Britain’s Got Talent is one of the most viewed shows in the UK. With many different branches all over the world, it is the perfect family evening TV. However, the judges from the UK are some of the most iconic people in the world, with Alesha Dixon, Amanda Holden, and, of course, Simon Cowell. However, sometimes they invite a special guest to the show to judge the acts, and last week it was no one less than YouTube Sensation KSI!
KSI is the most popular YouTuber in the UK
JJ Olatunji, better known as KSI, is a British YouTube star who became one of the most famous people in Britain by uploading videos of himself gaming and making funny skits. Eventually, he gained over 20 million subscribers on youtube by himself. He is also part of the Sidemen, the biggest YouTuber group of the UK which gives him even more exposure. Nowadays, he is known for multiple number 1 hit songs, his boxing career, and his YouTube channel. However, his association with Prime Hydration, one of the most popular drinks in the world, also helps!
BGT contenders were shocked to hear he was one of the judges!
If you know who KSI is, then you’ll also know that he can’t go anywhere without his bodyguard. Whenever he is recording a video in London, he has to be stealthy. If someone recognizes him, they will be followed all through the city just to be able to take a picture
So when it was announced that he would be one of the judges for this episode, a lot of the contenders became extra nervous. A lot of these people grew up watching his videos, so KSI was one of their idols. However, other participants didn’t seem phased by KSI’s presence. Check out this little magician’s performance when KSI was the judge!
