The full line-up for the Britain’s Got Talent 2026 live final is now complete, following a dramatic conclusion to the semi-finals on May 23. Viewers eagerly anticipated which two acts would secure the final spots in the grand finale—and the results did not disappoint.
In a rare unanimous decision, the judges awarded the last Golden Buzzer of the series to Somerset-based drone artists Celestial. Their mesmerizing semi-final act lit up the night sky over Greenwich Park and the Thames with giant glowing images of a dragon, elephant, and dolphin, captivating both judges and audience alike. The judges described the performance as truly “breathtaking” and unanimously agreed to send Celestial straight to the final.
The other act to claim a place in the final via the public vote was The Hawkstone Farmers Choir. Originally formed to promote Jeremy Clarkson’s beer brand, this choir’s stirring rendition of Bastille’s “Pompeii” earned a standing ovation from the crowd, securing their spot in the finale.
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Joining Celestial and The Hawkstone Farmers Choir are eight other acts who earned their places either through previous Golden Buzzers or by topping the public vote in earlier semi-finals. Highlights include magician Rafferty Coope, who won the public vote in the fourth semi-final; poet Sonny Green, Simon Cowell’s Golden Buzzer choice known for heartfelt verses about his sons; comedian Ted Hill, winner of the third semi-final public vote; and fire dancer Liwei Yang, recipient of KSI’s Golden Buzzer.
The second semi-final showcased dance troupe Sadeck Berrabah and LMA, recipients of Alesha Dixon’s Golden Buzzer, alongside mind-reader Fabian Fox, who won the public vote. The opening semi-final featured vocalist Matty Juniosa, who earned Amanda Holden’s Golden Buzzer for a powerful performance of Aerosmith’s “Dream On,” while dog act Anastasiia and Salsa won the public vote.
All finalists will compete for the coveted £250,000 prize and a chance to perform at the prestigious Royal Variety Performance.
Don’t miss the Britain’s Got Talent 2026 live final airing at 7 pm on Saturday, May 30, on ITV1 and ITVX.