Ashleigh and Pudsey’s Mission Impossible-inspired routine, and the two went on to win the enormous prize money and a slot on the Royal Variety Performance.
The public was enthralled with Ashleigh and Pudsey’s Mission Impossible-inspired act, and the two went on to win a seat on the Royal Variety Performance and a sizable award.
Due to their success, they were able to produce their own movie, Pudsey The Dog: The Movie, in which Pudsey was voiced by former judge David Walliams.
In July 2017, a distraught Ashely revealed that her cherished companion dog had passed away at the age of eleven due to a leukemia diagnosis, following multiple TV appearances and live appearances.
Sully, Ashleigh’s new dog, was debuted later that year. The two went on to have success together, including winning at Crufts 2023.
Ashleigh, who also experimented with Panto, went on to earn awards as a dog trainer and compete with Sully for the GB Agility Team 2023.
Shadow Theatre: Attraction, Series 7 (2013)
As the first foreign act to win the show, the Hungarian shadow artist group made history.
Being the first foreign act to win the event, the Hungarian shadow artist group created history.
The ensemble starred in a live TV commercial and other live theater shows, including one in Las Vegas, after winning the show.
Nine years after their success, they startled the audience by returning to BGT in 2022, this time with a new generation of dancers that included some of their kids.
Szæcs Zoltán, the original group’s leader, returned to coach Attraction Juniors, however they didn’t advance to the semi-finals despite their audition leaving everyone in tears.
Male Singing Group Collabro, Series 8 (2014)
Following their victory, the five-piece—Michael Auger, Richard Hadfield, Jamie Lambert, Matthew Pagan, and Thomas J. Redgrave—released three albums.
Following their victory, the five-piece—Michael Auger, Richard Hadfield, Jamie Lambert, Matthew Pagan, and Thomas J. Redgrave—released three albums, including their number-one debut, Stars.
Richard Hadfield, the group’s original member, left in 2016, allowing the lads to carry on as a quartet.
Despite participating on America’s Got Talent: The Champions, the band was unable to advance to the next round.
After a farewell tour in December 2022 and the release of their final album, Be Still My Soul, Collabro announced their dissolution in August of that same year.
In June 2025, the ensemble got back together for an 11-year anniversary performance.
The Harmonies tour of UK cathedrals in 2026 was announced two days later.
The Performing Dog Act by Jules and Matisse, Series 9 (2015)
Although their victory was clouded by controversy, Jules and Matisse were the second dog act to win the contest.
Although their victory was clouded by controversy, Jules and Matisse were the second dog act to win the contest.
More than 200 individuals complained to Ofcom about their final performance, claiming they had been “duped” after it was revealed that another dog that resembled Matisse had also participated in the act.
No official action was taken in response to the accusations, and Matisse and Jules were not deprived of their £250,000 prize money.
Even so, they were permitted to play at the Royal Variety Performance under the new moniker, Jules, Matisse and Friends.
Since stating in an interview that she would rather maintain a “low profile,” Jules has avoided the spotlight. She married her girlfriend Marie France with a portion of the prize money.
Currently residing in Tongeren, Belgium, Jules and border collie Matisse are unknown to be performing.
Richard Jones, Magician, Series 10 (2016)
In 2016, Richard became the first magician to win the show, and he has since established a prosperous career.
In 2016, Richard Jones became the first magician to win the show, and he has since established a prosperous career.
In addition to his own magic performance, Power of Imagination, he started his own television program, Operation Magic.
Currently touring the UK with his magic act, the former army officer is still a member of the Band of the Household Cavalry.
Tokio Myers: Music Producer and Pianist, Series 11 (2017)
Musician Tokio released his debut album Our Generation in 2017 after his outstanding victory, and it was certified gold in 2021.
Tokio Myers, a musician, released his debut album Our Generation in 2017 after his outstanding victory, and it was certified gold in 2021.
In support of the Grenfell Tower fire victims, the gifted performer also appeared on Simon Cowell’s charity record Bridge Over Troubled Water.
Tokio went on to win three Classical Brit Awards, including Album of the Year, for his work.
Tokio later made an appearance on America’s Got Talent: The Champions, where he announced the introduction of goods and discussed plans to create a new music school for children from difficult homes.
Comedian: Lost Voice Guy, Series 12 (2018)
The first comic to win the show was Lee Ridley, often known as the Lost Voice Guy, because of his endearing demeanor and clever one-liners.
