Amanda Holden ‘hasn’t stopped crying’ amid historic decision

The presenter is known for starring as a judge on the ITV talent show as well as hosting other shows, such as Cheat: Unfinished Business.

A household name across the UK, she owns a four-bedroom thatched cottage near Chipping Norton in Oxfordshire.

The 55-year-old shares two daughters, 20-year-old Lexi and 14-year-old Hollie, with her husband, Chris Hughes.

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Ms Holden has spoken of her delight after The Hawkstone Choir were crowned the 2026 Britain’s Got Talent winners.

Ten finalists – including Golden Buzzer singer Mr Matty Juniosa and PowerPoint comedian Mr Ted Hill – returned to the stage to perform once more for judges Mr Simon Cowell, Ms Amanda Holden, Ms Alesha Dixon and Mr KSI.

The Hawkstone Farmers Choir secured the £250,000 prize and a place on the Royal Variety Performance line-up after topping the public vote.

In the final, the choir performed an original song titled This Is Home, delivering an emotional rendition against a backdrop showing their local countryside through the changing seasons, dedicating the piece “to anyone who is struggling”.

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The group’s victory was a historic decision by the public, as it was the first time that a choir had won BGT.

Ms Holden later celebrated the result on social media, writing: “Omfg.

“I couldn’t be more delighted that the brilliant @thehawkstonefarmerschoir won the whole thing @BGT!! I haven’t stopped crying.

“They deserve every second of the elation and joy!!! So BLOODY PROUD!!”