When 20-year-old Imen Siar from Croydon walked onto the Britain’s Got Talent stage, she wasn’t just there to sing—she was there to make a statement. Wearing her hijab proudly, she shared that she had worn it since she was 11, calling it her crown. Her dream wasn’t simply fame; she wanted to inspire young Muslim girls and anyone watching to be proud of who they are.
But behind that brave smile was a secret: her father had no idea she could sing—and no idea she was auditioning.
For Imen, four “Yes” votes from the judges would be incredible…
But just one mattered more: the “yes” she hoped to earn from her dad.
A Voice Filled With Truth
When the music began, Imen delivered a breathtaking, soulful rendition of Alessia Cara’s “Scars To Your Beautiful.”
Her voice—warm, smooth, and full of emotion—wrapped around the audience instantly. Every lyric felt personal, especially the message about embracing yourself exactly as you are:
“You don’t have to change… the world could change its heart.”
It wasn’t just singing.
It was storytelling.
It was healing.
It was Imen standing proudly in her truth on one of the world’s biggest stages.
Her soft yet powerful tone, her honesty, and her radiant positivity made the entire room lean in. She didn’t just perform the song—she transformed it into her own message of courage and self-love.
Judges Moved to Silence
The judges’ reactions said everything:
✨ Alesha Dixon praised her beautiful voice and humble heart, calling the moment “very special.”
✨ Amanda Holden admired her bright, uplifting presence and declared the performance “perfect.”
✨ Simon Cowell, struck by her energy and sincerity, said her audition was one he would “truly remember.”
Imen earned four unanimous ‘Yes’ votes—and a roaring ovation that shook the room.
But the most powerful moment wasn’t just the applause…
It was the hope glowing in Imen’s eyes that her father—hearing her true voice for the very first time—would finally say the one “yes” that mattered more than any golden buzzer.
Imen didn’t just inspire the judges.
She inspired a generation.