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Britain's Got Talent has been thrown into turmoil after young magician Teddy Magic, just eight years old, dramatically quit the competition following his mysterious absence from the semi-final.
Fans of the ITV talent show were left baffled and disappointed last Saturday when Teddy, one of the youngest contestants in the series, failed to appear on stage despite his pre-recorded VT being played to the audience. With Teddy missing, hosts Ant and Dec were forced to improvise, filling the unexpected gap by chatting with judges Simon Cowell, Amanda Holden, Alesha Dixon, and Bruno Tonioli.
Initially, viewers were assured that Teddy would perform later in the series, but it has now been confirmed that the young magician has withdrawn from the competition entirely.
A Britain's Got Talent spokesperson told The Sun: "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’s family also released a heartfelt message, saying: "We want to thank everyone who has supported Teddy and cheered him on, he continues to fill our world with magic."
The unexpected departure of Teddy Magic has sparked widespread speculation on social media, with many fans wondering what may have led to his sudden exit. Some have speculated about stage fright or a personal issue, but no further details have been confirmed.
Despite the disappointment of his exit, many are praising Teddy for his bravery and talent, hoping to see him back on Britain’s Got Talent in the future.
As the talent show continues, the competition remains fierce, but the absence of Teddy Magic will undoubtedly leave a void for many viewers.