Bruno Tonioli Simon Cowell and KSI on BGT
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BGT fans threaten to switch off over Bruno Tonioli�s replacement KSI and slam show as ‘desperate’

BGT is back but fans aren't pleased...

It seems that BGT fans have been disappointed at the first hurdle as the 2025 edition of the series returns…

Simon Cowell, Alesha Dixon and Amanda Holden kicked off the show at Blackpool Winter Gardens tonight – but Bruno Tonioli was nowhere to be seen.

Evidently, the former Strictly star was replaced with the latest addition to the line-up…Youtube sensation KSI. Unfortunately, viewers really aren’t happy.

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BGT viewers fume as KSI joins panel

Viewers were so unimpressed they flocked to social media to share their thoughts.

One penned: “Why have they brought in KSI, he is unbearable?”

Can someone please explain KSI to me? How is he famous,” fumed a second.

As if they couldn’t scrape the barrel even lower. BGT have KSI as a guest judge,” chimed in a third.

“KSI being a guest judge just shows how desperate BGT is getting,” complained a fourth.

Another shared a gif of an individual switching off the TV and penned: “KSI?”

Despite the backlash, others viewers excited to see the social media favourite.

One urged: “Can we get rid of Bruno and keep KSI?”

Another said: “KSI on,” followed by a thumbs up emoji and a smiley face.

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KSI on BGT smiling

Simon Cowell, KSI, Amanda Holden and Alesha Dixon posing for a selfie on BGT

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KSI posing on the red carpet at the Brits

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Emily Towers
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