As the curtain prepares to fall on Britain’s Got Talent 2025, viewers are once again bracing for a grand spectacle. With acts like Stacey Leadbeatter and drag diva Jasmine Rice lighting up the stage, it’s the perfect time to look back at the iconic champions who’ve made BGT a cornerstone of UK television.
The talent show first aired in 2007, and its inaugural winner, Paul Potts, stunned the nation with his operatic voice, paving the way for a long list of unforgettable champions. Each year brought fresh surprises — from adorable dog acts to gravity-defying dancers, each winner left a unique mark on BGT history.
In 2008, street dancer George Sampson stole hearts, while Diversity’s win in 2009 redefined what was possible on a talent show stage. A year later, Spelbound, a mesmerizing acrobatic troupe, soared to victory.
The 2010s were defined by bold and diverse talent: Ashleigh and Pudsey’s dog tricks (2012), Attraction’s shadow theatre (2013), and Lost Voice Guy’s groundbreaking comedic win in 2018. BGT has also proven its heart, with older contestants like Colin Thackery (2019) reminding us that talent knows no age.
In recent years, winners like Axel Blake (2022) and Viggo Venn (2023) brought humor and personality, while Sydnie Christmas’ powerful vocals crowned her the 2024 champion — setting the bar high for this year’s hopefuls.
Tonight, a new name will be etched into BGT history. Will it be the emotional vocals of Stacey, the theatrical flair of Jasmine, or a dark horse act waiting to shock the nation?
One thing is certain — Britain’s Got Talent remains the ultimate celebration of raw, unpredictable, and unforgettable talent.
As the Britain’s Got Talent 2025 final approaches, let's take a look back at all the winners from the show's inception:
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2007 – Paul Potts (Opera Singer)
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2008 – George Sampson (Dancer)
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2009 – Diversity (Dance Troupe)
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2010 – Spelbound (Gymnastics Group)
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2011 – Jai McDowall (Singer)
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2012 – Ashleigh and Pudsey (Dog Act)
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2013 – Attraction (Shadow Theatre Group)
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2014 – Collabro (Opera Group)
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2015 – Jules O'Dwyer & Matisse (Dog Act)
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2016 – Richard Jones (Magician)
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2017 – Tokio Myers (Pianist)
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2018 – Lost Voice Guy (Comedian)
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2019 – Colin Thackery (Singer)
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2020 – Jon Courtenay (Comedic Singer/Pianist)
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2021 – Cancelled due to the COVID-19 pandemic
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2022 – Axel Blake (Comedian)
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2023 – Viggo Venn (Novelty Act)
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2024 – Sydnie Christmas (Singer)
