When music teacher Mike Woodhams took the stage on Britain’s Got Talent 2024, he seemed like a lovable children’s entertainer, ready to charm the crowd with his enthusiasm for music. But the moment he opened his mouth, the judges—and the entire audience—were left in utter disbelief.
Mike isn’t just a singer—he’s a musical chameleon, seamlessly impersonating artists from Boyzone to Anastacia with an eccentric and comedic twist. As the music video for James Blunt’s You’re Beautiful played silently behind him, confusion filled the room. Then, in perfect sync, Mike became Blunt, making the singer appear to lip-sync to his voice—an uncanny illusion that sent the crowd into hysterics.
His act wasn’t just about vocals—it was a full-on spectacle. Mimicking the trademark mannerisms of each artist, Mike added quirky props straight from their music videos, from flower bouquets to signature sunglasses, bringing each impression to life.
The judges were floored. Bruno Tonioli raved, calling it “the best vocal impressions I’ve heard in a very, very long time,” while Alesha Dixon marveled at his ability to nail both male and female voices. Even Simon Cowell, initially skeptical, was won over, laughing throughout before giving two thumbs up. “I’m so surprised because you really undersold yourself,” he admitted. “You’re the kind of act I really believe could win this whole show.”
Mike walked away with four Yes votes and a standing ovation—plus over a million YouTube views in just two weeks!
A 37-year-old music teacher from Milton Keynes, Mike has dedicated his career to teaching Year 3 to Year 6 students everything from singing to ukulele. Despite his professional credentials—including an MA in vocals from The Voice Study Centre—his fans love him for his natural gift as an entertainer, injecting fun, humor, and pure joy into music.
With his viral audition taking the internet by storm, Mike Woodhams is officially the act to watch this season. If his next performances are anything like his jaw-dropping debut, he might just take the BGT crown!