Sydnie Christmas wowed everyone on this year’s Britain’s Got Talent with her stunning performance of Frank Sinatra’s “My Way.” Many are now calling it the best cover of the song. Her powerful voice moved the judges and audience to tears, especially when she hit the big notes and added her own twist to the lyrics. Her performance went viral quickly, hitting half a million views within hours and making her a fan favorite. Watch the video below.
Sydnie, a 28-year-old from Kent, charmed everyone with her bold and funny personality. During her chat with judges Simon Cowell, Amanda Holden, Alesha Dixon, and Bruno Tonioli, she shared her dream of becoming a professional singer in London’s West End.
At her audition for BGT’s 17th season, Sydnie surprised the judges by singing “Tomorrow” from the musical Annie, a song Simon Cowell notoriously dislikes. Despite his initial reaction, Sydnie’s soulful and powerful rendition captivated everyone. Her performance, full of emotional highs, moved her family to tears and impressed the judges.
Sydnie’s performance started gently and then soared with power and control, backed by a jazzy piano track that gave the song a fresh feel. Simon Cowell, initially skeptical, ended up giving her a standing ovation along with the other judges and the audience. He even admitted, “I used to hate that song, and now I absolutely love it. Good for you, that was absolutely brilliant.”
With praise from all four judges, Amanda Holden was so impressed that she awarded Sydnie the Golden Buzzer, sending her straight to the live shows.
Born in Kent and now living in London, Sydnie has worked various jobs, from a gym worker to a performer on cruise ships and a cleaner, all while posting her music on YouTube. Her audition has already gained over 2 million views within the first 2 days on YouTube, marking her as a standout talent likely to reach the show’s finale and beyond.