Britain’s Got Talent crowned its 2026 winner on Saturday night (May 30) – but not everyone watching at home agreed with the result.
After weeks of auditions and live semi-finals, Ant and Dec returned to host the grand final as the remaining 10 acts battled it out for the £250,000 prize and a coveted spot at the Royal Variety Performance.
However, once the public vote was revealed, social media quickly erupted with complaints from viewers who felt the wrong act had won.
Ant and Dec crowned the winner of Britain’s Got Talent 2026 on Saturday night (Credit: ITV)
Britain’s Got Talent winner sparks backlash
Following performances from all 10 finalists, the public vote determined who would walk away with the title.
Bookmakers had tipped poet Sonny Green as the favourite heading into the final. However, it was The Hawkstone Farmers Choir who ultimately emerged victorious, with Jeremy Clarkson watching proudly from the audience.
The result immediately divided viewers, with many taking to social media to voice their frustration.
The Hawkstone Farmers Choir were crowned winners of Britain’s Got Talent 2026 (Credit: ITV)
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