BRITAIN’S Got Talent fans were left fuming after judge Bruno Tonioli was seen ‘crying like a baby’ over finalist Innocent Masuku.
The dramatic display stirred up a storm on social media with viewers accusing the judge of overacting and stealing the spotlight.
Innocent Masuku impressed everyone with his final show[/caption]Opera singer Innocent Masuku wowed the audience and judges with a rendition of Nessun Dorma.
After his performance, Bruno was seen notably moved by the performance.
He said: “First, this really is the gold standard for tenors that’s one thing and it means so much.
“It’s not just about hitting the note, it’s about conveying the meaning which in Italian is really all about hope, determination, be fearless about embracing your destiny.
“You know being unstoppable.”
He continued: “Honey, you are unstoppable after his performance. I mean I really, that’s all I have to say.”
Despite his kind words, fans weren’t buying his emotional display.
Taking to X, formerly Twitter, one user wrote: “Bruno crying like a baby? There’s no tears.”
Another echoed: “Bruno currently most likely trying to force tears out his eyes for when the camera goes on him.”
A third said: “Bruno‘s crocodile tears on show again.”
Tonight’s live final saw Sydnie Christmas be crowned the winner of the 2024 competition.
She placed ahead of Jack Rhodes in second and dancers Abigail & Afronitaaa in third.
Innocent Masuku placed fourth.
Sydnie now receives a cash prize of £250,000 and the chance to perform at the Royal Variety Performance.
After being announced as the winner, she said while in tears: “I don’t know what to say, I cannot believe the amount of love that I’ve felt.
“I am overwhelmed with love and it’s the most amazing thing and I wish every person in this room feels the way I do with this love, it’s amazing, thank you so much.”
Britain's Got Talent 2024 - Finale Placements
Here's how the BGT finalists placed as Simon Cowell declared the show was 'the best finale they've ever had'
1st – Sydnie Christmas – singer
2nd – Jack Rhodes – magician
3rd – Abigail and Afronitaaa – dancing duo
4th – Innocent Masuku – opera singer
5th – The Trickstars – dancing dog group
6th – Trixy – magician
7th – Mike Woodhams – impersonator/singer
8th – Alex Mitchell – comedian
9th – Northants Sings Out – choir
10th – Ssaulabi Performance Troupe – taekwando performers
11th – Haribow – skipping troupe