Britain’s Got Talent viewers SLAM ‘ridiculously dangerous’ stunt which saw man set himself on FIRE

Britain’s Got Talent viewers praised the show after a contestant set himself on fire trying to solve a Rubik’s Cube on Sunday.

Fans who took to Twitter were left furious, labeling the “ridiculously dangerous” moment as “totally unacceptable” for a family show.

The moment saw professional stuntman Thomas Vu covered in a fire-retardant gel before being set on fire as he quickly solved the iconic 1980s puzzle.

Despite the act receiving a standing ovation from the judges, those left at home asked where the talent show had come to.

One wrote: ‘absolutely not on BGT, set yourself on fire, don’t try this at home. Shouldn’t’.

While another said ‘Like what BGT got to when we set people on fire for entertainment’.

“BGT totally didn’t consider showing a man setting himself on fire while solving a Rubix cube. No thought about impressionable kids watching the show,” another commented.

Before one fan added, “Sorry, but showing a man set himself on fire on a “family” show is not acceptable. Even stating “don’t try this at home”.

Sunday’s episode was hit with fixation allegations after a few performers revealed they’d also appeared in the US version of the franchise.

Japanese duo Toy Toy impressed the judges with their incredible skill as they performed tricks in total synchronicity.

But before showcasing their talent to the crowd in Manchester, Shu Takada asked “Simon, remember me?” after appearing on American’s Got Talent as a solo contestant.

Racing to Twitter, one furious viewer wrote, “So we’re getting Japanese who were on America’s Got Talent now on #bgt talking about recycling talent.”

While another said, ‘Tonight’s yo-yo act was the six-time world professional yo-yo champion and the two-time champion! From Japan! You are BRITAIN’S GOT TALENT’.

Shu’s performance at AGT 2022 saw him reach the semi-finals and receive a standing ovation from Simon, before being eliminated ahead of the Grand Finals.

The world champion also appeared on This Morning in 2019, where he showed hosts Holly Willoughby and Phillip Schofield a trick or two.

Elsewhere in the show, viewers instantly became fans of ballroom dancer Nathan when he took the stage.

The 24-year-old auditioned performed a routine as part of a Latin duo with his dance partner Joanne, 28, to Shakira’s 2016 song Try Everything.

And fans of the show were just as thrilled with his sassy personality as they were with his audition as his moment unfolded on screen.

Before arriving for his audition in Manchester, Nathan and Joanne were visited by judge Alesha Dixon, who told him he had been nominated for the show by his dance teacher, prompting him to give Alesha a sarcastic look when she asked if he was willing to appear on the show.

Nathan stepped onto the stage for his audition wearing a black shirt adorned with sparkling crystals and matching pants, informing the judges that he would be performing the Cha Cha Cha, prompting new panelist Bruno Tonioli to declare, “Yes, honey !’ before a brutal exchange between the pair ensued.

Nathan and Joanne received four ‘yes’ votes from the judges – Alesha, Bruno, Simon Cowell and Amanda Holden – and the pair sailed through to the next round.

And their audition delighted viewers, with some calling for the couple to win the show.

One person wrote on Twitter: “Oh now I’m crying again yessss baby Cha cha Cha to my heart’s content Nathan #BritainsGotTalent.”

Another person posted, “Great audition from Nathan. He was an absolutely fantastic dancer with a great personality #BGT2023 #BGT #BritainsGotTalent.’

While someone else shared, “Nathan the dancer is FIERCE and I’ll be there for #BritainsGotTalent #BGT #BGT2023.”

Another viewer tweeted, “Okay, if Nathan doesn’t win Britain’s Got Talent there will be riots #BritainsGotTalent.”

“Nathan is so sassy I love him #BGT #BritainsGotTalent,” someone else wrote.

Another show fan wrote, ‘Nathan, of all people, must win BGT. Many thanks everyone #BGT #BritainsGotTalent #ITV.’