Overview

• Cowell rejoined the panel in Birmingham with a visible graze and told fans on Instagram that he was alive, in good spirits, and thankful for well-wishes.
• His brief absence followed an accidental bump to the head that led to a severe headache or migraine, according to reports.
• The first Birmingham audition day was scrapped at short notice, and Stacey Solomon filled his seat during the interim.
• Show bosses are trying to schedule a supplementary audition in Blackpool next week for affected contestants, a TV insider said, with details still to be confirmed.
• Series 19 will feature KSI on the judging panel after Bruno Tonioli’s exit, with the season slated to air on ITV1 and ITVX in 2026.