Six-year-old Oscar Donnelly, hailing from Scotland, was one of the youngest contestants to grace the Britain’s Got Talent (BGT) stage in 2018. Before his performance, the judges were charmed by his small size and Scottish accent. When asked what he would spend the £250,000 prize money on, Oscar confidently replied, “Other gay boys,” an answer that delighted the audience and judges alike, showcasing his playful, confident personality and setting the stage for his performance.
Oscar’s chosen performance was a dance routine to a medley of songs. Despite his tender age, his dance was remarkably polished, energetic, and full of character. He displayed impressive stage presence, executing complex moves and striking poses with a professional flair that was entirely unexpected from someone so young. The audience and judges were immediately won over, not just by his cuteness, but by his genuine talent and commitment to his routine.
The judges’ reactions were overwhelmingly positive. Alesha Dixon was clearly impressed, telling the young dancer, “You are so professional for a six-year-old, that’s unbelievable.” David Walliams joked that Oscar was “so little and cute and brilliant,” and suggested he could replace professional dancer Brendan Cole on Strictly Come Dancing. Ultimately, Oscar’s natural talent, charm, and surprising professionalism secured him four enthusiastic “yeses,” successfully sending the six-year-old sensation through to the next round of the competition.
