Simon Cowell has finally revealed why Amanda Holden has remained a staple on Britain’s Got Talent since day one —branding her the “queen” of the ITV show and crediting her genuine love for the acts.
As the beloved talent show returns for its 18th series this weekend, Amanda remains the longest-serving judge on the panel, having been there from the very beginning in 2007. While the judging lineup has seen plenty of changes over the years, Amanda has been the one constant alongside Simon himself.
Speaking to the press about her longevity on the show, Simon revealed that her passion and enthusiasm are what make her irreplaceable.
He told outlets: “Amanda’s been there from the very beginning, what do you think is the secret to her BGT success? Simple, she loves the acts. That’s her. She honestly loves it.
“You know, every time I talk to her it makes me laugh because I say, ‘You are loving this, aren’t you?’ because there are days where I’m knackered and there’s still an hour to go.