I'm A Celebrity has come back with a bang...

When the I'm A Celebrity Get Me Out of Here contestants are revealed, I usually get really excited about one or two and then have a silent grumble to myself about not knowing who most of the others are... before becoming totally hooked on the jungle show. I do have to say I like this lot already - and I'm even more pleased that Josie whats-her-name didn't go in!

I think I'm speaking on behalf of most of the country when I say that Ant and Dec make the whole show with their quips, jokes and banter. Two mates loving their job and having fun with it. Last night was one of the best examples of this, when they belly laughed, genuinely, at Jimmy participating in his Bush Tucker trial.

From the offset of Sunday night's launch show, when Jimmy and Mel Sykes had to put their hands in unmarked boxes of critters, you could tell he'd be chosen as the fall guy for the trials. He was petrified! Luckily Mel was on hand...

I had an opinion of Mel before Sunday... I have never really taken to her as a presenter, but in the jungle she's changing my opinion of her, and she seems a really nice woman, who has more balls than some of the men in there!

Then there was Gemma Collins, who's had a bit of a bad rap via social networking sites since entering the jungle... In my opinion, Gemma's just as I thought she'd be - but funnier. Of course, she's not trying to be amusing, but her one liners and genuine looking fear of the jungle is hilarious. What did she expect?!
I think her camp mates will soon get bored and annoyed, maybe, at her ease of giving up on tasks - but maybe she'll adapt in time. I certainly hope she doesn't walk! She needs to do a Bush Tucker trial before she leaves!

All of the other camp mates seem like entertaining, nice people. Apart from Kendra, who seems quite self-centered. The fact she didn't want to save Nadine, because she might strut around in a bikini, in 'competition' with her is ridiculous.

Get over yourself, love.

Tonight, there's no show due to the football - but it will mean that we'll hopefully see two Bush Tucker trials in tomorrow night's episode, as Tinchy Styder was picked by us last night to win food for camp, and the Slammer camp mates will have endured a night of hell before being released into the main camp.

Another whisper is that Eammon Homes may be one of the late comers to the jungle - as he revealed while hosting Friday's This Morning that he'll be heading Down Under - but couldn't say why, and reminded viewers to think of the 'late jungle entries...'

Apart from Ant and Dec (obvs!) who's your favorite so far?

And do you have high hopes for this years jungle celebs?

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I'm A Celeb - Line Up Confirmed!

We've known for a while, here and there, who we THINK is going to be entering the I'm A Celeb jungle on Sunday night...

The ten celebs have now been confirmed, so we can know for sure who we're going to be torturing, laughing and (possibly) crying over these next few weeks!

The names of the lucky campers are:

Melanie Sykes (I bet Gino's given her some tips, over lunch, probably!)

Michael Buerk (He's a newsman, don't you know...)

Nadia Forde (Model, Singer...now camper!)

Craig Charles (of Coronation Street fame)

Jimmy Bullard (plays football, apparently!)

Tinchy Stryder (the cutest rapper of ALL time!)

Carl Fogarty (a Superbike champ)

Vicki Michelle (from Allo Allo!)

Kendra Wilknson (from American telly)

and last but not least, my favorite...

Gemma Collins (TOWIE's biggest diva!)

Who are you most looking forward to watching in Oz? Apart from Ant and Dec, of course!

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I'm A Celeb is nearly here!

I'm (well, they are) A Celebrity Get Me Out Of Here is almost back on our telly boxes which means that it's almost, almost Christmas and we'll have bundles of entertainment all through November!

That entertainment, of course, comes hosted by my favorite presenters, Ant and Dec, who also front the brand new trailer, which airs for the first time tonight on ITV.

If you haven't already heard some of the rumoured line-up then here they are:

First up is Josie Cunningham (who's also replied to a 'fans' tweet about her being on TV in November, to which she replied 'Yes...') I don't know about you but I'm not looking forward to Josie's jungle presence. Having seen interviews of her on TV in the past, nothing will change my opinion of her, just like Lauren Goodger didn't change my opinion of herself in Celeb BB. I dislike them both. I also think that Josie will get voted for each Bush Tucker Trial and then be swiftly voted out, or kept in to be put through more misery, depending on how she copes with them.

Tulisa is also rumoured to be going Down Under, and I think she'll be good telly. She's certainly not backwards when coming forwards and has a few fans out there. She could do well... As could Tom Daley, who is always taken well to the audiences hearts and he'll be a good team player and willing to out himself forward for trials.

