When Stacey Leadbeatter stepped onto the Britain’s Got Talent stage for her audition, she likely didn’t stand out at first glance. But once she began to sing, all eyes were on her. The supermarket worker, who had never performed in front of anyone but local pubgoers, stunned the nation with her jaw-dropping performance of Leona Lewis’ “Run.” Her powerful voice earned her a Golden Buzzer from guest judge KSI, and the entire country was buzzing.
Stacey told the judges she worked cooking chickens at a supermarket, and with no formal singing experience, her performance took everyone by surprise. She effortlessly soared through every note, hitting high runs with ease, and by the time she reached the chorus, the judges were hanging on her every word. The crowd was equally captivated, with many shouting for one of the judges to hit the Golden Buzzer. It was KSI who made the moment official, pressing the buzzer and sending Stacey straight through to the semi-finals. The emotional moment left Stacey in tears as she realized the magnitude of what had just happened.
It was a historic moment for Britain’s Got Talent, and no surprise that Stacey has since been in high demand for interviews. Fans got a deeper look into her journey during a heartwarming chat with Lorraine Kelly, where Stacey and her mom revealed just how grounded and lovely they truly are.
Stacey’s incredible voice has made her a standout, and for many, her audition was the highlight of the night. It’s clear her performance won over the nation, and we can’t wait to see what else she brings to the competition. Whether or not you’re a fan of her genre, there’s no denying the raw talent she possesses—this is one audition that’s sure to be remembered!