David Walliams hits golden buzzer for 'joyous' act Born To Perform in latest BGT

Britain's Got Talent viewers were delighted to see David Walliams press the esteemed golden buzzer for dance group Born to Perform on Saturday night.

The latest episode of the ITV hit saw the troop perform a riveting routine to the song 'You can't stop the beat' from the musical Hairspray.

The judges were moved by the "joyous" act. Amanda Holden called it "amazing", while Alesha Dixon described it as a performance with "so much passion".

Simon Cowell joked: "I didn't like it.... I loved it."

It was obvious the whole group enjoyed themselves and brought so much energy to the stage.

Walliams said: "I absolutely loved it guys, in fact, I loved it so much that I'm gonna do this..."

Britain's Got Talent viewers were in tears on Saturday evening as David Walliams pressed his Golden Buzzer (ITV/MirrorOnline)

He immediately hit the golden buzzer, sending the youngsters through to the next round of live shows.

The audience clearly felt the same, as they offered a standing ovation, with members visibly moved to tears.

Viewers at home were also left feeling emotional, taking to twitter to send their congratulation

One tweet said: "Great choice of golden buzzer! Had tears of joy watching their faces enjoying themselves. Disability doesn't need NO ability. Follow your dreams Born to Perform!"

Another said: "So pleased that you used the Golden Buzzer on behalf of the British public David! We all want them to win!!"

Born to Perform are a collective of dancers from Nowrich aged 14-24 with varying disabilities.

A statement on their website read: "Our vision is to provide an inclusive Dance and Performing Arts School specialising in Disability and SEND.

Born To Perform were thrilled as David pressed the Golden Buzzer for them (ITV/MirrorOnline)

"We believe our sessions will benefit individuals and greatly improve their confidence, communication and overall mental and physical well being."

The website shows the groups previous media performances and an interview on BBC for World Down Syndrome day.

Now on Britain's Got Talent they are joining Simon's golden buzzer act comedian Axel Blake and Amanda’s golden buzzer act singer Loren Allred.

There are only two remaining golden buzzer spots to be filled by Alesha and Ant and Dec.

Britain's Got Talent airs Saturday at 8pm on ITV and ITV Hub.

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