Overview

• Mickey Callisto performed Queen's 'Somebody to Love' during the Britain's Got Talent semi-finals but failed to advance to the final round.
• Judges gave mixed feedback, with Bruno Tonioli noting vocal flaws, Alesha Dixon preferring his earlier audition, and Simon Cowell labeling him a strong Freddie Mercury tribute act.
• Callisto defended his performance on live TV, stating he sings with passion and wanted to perform original songs but was not allowed to by the show’s producers.
• Fans expressed outrage on social media, accusing ITV of 'stitching up' Callisto by mandating a Queen cover and limiting his artistic freedom.
• MailOnline has reached out to ITV for comment regarding allegations that contestants are restricted from performing original material.