Britain's Got Talent has sparked controversy after Amanda Holden handed out a second golden buzzer.
The BGT judge had previously awarded a golden buzzer to Jeremy Clarkson's Hawkstone Farmers Choir.
Yet she was so bowled over by dance group World Wings during Saturday's (April 11) episode that she hit the gold button once more.
The spectacular dance troupe performed a medley of tracks including Lil Boo Thang.
As the auditorium erupted, Amanda declared World Wings' energy was "amazing", while fellow judge Alesha Dixon described it as like a "ball of fire", reports the Mirror.
Amanda's choice to press the golden buzzer again has not sat well with viewers at home, with some labelling the move "pathetic".
Taking to X, formerly known as Twitter, one viewer wrote: "Remember when golden buzzers were special? #bgt."
Another commented: "What is the point of a golden buzzer if they give one out every episode. I thought they were supposed to be special #BGT."
A third remarked: "At this point, the Golden Buzzer is becoming a participation award. Next year, Golden Buzzers for all acts #bgt #BritainsGotTalent."
Someone else posted: "FFS !!!... Just give every act that Golden Buzzer...You may as well....Pathetic !!! #BGT."
Nevertheless, some viewers were thrilled to see the dance troupe secure their place in the live shows.
One fan wrote: "I like them. Nice group of talented hardworking youngsters and I love all styles of dance as an art form - even if overdone on #bgt Happy for them." A second concurred: "World Wings are certainly flying high after that audition. #BGT."
Alongside World Wings and Jeremy Clarkson's Hawkstone Farmers Choir, five additional golden buzzers have been awarded to para athlete Paul Nunnari, magician Rafferty Coope, video projection group Antigravity, comedian Ted Hill, singer Matty Juniosa and Braunstone Community Primary School.
This follows BGT being hit with over 100 Ofcom complaints after a performer was left bleeding on stage.
Audiences were left stunned after Leroy Patterson showcased three "very important safety tips" involving mousetraps, a chair covered in nails and a weed strimmer.
Since the performance aired on April 4, Ofcom has received 108 complaints.
Britain's Got Talent continues Saturday, April 18 on ITV1 and ITVX
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