TOWIE's Chloe Sims is also whispered to be following in cousin Joey Essex's footsteps and entering the jungle. I like Chloe and think she'll be an honest, hard-working member of the camp. Although I do foresee a few fireworks between her an Tulisa, maybe.

Dynamo, the magician, and dancer Ashley Banjo are also possible entries - two for the ladies maybe? Along with Dancing on Ice pro skater Brianne Delcourt.

Hollyoaks actress Gemma Merna, who plays Carmel McQueen is also rumoured. I don't know too much about Gemma, as she always seems to keep her private life, private. It'll be good to see the person behind one of Hollyoaks' favorite characters...but as Carmel is soon leaving the village, maybe Gemma will use this as a step in the right direction to further her career?

The last known rumours are Paddy McGuinness and Melanie Sykes. Both of these seem like fun people on telly... To be honest, I don't take well to Mel, but really like Paddy. Both should make good 'mum' and 'dad' figures in the camp. Who will Take Me Out host Paddy try to match make with first?

I really hope each of these (bar Josie!) rumours are true - it'll be a great line-up, should this bunch go in...

Not long til we find out!

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REVIEW - Ant and Dec's Takeaway on Tour

This weekend, everyone's favourite Geordie pair popped to London - bringing with them their Takeaway on Tour. 

I was invited to the O2 to be entertained by Ant and Dec, of course, and they really did not disappoint. 

Having watched Saturday Night Takaway on the telly since, well, it began, I was a little dubios to how the boys could make it work in an arena setting. It taught me, once again, that if anyone can... They can. 

Running through the audience, to the tune of 'The Boys are Back in Town', as they were introduced, Ant and Dec both made sure that every single member of the arena were involved, in some way, and you actually felt part of the show. High fives, handshakes and a few selfies later, the lads were on stage and the size of what they were about to achieve didn't phase them in the slightest. They truly are masters of their craft. 

Our side of the arena was Team Dec, which pleased me slightly, as Dec's always been my favourite (sorry, Ant!) and we were certainly the loudest half! 

With the guest announcer being Peter Andre, and Joe Swash and Laura Whitmore popping in, too, there were laughs and jokes from the start. Almost every sketch from the telly version of the show was done in the arena, from 'bad behaviour' awards, where an unsuspecting audience member won (three!) trophies for her good bad behaviour, and 'Sing-a-Long Live', where three audience members were chosen to go on stage and take part - while we voted for the best person to win. This was the best and biggest karaoke game, probably, in the world. 

Who can say they sang karaoke with Chesney Hawkes? I can! 

Having bought my mum along as my plus 1, we were both up on our feet, dancing, singing and crying with laughter throughout. 

'Ant vs Dec' was also a big part of the show, with Ashley Roberts, of course, hosting the sketch. Part One was a back to school quiz, involving children from a local primary school and Ant showed that he's not that great Maths (I know how he feels!), while Dec proved that he wasn't up to speed with outer space. 

Part Two of Ant vs Dec was where us, the audience, played our starring role, as after the lads ran through the arena, climbing wobbly ladders to retrieve a key - red and blue boulders were released on each side of the arena. We had to help the boulders travel to the stage, and whichever team had three boulders up on stage first won. Sadly Team Dec lost. But I call sabotage as our last one ended up on Team Ant's side, and the cheeky scamps wouldn't give it back! 

At the end of the first act, River Dance entertained us, and Ant and Dec joined in... They must've been practising their Irish dancing as they were quick, bouncy and just as good as the rest of the cast! 

Twenty minutes later, the boys were back - well, Ant returned while Dec came rushing through the front of the crowd holding two pints and a packet of crisps. What followed was a sketch so simple, passing the pints and scoffing the crisps, but it was quality, old-fashioned laughs. Once again, mum and me were crying with laughter. 

After their snack break, the lads introduced The Super Computer. It was time to pick an audience member to 'Win the Ads'. Super Computer chose at random, a block, row and seat number. The lucky lady in question was taken backstage to prepare to win big! Prizes didn't disappoint, with a car, holidays, money, a TV and many more...

When the Super Computer's chosen one returned, she answered the boys' questions and managed to get six questions correct, finally deciding to gamble on a Wayne Rooney based question. As you can see from my pictures - fireworks and an Any and Dec sandwich hug - she had won!

Takeaway on Tour of course wouldn't be the same without two other special guests. Little Ant and Dec! The mini versions of the Geordie duo appeared via web-link, and we watched a VT of them interviewing Little Mix which was cute, cheeky and entertaining! 

