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Britain's Got Talent viewers were left fuming and threatened to switch off over what they described as the "worst golden buzzer" yet.

During Saturday's (April 18) episode of the ITV talent programme, YouTuber KSI used his golden buzzer to send one act through to the live shows, but his choice has sparked fury amongst fans.

Viewers settled in for the final auditions in the 19th series of the popular talent programme as hopefuls from across the nation showcased their abilities in an attempt to impress judges Simon Cowell, Amanda Holden, Alesha Dixon and KSI.

Unsurprisingly, they pulled out all the stops in an effort to wow the panel and claim the £250,000 prize money alongside a coveted slot at the Royal Variety Performance. And predictably, they are all desperate to secure the golden buzzer - which propels them directly through to the live shows.

However, one performer sparked considerable controversy. Mr Cherry - a Guinness World Record holder and previous contestant on America's Got Talent in 2021 - appeared on stage and left everyone stunned with his peculiar performance, reports Wales Online.

The comedian 'strongman', 44, began his bizarre routine by opening a tightly sealed jar of pickles, which neither judge KSI nor Simon Cowell managed to accomplish.

He proceeded to crush cans open by sitting on them. But the situation escalated dramatically and he left everyone gobsmacked after removing his clothing and opening wine bottles with his buttocks.

Despite visibly squirming throughout the entire act, audiences were left stunned when KSI chose to slam his golden buzzer. KSI charged onto the stage, only to lose his footing and slide across the floor through the cascading confetti, bringing Mr Cherry down with him.

Making his way back to his seat, KSI declared: "Ladies and Gentlemen, I don't know about you but that was the greatest thing I have ever seen."

Yet viewers at home appeared far from convinced, branding his choice the 'worst' golden buzzer in the show's history.

Flocking to social media, one outraged fan wrote: "I'm sorry this show is finished #bgt." Another commented: "A Golden Buzzer? How bloody ridiculous #KSI #BGT #BritainsGotTalent."

A third posted: "WTF?! Why the hell did KSI give that act the golden buzzer, when he spent the entirety of it squirming uncomfortably? It's beyond a joke."

A fourth chimed in with: "Worst Golden Buzzer #BGT." While another fumed: "KSI HOW IS THAT GOLDEN BUZZER WORTHY???"

Britain's Got Talent airs Saturday nights from 7pm on ITV and ITVX.