Britain's Got Talent viewers weren't impressed with two of the performers that featured in the first live semi-final
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Britain's Got Talent was hit with 126 Ofcom complaints following its first live semi-final on Saturday.
The show featured performances from daredevil Auzzy Blood and Japanese nudist Akira, with viewers branding their acts "unsuitable for children".
Both performers are no strangers to controversy. Auzzy had previously drawn over 700 Ofcom complaints for his initial audition earlier this year.
Akira also encountered negative feedback for his act in February, with reports of 90 viewers taking issue with the nudity involved.
In his audition that aired earlier in the year, Auzzy, who is experienced in extreme stunts, shocked the audience with a gruesome act where he inserted a large silver meat hook through his nose.
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Britain's Got Talent received 126 Ofcom complaints last weekend Escalating the spectacle in the semi-finals, he proceeded to attach a chainsaw to his nose and slip sizeable blades into his mouth, an act that left audiences "repulsed," according to The Mirror.
Anticipation for viewer backlash was evident on social media, with one person noting: "Ofcom's gonna be busy tonight."
Another expressed disbelief, saying: "How is this allowed to go out on a family show at 8.15?" reports the Express.
Despite their jaw-dropping performances, both Auzzy and Akira were unsuccessful in securing enough public votes to advance to the final. Instead, The Blackouts and Vinnie McKee succeeded in gaining spots in the live final, which is scheduled to occur next month.
Elsewhere, in a surprising turn of events, young magician Teddy Magic withdrew from his scheduled performance in the first live semi-final.
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BGT viewers weren't impressed with Auzzy Blood and Akira's acts The eight-year-old was set to captivate audiences as the second act of the evening, but after his introduction, presenters Ant and Dec informed viewers that Teddy "wasn't ready" to perform.
Ant explained: "Now Teddy isn't quite ready backstage yet, so we'll chat to you judges," while Dec added that they would have to make a "little change of plan".
Simon Cowell appeared visibly frustrated, asking, "Wait, so the act's not ready?" prompting Ant to respond: "He's only eight years old, so back off!"
The unexpected situation led to an impromptu conversation with the judges before the show proceeded with the third act, Vinnie McKee, as Dec remarked: "We're going to go to something else and come back to Teddy later on."
As the episode progressed, it was ultimately revealed by Ant and Dec that Teddy Magic would not be participating in the evening's competition, though they expressed hope that he might return for a future instalment of the series.
Britain's Got Talent is available to stream on ITVX