There was also one last sketch which had us in stitches. But Ant and Dec asked the audience not to mention it on social media as they really like to keep it a surprise - so you'll have to buy the DVD when it's released to check it out! 

Ending the show, in the only way they could - in 'The End of the Show Show' - Ant and Dec gathered all of their guests together for Let's Get Ready to Rhumble... Dancing, jumping and singing, we were exhausted by home time! 

The 'End of the Show Show' wasn't quite the end, though, as for their reprise the boys returned, Morcambe and Wise style, and sang Bring Me Sunshine. With the words on the big screen, everyone joined in and it was a lovely, lovely end to an amazing show! 

If you want to sit down and be a bit of a bore then DO NOT go and see Takeaway on Tour. 

But, if you want a fun-filled evening, with lots of laughing, surprises, dancing, singing and audience participation, then do... And if you can't, then buy the DVD on its release! 

This show proved why these two lads have won the array of awards that keep their mantlepieces warm. 

Well done Ant and Dec! And thankyou for such a great weekend! 

Telly Jolly - Pre-Hol round up...

Well, it's that time of year when I pop off on holiday. That means that Telly Jolly will be having a break too... boo!

While I'm away, though, there's plenty of telly that I'll be missing out on and that you'll all be tuning in to - with some of the hottest soap stories of the year happening right now, Ant and Dec's Saturday Night Takaway tour hitting the road and the lead up to the Big Brother final. I've got to be honest, I'm ever so pleased that the final is the same night I return home, so I won't be missing out!

I'm going to do a round up of the main Telly Jolly faves before I go, just for you:

First up: SOAPS!

EastEnders is going full steam ahead, with a new mystery witness being asked to come forward in Lucy Beale's murder case. Who is he? Ian Beale is also going to confess the truth about what happened with Rainie that fateful night, too. Will his already fractured relationship with Denise survive?
Elsewhere, Kat and Alfie will have new baby twins by the time I return, and Stacey would have made a decision about taking up Jean's offer to break her out of jail! What's the big plan?
Dean Wicks also makes his move on Linda Carter (he jumps in for the snog!) Phil and Shirley begin an affair n the coming weeks, and Cora has an outburst that causes a bit of a stir...

Over in Hollyoaks land, the Lomaxes deal with the fall out from last night's car crash... I know what happens - and it's a tragic shocker! Nico also decides that she wants to find her real dad. Knowing Hollyoaks, it won't be plain sailing and we're sure to discover yet more Blake family secrets and lies. Who do you think is Nico's dad? And how will Sienna and Patrick feel about her wanting to discover him?
Lindsey is set to be caught up in Grace Black's latest scheme, and is forced to help her out over new character, Big Bob. What will pregnant Lind's have to do?
Cindy's heartbreaking Bipolar story is also set to take more dark twists, as she begins to believe that Sinead is having an affair with 'Rhys'. Wanting to run away, 'Rhys' tells Cindy that they can't leave without his baby daughter with Sinead - Katy, who we know sadly died from a heart defect earlier in the year. Believing that Tony and Diane's daughter Dee Dee is Katy, Cindy snatches her and runs out in front of a bus...
I'm also sure that Maxine Minniver is going to return over the coming weeks (she has to, right?) I'm a little bemused about how this week there has been no mention of her, or of Dodger, who we last saw get arrested. Did Dennis make it to the airport in time to tell her what happened? Who knows... unless I missed something!

I haven't really covered Coronation Street much, or Emmerdale at all, on Telly Jolly, as feedback at the beginning told me that 'Enders and 'Oaks were the faves.
But with Ken Barlow's return to Corrie last night, and Rob desperately trying to cover the fact that he murdered Tina, and not Ken's son, Peter, it looks as though it'll be just as action packed in Weatherfield this month.
Emmerdale is also preparing to tie up Donna Windsor's story, as she's currently been given just weeks to live, leaving her young daughter, April, with dad Marlon, who only recently learned of his daughter's existence. Marlon, who is set to marry Laurel, has found himself growing feelings for ex-wife, Donna, in her last days. What's going to happen there?

