Only 5.3 million people tuned in for the big event, a far cry from it's peak of over 18 million in 2009
Cowell said he did not get involved in David Walliams's departure from Britain's Got Talent after it emerged the former judge had made derogatory remarks about contestants.
The judging line-up has had a rare change after David Walliams' exit.
Nine-year-old Alfred dressed as someone from Walliams' latest book.
Tonioli has joined the ITV show this year.
Ahead of Britain's Got Talent's return, Ant and Dec have admitted they were hesitant to continue with David Walliams exiting the show.
The duo behind Little Britain are working together again, but they're not bringing back the controversial show.
Lucas said they are excited about their new idea.
Dixon said she loves Walliams 'very much'.
The judging panel will change this year.
It has been reported that Walliams is leaving the show.
The TV star has been a judge on the show for 10 years.
The former reality TV contestant campaigns to protect others in similar shows.
Morgan weighed in after it was reported that Walliams made unpleasant comments about 'BGT' hopefuls.
The follow-up adaptation has changed all of the cast except for David Walliams.
The beloved children's book gets a TV adaptation.
Walliams reckons his 'Britain's Got Talent' colleague would rather he stayed away from stag do planning.
The pair have both judged 'Britain's Got Talent' but do not enjoy a friendship.
Although 'Britain's Got Talent' has seen a wealth of successful performers appear on its show, that's not the only reason people watch it.
The TV star's skimpy outfits have been criticised in the past.
The fundraising giant returns with more must-see moments.
The comedian and his partner Matt Lucas have reunited for new sketches for Red Nose Day.
The comedy duo will make a rare appearance together in the name of charity.
Cowell, David Walliams, Alesha Dixon and Amanda Holden were joined by hosts Ant McPartlin and Dec Donnelly at The London Palladium.
The author and actor said it is 'an unpredictable world'.