Britain's Got Talent auditions postponed as Simon Cowell 'falls ill'

The first day of Britain's Got Talent auditions have been postponed, amid reports Simon Cowell has fallen ill.

Auditions were due to start in Birmingham at the Hippodrome theatre today. However, it has now been reported today's audition has been cancelled.

Just hours before the auditions were scheduled to begin, the show's official X page shared a post confirming the beginning of event. It read: "We're so back... Who's joining us for the start of our #BGT Series 19 Auditions tomorrow!? And for any late-comers, there's still time to apply! Click the link and maybe we'll be seeing YOU on that stage" it ended with a link to apply for auditions.

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However, the tweet was soon met with responses from confused fans claiming they had received emails saying the audition had been cancelled. One read: "Just had an email to say this is cancelled tomorrow is this correct?"

Another added: "Has this been cancelled? Had an email now to say its been cancelled, true?" A third asked: "Err I have just had an email to say the shows been postponed so you will rearrange our tickets for another day??"

Amid the confusion amongst fans and BGT hopefuls, a source has claimed the auditions were postponed due to head judge Simon, 65, falling ill. A source claimed: "Simon felt unwell in the last 24 hours. Judges often miss the odd audition because they don’t feel great - Simon, for example, has long suffered with migraines.

"But it was decided, as this was the first audition of the series, it was best to postpone - so we could launch with everyone on the panel.

"He’s on the mend now - and hoping to be fighting fit for tomorrow," they added to The Sun.

Simon was due to kick of the first round of auditions alongside fellow judges Amanda Holden, Alesha Dixon and KSI, who is replacing former judge Bruno Tonioli, who confirmed earlier this year he wouldn't be returning to BGT due to schedule clashes.

YouTuber KSI stepped in for Bruno on some auditions last year, but he has now permanently replaced the former Strictly Come Dancing judge. KSI said: "I'm so grateful and happy to be a part of the Britain's Got Talent team for another season. I had such a good time last year and I can’t wait to see some more top talent.

"I’m full of energy, ready to go and can’t wait to make this the most entertaining BGT season ever! Let’s do this."

Meanwhile, Bruno said: "After three incredible series, I’ve sadly had to walk away from a job which has opened my eyes to so much incredible talent and step down as a judge on BGT.

"And whilst I look forward to filming a new series of Dancing with the Stars in the US, I will miss the chaos and joy that BGT brings, as well as all the wonderful people I’ve had the privilege of working with. They truly are a brilliant team who make brilliant television, and I know KSI will be a fantastic judge too, as he's already proven this year."

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