Tonight sees the final audition show of 2009’s Britain’s Got Talent - Thank the Lord! We’ve been ‘treated’ to some truly awful acts this year but as usual the cream rises to the top and we can all look forward to a real talent show from here on in.
The only story in town this year has been that of Susan Boyle. The ‘Hairy Angel’ has found worldwide fame after a 2 minute stint in week 1 of BGT. Fans of the Scot include Demi Moore, Barack Obama and even the Queen - who’d have thought it eh? But will she get the public vote and scoop this year’s title? Who knows but there’s plenty of contenders after prize.
Here’s a breakdown of the runners and riders;
Susan Boyle 1/1 (Bet365, Paddy Power, Skybet)
Already a global star, the only worry she has is that the inevitable backlash doesn’t come before the final. Voters may get complacent, so her victory is not the foregone conclusion everyone thinks it is.
Verdict: In the first 2
Aidan Davis 4/1 (William Hill)
WOW! What a performance he put on to be compared favourably to last year’s winner George Sampson. The self-taught dancer (in his bedroom no less!) has the cheeky smile to get the girly votes too.
Verdict: Watch out Susan!
Jamie Pugh 9/1 (Bet365)
He kinda reminds me of the guy out of the Commitments. Great voice and as Piers says “a great talent”. He was quite teary when he got four yesses so he’ll need to keep his emotions in check if he wants to proceed.
Verdict: Should make the final.
Shaheen Jafargholi 9/1 (Paddy Power)
Was it a set up? Shaheen’s performance caused a stir when Simon stopped him and asked him to sing another song. He’s already been on telly and usually the public don’t really like that kinda thing.
Verdict: Ain’t gonna win.
Natalie Okri 10/1 (William Hill)
Amazing voice. Piers reckons she’s a mini Beyonce and who are we to disagree. This little girl could win the hearts of the Great British public with the right song and another great performance or two.
Verdict: The dark-horse of the competition
Shaun Smith 12/1 (Bet365, William Hill)
It’s not usually a compliment when you’re compared to MIck Hucknall but this guy has a cracking voice. He’s a rugby playing hunk too, so he’s another who’ll get more than his fair share of female votes.
Verdict: With the right song he could make the final.
Diversity 14/1 (William Hill)
Just when you thought you’d enough of the street dancers, these guys came along and blew us away. Amanda reckons they’re “the best of the bunch” and they could be the dance troupe that will make the final this year.
Verdict: Plucky finalists
Julian Smith 22/1 (Bet365)
This guy offers something a little different and almost single-handedly is making the saxaphone cool again. He’s got a good back-story that endears him to the public too. Hopefully he won’t be busking for much longer.
Verdict: With a good semi draw he’ll bag a final place.
Hollie Street 22/1 (Bet365)
Needs to concentrate on the singing rather than the ballet. The judges loved her but we’ve seen lots of sweet young kids come and go on BGT. She’s a good singer but there’s better in the competition.
Verdict: Out in the semis
Sue Son 40/1 (Bet365, Paddy Power, William Hill)
She ditched her pal for a shot at glory and who can blame. She’s young, talented and pretty - I hate her! She has buckets of talent and knows her way round that violin. She could do as well as Escala last year.
Verdict: Finalist
Stavros Flately 66/1 (Bet365)
Oh please let them win. Please? The father and son team gave us the best performance of the auditions I think but sadly there’s nowhere for them to take their one-trick-pony act. Or is there.
Verdict: Watch this space
DJ Talent 150/1 (Bet365, William Hill)
When I say “DJ”, You say “Talent”. You gotta love DJ Talent. Idiotic. Funny. Ironic, Moronic. But somehow the judges put him through. I’m not sure if he knows we’re laughing at him, not with him.
Verdict: There’s more chance of Jordan marrying Gordon Brown
So there you have it. Take your pick from that moteley crew and good luck if your having a bet on Britain’s Got Talent. Keep checking back here at BetDivas as we follow each semi final to see who’ll win this year’s crown.


May 29th, 2009 at 10:05 am
I think Shaheen has amazing chance of winning, same Hollie!
May 30th, 2009 at 10:13 am
Let’s forget George. You’ve made a legend.Man, Aidan you are the one who is going to win the show. I will eat my hat if you fail. Dam, so talented. It takes years to master such an art but you’ve done it with ease. For me, you’ve really won every title that’s there as far as the history dates. You will be acknowledged as thEE God of Break Dance very soon. May god bless you.