Britain’s Got Talent has officially confirmed that young contestant Teddy Magic has withdrawn from the competition, following his absence from the first live semi-final. The eight-year-old magician had originally been scheduled to take the stage during last month’s episode, much to the anticipation of viewers who had been charmed by his earlier performances. At the time, hosts Ant McPartlin and Declan Donnelly briefly addressed his unexpected absence, reassuring fans that Teddy would return at a later date. However, in a disappointing update, the show has now revealed that Teddy will not be returning to the competition at all. While no detailed explanation has been provided, the news has left fans heartbroken, especially those who had been rooting for the young talent to go far. His withdrawal marks a bittersweet moment in this season of BGT, as audiences are left to wonder what magical performance he might have delivered on the live stage.

The young star has pulled out of the competition (Credit: ITV)

Teddy pulled out of live semi-final

During the first semi-final in April, Teddy was introduced as the second act of the night. However, after his VT had finished, Ant and Dec revealed the first Britain’s Got Talent live show of 2025 had hit a snag.

The pair said that Teddy wasn’t quite ready to perform, so they crossed to the judges for a chat. After speaking to the surprised panel, Ant and Dec revealed they would be moving onto the next act – singer Vinnie McKee. Later, as viewers shared their concerns for Teddy, it was announced that he would not before performing as planned.

Sharing a statement, Dec said: “Unfortunately Teddy Magic won’t be performing tonight but we hope to see him later on in the series.”

However, it appears that sadly wasn’t to be.

BGT shares Teddy Magic statement

On Thursday (May 15) it was announced that Teddy Magic had withdrawn from Britain’s Got Talent altogether following discussions.

A BGT spokesperson said: “After discussions with Teddy’s parents and the production team, it has been jointly agreed that Teddy won’t perform in this year’s semi-finals, but BGT hopes to see Teddy again in a future series.”

Teddy won’t perform in this year’s semi-finals, but BGT hopes to see Teddy again in a future series.

Teddy’s family also told The Sun: “We want to thank everyone who has supported Teddy and cheered him on – he continues to fill our world with magic.”

A statement has been released (Credit: ITV)

Teddy on ‘really cool’ audition

During his original audition, Teddy wowed audiences as he used telepathy to pull pranks on the panel – Simon Cowell, Amanda Holden, Alesha Dixon and guest judge KSI.

After his audition, he told KentOnline, that although it was a “tense” moment, he found it “really cool”.

He said: “I stood on the stage, I was fine, I don’t know why. I wasn’t nervous. And it was really cool seeing all the people lined up in perfect rows.”