Britain’s got tears, trauma and tragedy Contestants in meltdown backstage at BGT

BRITAIN’S Got Talent was thrown into chaos yesterday after contestants suffered a series of teary meltdowns and favourite Jonathan Antoine was sent home ill.

Bosses spent the day trying to bring the show — which aired its first live instalment last night — under control after unruly acts threatened to ruin it.

Violinist Analiza Ching was in floods of tears after telling producers she was not ready to perform, while singer Rachel Knowland broke down after finding out her first audition was relegated to just a few minutes on Saturday’s show — with viewers having no idea who she is.

Meanwhile, opera singing favourite Jonathan was hit by illness amid fears he will not be able to sing properly tonight.          Full Read