Britain's Got Talent 2026: Series 19 Judges, Date & Time on ITV1
BGT Series 19 premieres Saturday 21 February 2026 at 7pm on ITV1. KSI replaces Bruno Tonioli on the judging panel alongside Simon Cowell, Amanda Holden and Alesha Dixon.
tvradar.ukHere’s the latest on Britain’s Got Talent (BGT) for 2026.
- Launch and format: BGT Series 19 began airing in February 2026 on ITV1 and ITVX, with the usual mix of auditions, judge panels, and live shows leading to a final this season. The show’s judging panel features Simon Cowell, Amanda Holden, Alesha Dixon, and KSI, who replaced Bruno Tonioli this year.[3][6]
- Live shows progress: The series moved from pre-recorded auditions to live semi-finals in late April 2026, with eight acts performing in the first live semi-final and a final slot on May 30, 2026. Prizes include the £250,000 cash award and a Royal Variety Performance slot, continuing as key incentives for finalists.[2]
- Notable changes and context: Bruno Tonioli is not returning as a judge in 2026; KSI has taken the permanent seat on the judging panel, marking the most significant panel shake-up since earlier cast changes. The series launched with anticipation that 2026 would be one of the more unusual seasons, per early reports.[1][5][3]
Illustration: A snapshot of the show's arc in 2026—auditions → live semi-finals → final with a £250k prize and Royal Variety slot.
If you’d like, I can pull a concise timeline (dates of auditions, first live show, semi-finals, final) or summarize standout acts from the 2026 season so far. I can also check for any updated results or final winner once the finale airs.