KSI Issues Apology to Viewers as Golden Buzzer Act Mr. Cherry Flops in ‘Britain’s Got Talent’ Semi-Final

YouTube star and Britain’s Got Talent guest judge KSI found himself issuing an on-air apology during Saturday night’s live semi-final after his Golden Buzzer recipient, stunt performer Mr. Cherry, delivered a chaotic routine that drew harsh critiques from the judging panel and viewers alike.

Having earned KSI’s Golden Buzzer during the audition rounds, Mr. Cherry’s live performance failed to recreate that early magic, leading to widespread confusion and criticism.

Judges and Viewers React to Unraveling Routine

The performance drew blunt evaluations from the panel:

• Harsh Panel Verdicts: Amanda Holden bluntly characterized the act as “rubbish,” while head judge Simon Cowell quipped that the performer looked as though he had consumed far too much coffee before stepping onto the stage.

• KSI’s On-Air Retraction: Acknowledging the awkward routine, KSI offered an apology to the studio audience and home viewers for backing the act with the coveted golden buzzer.

• Social Media Backlash: Online audiences echoed the judges’ sentiments, labeling the live broadcast “hard to watch” and questioning the decision to fast-track the act to the live semi-finals.

Road to the 2026 Grand Final

As the live semi-finals conclude, finalists are locking in their spots for the May 30 grand finale, where the champion will claim a £250,000 cash prize and a coveted performance slot at the Royal Variety Performance:

• Locked-In Finalists: Confirmed contenders include Matty Juniosa, dance troupe LMA, fire-juggler Liwei Yang, poet Sonny Green, and magicians Fabian Fox and Rafferty Coope.