REALITY TV is next on the agenda, and the main player, Big Brother, is nearing the end. Last night, we learned that Christopher, Pav, Mark and Winston are all 'currently' up for eviction this week. I notcied Rylan announce 'currently' in such a way that almost stated things could soon change. Emma Willis promised that this week would concentrate on the Power of Money. Oo-err - the last time money was involved in a massive twist was when Connor walked away with half the prize fund a couple of years ago by sacrificing his place in the house. I wonder if something similar will happen this week?
If noms do stay as they are - I hope that Mark leaves. He's been almost unbearable for me to watch this week and is grating on me so much that I'm grateful to be going on holiday, in the hope that when I return he'll have been evicted!
I still want Helen to win... After that, I wonder who'll be this years Celebrity BB housemates?!
Looking ahead - the BBC is introducing Tumble this weekend, a new reality show where celebs train with Olympic gymnasts and perform routines... Expect lots of blood, sweat and tears - there have already been injuries and Mr Motivator (yes, him!) has already had to pull out due to one. It's basically Strictly Come Dancing, but on a balance beam!
The X Factor is also due for a return at the end of the month and this new trailer just oozes excitement. Welcome back Simon and Cheryl, eh!

So that's my round up done... I'm now off to pack my flip flops and find my sunglasses!

See you back here on the 15th, for a look towards the BB final!

Ant and Dec confirm Takaway tour guests

As Ant and Dec prepare to take Saturday Night Takeaway on tour, some of their guests have been confirmed - and they're your typical Takeaway crackers!

Kieth Lemon, Joey Essex and Peter Andre are all top of the list, with Ant and Dec also being joined by
Eamonn Holmes, Melanie C, Kian Egan, Chris Moyles, Paddy McGuinness, Vernon Kay, Nicky Byrne and Stephen Mulhern.

Joey Essex is among the host of stars to join Ant and Dec on tour

Saturday Night Takeaway regular Ashley Roberts will also be tagging along to host each evening's Ant vs Dec competition and boyband Blue are gong to be the Takeaway on Tour house band.

The Geordie boys have also confirmed that they will be performng 'Let's Get Ready to Rhumble' during the shows... Now if that's not worth bagging a ticket then I don't know what is!

The full Takeaway on Tour dates are:

The full dates for 'Takeaway on Tour' are as follows:

August 6 - Cardiff, Motorpoint Arena
August 9 - Birmingham, LG Arena 
August 10 - Birmingham, LG Arena (matinee and evening show)
August 12 - Leeds, First Direct Arena
August 13 - Leeds, First Direct Arena
August 15 - Manchester, Phones 4u Arena
August 16 - Manchester, Phones 4u Arena (matinee and evening show)
August 19 - Glasgow, SSE Hydro
August 21 - Belfast, Odyssey
August 22 - Belfast, Odyssey
August 23 - Belfast, Odyssey (matinee and evening show)
August 25 - Glasgow, SSE Hydro
August 26 - Glasgow, SSE Hydro
August 27 - Glasgow - SSE Hydro
August 29 - London, The O2
August 30 - London, The O2 (matinee and evening show)
August 31 - London, Wembley Arena
September 2 - Sheffield, Motorpoint Arena
September 3 - Sheffield, Motorpoint Arena
September 5 - Newcastle, Metro Radio Arena
September 6 - Newcastle, Metro Radio Arena (matinee and evening show)
September 7 - Newcastle, Metro Radio Arena (matinee show)
September 9 - Nottingham, Capital FM Arena
September 10 - Liverpool, Echo Arena
September 13 - Dublin, The O2 (matinee and evening show)

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Ant and Dec: The Sitcom!

Everyone's favorite presenters, Ant and Dec, have revealed that they would one day love to star in their own sitcom.

Talking to Digital Spy, Ant revealed that the duo have often spoken about returning to their acting roots...

'We've talked about it. We'd love to do a sitcom. Or some kind of comedy drama. There's no rush to do it but there's still a desire...'

Dec also chipped in on the idea, saying, 'It's something we'll definitely do at some stage, but we're not sure when.'

'Ant and Dec - The Sitcom' sounds fab to me!

Ant and Dec started their careers in Byker Grove, having also appeared in a one-off remake of Whatever Happened to the Likely Lads? in 2002, then going on to star as themselves in the hit flm Love Actually, before taking the lead roles in a British sci-fi comedy called Alien Autopsy on the big screen. 

The Geordie pair are excited about taking their TV show Saturday Night Takeaway on the road later this summer in a national tour, keeping their presenting jobs their number one priority. 

'We're so busy at the moment with the three shows, I'm a Celeb, BGT and Takeaway. With our Saturday Night Takeaway tour coming up as well... But if things slow down a bit in the next few years and we wouldn't tour again next year, it [the sitcom] may happen then,' Dec said. 

For those two guys, I can never see things slowing down - and who would want them to?!

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BGT Final - Who's going to win?

