Simon Cowell is ensuring that he won’t miss appearing on Britain’s Got Talent this year by delivering the biggest Christmas gift of them all.
The talent show boss is hoping that by playing Santa he will deliver mega ratings for ITV.
It’s said that the special episode will be a “Christmas celebration, featuring some of the greats of BGT ” as well as the previous judges.
Simon Cowell is also said to make an appearance after recovering from his back injury.
Sources say that ITV are hoping that ratings will out-perform those of the BBC who are famous for their festive celebrations.
Simon is hoping to play Father Christmas this year (Image: ITV)
Reports by The Mirror claim that talent bookers are currently searching for acts to participate.
Currently, it’s said that Susan Boyle and Paul Potts are set to take part for the episode that will be recorded next month.
Speaking to the publication, an insider said: “Simon has not done Christmas before and ITV jumped at the chance to put Britain’s Got Talent at the very heart of their festive schedule.
The talent show boss is hoping to be able to return for the festive special (Image: PA)
“It does huge ratings, so why not unleash it at a different time of year to mix things up a bit.
“The show will be a jam-packed full of Christmas cheer and music. It will not be a competition as such but a celebration of the show.”
Simon is currently resting at his Malibu home following an accident which saw him break his back after falling from an electric bike.
The mole added: “It would be great if Simon could make it but if not, he has an able deputy.”
BGT winner and Diversity dancer Ashley Banjo is currently standing in for Simon alongside Alesha Dixon, Amanda Holden and David Walliams.
Source: Celebrities - dailystar.co.uk
