BGT Viewers Shield Eyes as 'Extremely Dangerous' Fire Act Takes Over Stage
The latest episode of Britain's Got Talent delivered a performance so perilous that viewers were left covering their eyes, with fans labeling the stunt as "insane" and "extremely dangerous." Liwei Yang, the third contestant of the new ITV series, captivated and terrified the audience by flipping a pot of flames and a blazing table with her legs, creating a spectacle that many struggled to watch.
Audience Reactions: From Shock to Humor
Social media erupted with reactions as viewers expressed their concerns about the hazardous nature of the act. One fan commented, "Liwei—for a moment I thought it was going all sticky Vicky," adding a covered eyes emoji to emphasize their inability to look. Another simply stated, "That was insane," while a third joked, "I just tried this at home and set fire to the curtains ffs!" A fourth exclaimed in shock, "MOTHER OF F****** F***!" highlighting the intense and visceral response from the audience.
Judges' Perspectives and Panel Dynamics
Simon Cowell, the 66-year-old judge and media mogul, declared this the first impressive act of the evening, despite his own history of health issues, including a near-fatal cycling accident. The judging panel has seen changes this year, with KSI replacing Bruno Tonioli as a permanent member alongside Simon, Amanda Holden, and Alesha Dixon. Amanda, who temporarily assumed the head judge role last year after Simon's absence due to a stair fall injury, shared her discomfort in that seat, saying, "I hated it because I had to keep leaning in to be part of the conversation." She praised Stacey Solomon, who filled in during Simon's recovery, for bringing warmth and experience from her time on The X Factor.
Show Details and Future Prospects
As always, Ant and Dec will return as presenters, guiding contestants vying for the £250,000 cash prize and a performance slot at the Royal Variety Show. This season's shake-up aims to bring fresh energy, but it was Liwei Yang's fiery act that stole the spotlight, reminding viewers of the show's capacity for both awe and alarm.