Tonight is going to bring a night of variety, entertainment and passion. (No I'm not talking about the England World Cup friendly!)

It is, of course, the final of Britain's Got Talent.

Who will win? Who deserves to win? Will the winner be a judges Golden Buzzer act?

I'm going to give my lowdown on the finalists, before their big night, and tell you who I'm backing to win a gig at the Royal Variety show.

Collabro

The musical theatre singing quintet blew me away with their tear-jerking performance of Bring Him Home. Anyone who gives me goosebumps are a sure-fire thing. I wouldn't be surprised if these guys win, or get an Il Divo style record contract.

The Addict Initiative

Spooky troupe, who tell a story through dance rather well. I don't have high hopes for them winning, but I am looking forward to what they bring to the stage tonight.

James Smith

Armed with his guitar. James is a definite star in the making. While I think he might be overshadowed tonight, there's no way he will be in the future, although it might be a few years before we see him head to Glastonbury.

Darcy Oake

The magician who's got it ALL. I don't know how he manages to do the big tricks he does so smoothly and so well on such a massive scale. I have to rewind, just to see if I can spot the mysteries of magic. I don't think he'll win, but the Magic Council will be impressed!

Lucy Kay

I have to be honest, there was something about Lucy I wasn't too sure of. She's got a great voice and a quirky style, but something's telling me she won't win the final tonight or have a big career after. The judges certainly like her though and she got a standing ovation after her semi-final performance.

Yanis Marshall, Arnaud and Mehdi

 As I've said previously these guys are so much fun and I'd love a night out, dancing, with them. But I don't think the public will vote them as winners and if they did, I'm not sure The Queen or her Royal family will enjoy this act as much as some of the others in tonight's final.

Lettice Rowbotham

Lettice (still makes me smile saying her name!) is going all out tonight. She's reported to have borrowed a violin worth £1.5million to perform with.
While Lettice's act isn't necessarily my cup of tea, she's very good and could well be a dark horse tonight.

Paddy and Nico

So, I was a tad disappointed that Paddy and Nico won their semi-final place over singer, Bailey. I know they've got a fair few fans out there, and it was amazing at first to see this little old lady being thrown around the stage. I feel now, though, among the rest of tonight's acts that they're a bit one-trick-pony-ish. They have a good chance of getting the win, but I hope they don't!

Bars and Melody

Ah these boys, real names Leondre Devries and Charlie Lenehan, are lovely! Simon's Golden Buzzer act could well win it tonight, but could equally be overseen, considering the high quality of singers in the final. They're cheeky chaps, and I'm rooting for them. (Remind you of anyone? Ant and Dec?)

Jack Pack

No denying, these are my FAVOURITES, and so far, I'm hoping they win! They've got great presence, and can sing swing like the best of the bunch.

Jon Clegg

He was picked as the judges Wild Card, after losing out in the first semi-final. He made me laugh and his impression of Dec is one to remember. I wish acts like this did a little better than they seem to in BGT, as Jon brings old school variety back to its best. And that's what it's all about!

Well there you have it - a round up of tonight's finalists!

Enjoy the show, Jolly's!

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No-so-live blog - BGT semi-final 5

So after a mahoosive lazy Sunday, I'm finally catching up with last night's BGT - where I've heard already that Amanda's golden buzzer, Paddy, managed to make a recovery in time for the show -(publicity?!)

Apart from that, I've managed to keep away from any sources who may know the final result, so I have no idea who's through to the final next weekend. 

Let's hit play...

La Voix & The London Gay Big Band

It's a bit Vegas in Benidorm... Fun, and definitely variety, with La Voix having a great voice indeed. I don't think they'll go through but it was good to sing along to. 

Bailey McConnell *MY RUNNER UP*

Beautiful Bailey... Loved this song, love his voice. He's a talent waiting to burst out on to the music scene and I think he'll be a huge contender to win the whole show. The fact he writes just as well as he sings at his age is special. Simon, sign him soon!

Kings and Queens

I'm not really a massive fan of dance troups, as you'll have read this week, you've got to really stand out for me to look and think 'wow'. Loved the song choice they danced to, and the change of costumes were clever. Bit of Peter Andre cheese was very random, but I do like a bit of Mysterious Girl. 

They were good, but not good enough to go through. With Simon all the way on this one. Not sure what the other three judges were watching. 

Peat Loaf and Elaine

For me, tribute acts do not belong in or on the Royal Variety - and I felt a bit cringed out watching. Elaine actually has a better voice than Peat Loaf himself... She'd have been better off on her own. 

