Twelve-year-old Kerr James from Glasgow walked onto the Britain’s Got Talent stage with a smile so bright, the entire room lit up. Despite his young age, he already carried the ambition of a future superstar. His dream? To become a recording artist—and follow in the footsteps of his idol, Freddie Mercury. Backstage, his whole family—“the full clan,” as he proudly called them—cheered him on, knowing this could be the moment that changed everything.
But nothing could have prepared the audience for what came next.
A Voice Beyond His Years
Choosing the soulful classic “Try a Little Tenderness” was bold. Choosing it at just twelve was fearless.
And yet, the moment Kerr opened his mouth, the room fell silent.
The sweet, bubbly schoolboy vanished.
In his place stood a confident, powerful young crooner with a voice rich enough to shake the walls.
He delivered emotional high notes with professional-level control and filled the stage with an electric presence that felt almost… legendary.
He didn’t just sing the song.
He owned it.
The Judges Were Stunned
The reactions were instant and explosive.
✨ David Walliams compared his dynamite charisma to Freddie Mercury himself.
✨ The panel praised his “astonishing voice,” infectious energy, and rare ability to stand out from the crowd.
✨ Every judge agreed—they weren’t just watching a talented kid. They were watching the beginning of something big.
With four massive “YES” votes, Kerr James walked off the stage not just as a contestant, but as a rising star with limitless potential.
His audition didn’t just impress—it shook the room and marked him as one of the brightest young talents to ever step onto the BGT stage.