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Where are Britain's Got Talent winners now? From Vegas success to secret splits

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Fans of Britain's Got Talent rejoiced on Saturday night as the ITV talent show returned, with hosts Ant McPartlin and Declan Donnelly at the helm for another season filled with both awkward auditions and extraordinary hidden talents.The new series marks the 17th installment of the talent show, which debuted in 2007 and continues to spotlight top-notch acts from across the globe.

With a panel of judges including Simon Cowell, Amanda Holden, Alesha Dixon, and Bruno Tonioli, the show serves as a springboard for aspiring talents, offering them the opportunity to compete for a coveted spot on the Royal Variety Performance stage - and £250,000.

From the wild and wacky to the performances that tug at the heartstrings, The Standard looks back at all the show’s winners.

2007: Paul Potts

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In the inaugural season of the series, Paul Potts, originally a manager at Carphone Warehouse who later became an opera singer emerged as the 2007 winner.

Following his victory, the Bristol native embarked on a global tour, captivating audiences in the US, Toronto and Korea. He also showcased

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