Andrew Derbyshire

Andrew seems like a lovely guy and has a nice voice, but again, I don't see a place for him on the Royal Variety show. I don't think he'll go through with other stronger singers (aka Bailey) in the competition...

Jensen Zhu 

Oh dear. This was like really bad slap stick! I'm glad some people, along with the judges, enjoyed it... It was certainly different! Sounds like a lovely man... Bless him, I hope he finds a girlfriend!

Kieran Lai

Talented, no doubt, but it looked a tad clumsy in places. Considering the acts that were last night, I think he could do well... But that is only because of the lack of talent tonight. Like Simon said, I got bored after a while. 

Paddy & Nico 

For her age, the moves Paddy does are pretty fab. But from a dance perspective it was a mess. I reckon she'll go through because she's a sweet old lady. The judges were nice to her and she should be proud but for a talent show, she made a few mistakes in the routine, and if it was anyone else, of a younger age, they would have been ripped to shreds by them. 

Jack Pack *MY WINNERS*

Saving the best til last! 

Amazing voices, and seem like down to earth, nice guys. I love that they have their own style, fashion-wise and I reckon they could give bands such as The Overtones a run for their money. 

They blew the other acts out of the water. A tough one between these guys and Bailey, I hope they both go through. Gave me goosebumps. Another act Simon should sign up, and fast! 

Was lovely to see Richard & Adam and Attraction perform in the results show... That's why Attraction won! 

I was thrilled that Jack Pack won the show, totally deserved and I'm now backing them to go all the way and win BGT 2014. 

It was a little disappointing that Paddy & Nico went through over Bailey as she made mistakes and Bailey had a perfect performance. 

So, next, it's the final! And to find another winner... 

Live blog - BGT semi-final 4

Tonight we're being treated to TWO golden-buzzer acts courtesy of Simon Cowell and Ant and Dec (ooooh!) and I have a tiny bit of gossip - Amanda's golden buzzer act, Paddy and Nico were sadly forced to withdraw from the competition due to 78-year-old Paddy sustaining a rib injury during a practice session.

Who's going to replace them, I wonder?

I'm also hoping tonight will bring some of the energy of Monday's semi-final, as I feel that the last two nights have been lacking that sparkle...

So, here's who we've got entertaining us tonight, along with my take on their performances:

Bars and Melody *MY WINNERS*

So, here they are, Simon's golden buzzer act! They were amazing in the audition and tonight they were fab again. Innocent, sweet but with an edge... These boys are adorable. Even Simon was swaying with a candle, and as Mr Cowell said they're 'real'. I want them to win!

Toju

Ant and Dec's golden buzzer! I loved him in his audition... Hilarious! Tonight, he was just as good - I was a tad disappointed that he wasn't better. I'm still rooting for Toju to get through to the final, as I just want to see him again!

Alan Turner-Ward

A typical BGT novelty act, good luck to the guy but I'm with Simon and was ready to press my buzzer after about 30 seconds. He belongs in a fun holiday camp, where we'd all have a laugh and a cheesy dance, but it's not for the Royal Variety show. But, hey, David looked like he was having fun!

Eva Iglesias

This woman can hold a note, but to be fair, she's just another in a long line of singers that come on this show, and then disappear from the limelight. She had lots of pizzazz and attitude - girl power if you like - but I disagree with the judges and doubt Eva will make the final.

Innova Irish Dance Company

Innova have bought a modern twist to Irish dancing which was refreshing to see. The girls are all in perfect sync and you can tell they've worked hard. I think there's definitely a place for them in the final and on the Royal Variety show.

Kieran and Sarah

These two sound lovely, but they'll be compared to Lucy from last night - and unfortunately for Kieran and Sarah, Lucy was better. Their performance was flawless, though, so deserve every chance to go through!

Lettice Rowbotham *MY RUNNER UP*

Lettice (I still can't believe that's her name!) and she reminds me of someone who'd fit into the Big Brother house pretty well! 

She's a very talented violin player, even though that's not really my cup of tea, I enjoyed it. And the staging was fabulous. I think she'll go through tonight.

Light Balance 

It's different, fast and fun... But I think the Innova Irish Dancing Company were better, if we're putting dancers against dancers. They could be in the final, as this kind of act usually goes down quite well with audiences. And the studio went wild for them. As did the judges!

Pyroterra 

I have respect for the fact the guys are talented in what they do... I couldn't do it. But I wanted, as Amanda said, more danger. Simon seemed happy with it but it kind of failed to keep me entertained. It didn't light my fire...

