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Britain’s Got Talent Taps Joe Baggs to Host Real-Time Backstage Spin-Off

The move signals a push to grow the live shows on short‑form social platforms.

Overview

  • Joe Baggs was announced Friday as the digital host of a new Britain's Got Talent backstage spin-off for the live shows later this month.
  • The series will post real-time backstage interviews and features on Instagram and TikTok.
  • Baggs said he has creative freedom to interview contestants straight off stage and lean into the show's high-energy moments.
  • He confirmed the role during a Good Morning Britain interview after sharing the news with followers online.
  • BGT also opened applications for series 20 in a video on its official Instagram featuring new judge KSI, and a show spokesperson reiterated that both professionals and amateurs can apply and are judged on the day.