Thanks to his endearing demeanor and humorous one-liners, Lee Ridley, often known as the Lost Voice Guy, became the first comedian to win the show.
Following his victory, Lee, who has cerebral palsy, co-wrote and performed in the Radio 4 sitcom Ability.
In addition, he won a BBC New Comedy Award and made appearances on a number of television programs, including his own program, Lost Voice Guy’s Christmas Comedy Club.
In addition, Lee published his own book, “I’m Only In It For The Parking,” sold a variety of goods, and continues to tour the nation.
Singer Colin Thackery, Series 13 (2019)
Colin, an Army veteran and musician, made everyone smile with his performance of Bette Midler’s Wind Beneath My Wings, which was dedicated to his late wife Joan.
Singer and Army veteran Colin Thackery’s performance of Bette Midler’s Wind Beneath My Wings, which was dedicated to his late wife Joan, left everyone in the audience in awe.
In 2022, Colin released his first single, “Love Changes Everything,” which peaked at number 13 on the charts.
When he returned to the program in 2022 for a special Platinum Jubilee performance alongside The Chelsea Pensioners Choir & Military Drummers, The D Day Darlings, and The D D Juniors, he once again moved the audience to tears.
Singer and comedian Jon Courtenay, Series 14 (2020)
Jon won the coveted title back in 2020 thanks to his blend of comedy and music.
Jon Courtenay won the coveted award back in 2020 thanks to his blend of humor and music.
The father of two went on to have a successful career, but his fight with skin cancer was a significant setback.
He resumed touring his one-man comedy show after recovering.
Additionally, Jon has experimented with podcasting by hosting his own program, Alpha-Bet My Life.
He presented a show about his experiences, The Big C, at the Edinburgh Fringe Festival. In 2022, he presented another piece, Against the Odds, at the Fringe.
He is still on the road and regularly collaborates with Cunard Cruises.
Comedian Axel Blake, Series 15 (2022)
Comedian Axel, Simon Cowell’s golden buzzer pick, won Britain’s Got Talent following a break due to the epidemic.
Comedian Axel, Simon Cowell’s golden buzzer pick, won Britain’s Got Talent following a break due to the epidemic.
“You’re the first person honestly who’s ever made a joke about COVID and was funny,” Simon remarked of his performance at the time.
Axel has since performed at a number of events across the nation, such as London’s 02 Indigo, which was broadcast on Amazon Prime.
He embarked on a tour titled “Axel Blake: In Style,” giving performances at various locations throughout the nation.
He co-hosted the Like Father Like Fun podcast with his teenage son in 2023.
Comedian Viggo Venn, Series 16 (2023)
Viggo Venn became well-known during Britain’s Got Talent’s 16th season.
In 2023, Norwegian comedian Viggo Venn won the talent event by combining jokes and dancing.
He claimed to be “embarrassed” by some jeers from the crowd at the time of his victory, but he continued to win over the public.
This summer, he is touring the UK and Norway with his solo act.
Singer Sydnie Christmas from Series 17 (2024)
In 2024, singer Sydnie Christmas took first place.
In 2024, singer Sydnie Christmas took first place.
My Way, her debut album, was released following the conclusion of the event.
Despite earning £250,000 on the show, she disclosed in 2025 that she was returning to school.
“I’m going back to school in March,” she stated in an interview with The Mirror. My goal is to complete my level three PT certification. Having something on hand is a good idea.
Harry Moulding, Magician, Series 18 (2025)
The most recent celebrity to win the talent show is magician Harry Moulding.
The most recent celebrity to win the talent show is magician Harry Moulding.
He remarked, “I can’t believe what is going on.” I sincerely feel that everyone has supported me, so thank you very much. It has been the most amazing journey.
In the final two, he competed against the dance group The Blackouts, who were still upbeat following his victory and declared it to be “well deserved.”
He started his routine with a card trick in which he accurately took out every card that each judge had selected.
He accurately predicted the cards that each judge would choose in a pre-recorded video of himself sky-diving.
Judges Simon Cowell, Amanda Holden, Alesha Dixon, and Bruno Tonioli all praised the rising star after his performance.
He has more than 28,000 Instagram followers and is currently traveling the UK with his amazing skills.
ITV will broadcast the live final of Britain’s Got Talent season 19 on Saturday at 7 p.m.