Britain's Got Talent is having a breather tomorrow night to make way for England's World Cup friendly, but it'll be back Saturday night.

As for me, I'm being a busy girl that evening, so will have to give the last semi-final a miss, but I'll catch it on catch-up on Sunday and bring my not-so-live blog from the comfort of my sofa.

Enjoy everyone!

Live blog - BGT semi-final 3

I find with the BGT semi-final's that at least one night has the weakest acts, and I hope that night was last night.

Even the judges didn't seem very enthused, either because the talent wasn't up to standard or they just couldn't wait til the end of the show to run backstage and see who pushes Tina over the edge to her grisly death in Corrie! 

Once again, I predicted the winner and runner up correctly (YAY ME!) - so here are tonight's contestants, along with my humble opinion. 

Can I make it three-lucky-guesses-in-a-row?

Brian Chan

I don't know what this is or why he's even in the semi-final. If these designs are his, then he's clearly talented. But I'm with Simon and Amanda. I'd buzz him right out... And so would the Queen. She told me ;) 

The most entertaining part was David dressing Simon in the pink head-dress. You did look silly by the way, Si. 

Cartel 

LOVED LOVED LOVED the Jamie twist. Simon was surprised indeed!

Now even after my dance group comments, I have to say I think these guys brought it back fresh to the Diversity and Flawless days. Simon was proved wrong and Cartel are in with a shot!

Crazy Rouge

Very Las Vegas! Great show opener, but as I've said before, dance acts are wearing thin on this show now, although I think if they were to win the men taking their shirts off will make the Queen blush!

Ellis Chick *MY RUNNER-UP*

Such a cute likeable little face. And sang just like a mini-Bublé... 

Now everyone who knows me knows that I like the Bublé just a little bit...but not as much as my Auntie Elaine who also adores this song, too. It's a massive thumbs up from me, and her to I reckon!

Kitty & Rosie

Bless them, they're quirky and likeable people. Simon wanted to split them up, but can he be swayed? It seems not, as such. I thought it was nice, sweet and quite cute and they loved it on that stage, but they won't be in the final...

As Simon said - winners of the top prize on a high-class karaoke comp, maybe? 

Lucy Kay *MY WINNER*

I can't help feeling that Lucy has dwelled on the sob part of her story... 

Undeniably a gorgeous voice, although I don't think she has huge stage presence, but I do think she's got a very good chance of winning a place in the final. 

REAformed

Alesha's golden buzzer - so there was a lot of living up for the girls. They looked like a proper established girl band already (so Louis Walsh says!!) Nice voices and plenty of sass. It's a thumbs up from me... But baby-Bublé nabs it, still. 

Sam Jones 

Sam and baby Leo are adorable. Some parts were hard to understand while Sam was doing the voice of Leo, but the act was entertaining and funny in parts, although a little difficult to get at times. 

Yanis Marshall, Arnaud and Medhi

Haha, these guys are great and dance a hell of a lot better in the highest of heels than I ever could! Looked great, a fab novelty act and were fun to watch, but I think their first audition was better. Loved it still!

Live blog - BGT semi-final 2

So last night Collabro sailed through to the final, with Darcy the sexy magican man going through as runner-up...

Jon Clegg and Darcy split the judges, and therefore it was a very close public vote. 

I think Jon is definitely going to be the wild card, and I'm saying that before the results of the second semi-final are in! 

David Walliams is probably hoping for a drier show tonight, after his water drenching treat from Alesha last night...

So here we go, Jolly's... My take on tonight's acts:

Ed Drewett

Lovely song writer and deserves to go far in my eyes, as he seems a grounded lad, who's worked hard  to get where he is today. 

It's always brave to do an original song on a show like this and it paid off. But as Simon said, doing a second song would have been even more beneficial. 

The Addict Initiative *MY RUNNER-UP*

I hate sounding a bit of a nelly negative, but this was just another dance act to me. Clever story-telling but it mimicked the first audition. I think they might go through tonight, as they were the strongest so far. My runners-up, but only just. 

Bolddog FMX Team

Having pre-recorded their performance as it was dubbed too dangerous for live TV (don't try this at home folkes!) they were expected to give high thrills and hopefully no spills... 

What these guys do is very clever, dangerous and maybe a tad mad, but it didn't keep me entertained for long, once I saw one amazing trick, I'd seen them all. I could easily have walked away and come back. 

Sweetchix

Sweet, indeed. But was it powerful enough? I think they may be one of the best acts so far tonight, but I'm not sure the public will vote for them - although the Essex massive might pull through! Definitely look older than they are...

