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Brits Have 3 Words as BGT Returns to ITV After Plummeting Viewing Figures

On February 21, KSI has been confirmed as a permanent judge on Britain’s Got Talent, replacing Bruno Tonioli as series 19 returns tonight on ITV1 and ITVX.
Bruno Tonioli announced in September 2025 he would step down after three series due to scheduling conflicts returning to the US to film Dancing With The Stars .
After Saturday, February 21, ITV noted that viewers responded well to KSI's energy, despite mixed reactions including boos at Blackpool auditions.
Joining the panel, KSI will join Simon Cowell, Amanda Holden, and Alesha Dixon to decide which acts progress as Ant and Dec return to host and manage backstage during auditions.
The move positions KSI as part of the trend of internet stars entering TV judging, with 2025 BGT viewing figures below the historical 6 to 10 million range and producers aiming for social-media engagement from KSI's online following.

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Brits have 3 words as BGT returns to ITV after plummeting viewing figures

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