James Smith * MY WINNER*

I was sat there thinking 'please be good' as I still didn't have a winner. And he was more than good... Loved his take on the song as seems to be a pure talent. They saved the best til last tonight! Thank goodness for James Smith!

Jodi Bird

After her first audition I was hoping Jodi would be great. I think she started off a little weak and was squeaky in places. She definitely has talent but her first audition was lots better than this, I think. Sorry Jodi fans!

Koni Puppets

Good idea and entertaining to a point. But again, like a few acts tonight, once it's been seen, it's been seen. Four buzzers, which I can't remember ever happening, and I wanted to cringe for them. 

Mini Moves

Cute, with lots of attitude, it was a great show opener. They will go far in dance-land, and the land of Scotland will no doubt vote for them - but I doubt they'll win BGT. 

Ricky K 

I always like the under-dog types who have worked hard all their lives to make their dream come true. For such a simple act, which looks easy, I bet it's not. A buzz from Simon, I kind of understand why... Seems such a nice guy, but maybe a bit of a one trick pony... 

Live blog - BGT semi-final 1

Tonight was the first live semi-final in this years BGT and as ever, it did not disappoint.

With a very tanned Ant and a not-so tanned Dec at the helm what could possibly go wrong? Apart from an egg-throwing incident a-la last year...

Simon, David, Amanda and Alesha looked as gorgeously important as ever, sat in front of their big red buzzers - Simon using his as appropriately as ever.  

But what did we all think of the acts? Here's my take: 

Darcy Oake 

Darcy is another one whose first audition I loved. His magic mesmerised me, as did his looks (Shhh, don't tell the boyfriend!)

How DID he do it!? 

And tonight... Well, a class of his own. It was so clever and I wouldn't mind at all if he made the final.

CountryVive

As far as line dancing goes this was pretty good. It isn't really my cup of tea but I think this group bring it into the 21st century, and it was a quite modern and sexy routine. It certainly wasn't a "mess" as Simon said, although I do usually agree with him. 

Will they go through? I don't think so, but the guys and girls should be proud of themselves. 

Collabro *MY WINNER*

Beautiful first audition and beautiful performance tonight. If these boys go through as winners tonight I'd be thrilled. 

Sometimes you don't need to say much, and this group left me speechless. Standing ovation well deserved. 

Christian Spridon

Enter, Mr David Walliams' gold buzzer choice! As Dec said, he's flamboyant and OTT! He also fancies David! 

We all like a bit of fun in these shows, and he gave us that... Floating in singing it's raining men was definitely a quirk... Simon pressed his buzzer, and so did I! I enjoyed the scantily clad men lots more! Along with his judges critique, where Alesha drenched David!

But should Christian go through, anyway? In the words of Big Brother, I guess - YOU DECIDE! 

Henrietta Adewole 

Oh dear... As singers always seem to do well on BGT, I thought Henrietta would do okay. 

For me, it was pitchy in places and at times out of tune. I feel bad for her, as maybe it was a song choice thing, but fellow singer Micky pipped her to the post tonight. 

Lauren and Terrell

We always want the little'uns to do amazing and these two were good. But, for me they weren't as great as I wanted them to be. The end was really well done, but I had hoped for more, unfortunately. I'll be surprised if they go through later, and if they do, then they'll need to do better. 

Micky Dumoulin

Dont know what it is but Micky reminds me of Olly Murs a little bit. Seems Alesha thinks the same!

Great song choice - I loved it. He's got a nice voice. But just 'nice' sometimes isn't enough... Quirky performer with a hint of cheekiness.

Fab note at the end, he held it well. I hope he has a shot at final-dom. 

Jon Clegg *MY RUNNER-UP*

I loved his first audition, and I also loved tonight... I like this sort of act, anyway, but Jon seemed to have everyone entertained with some great impressions. Loved the Ant and Dec one!

No more to say, apart from that he deserves a place in the final!

Patsy May

Its a muppet. And I don't really like muppets. But her first audition was funny, I just wish it had been as funny tonight. She could definitely give Miss Piggy a run for her money, as my mum said while watching. I didn't think much. (Sorry, Muppet family!) I would have preferred more comedy. Apparently there's "only one Patsy May." Thank goodness for that! 

Ok, so after realising I sound like Simon Cowell's love child (I'm not by the way!) tonight, I'm now going to watch Corrie and wait for the results show. 

Who will go through? And who will be the Wild Card?!