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Britain's Got Talent Review: Jonathan Antoine And Charlotte Jaconelli Storm Through The Second Live Semi-Final (VIDEO)

Posted: 07/05/2012 21:57 Updated: 07/05/2012 22:22

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Jonathan Antoine and his partner Charlotte were back in action during the second semi-final of 'Britain's Got Talent'

It was the second of 5 live semi-finals in the lead-up to Saturday’s grand final, and the big question – would Jonathan Antoine and his partner Charlotte Jaconelli be able to repeat the storming success of their audition piece?

The answer was yes. Charlotte, whom Simon had suggested Jonathan abandon after the audition, had blossomed, and the pair cut a stylish dash together in sparkling black. As for Jonathan’s voice, it was able to take the audience by surprise again, with a richness beyond its years.

WATCH Jonathan And Charlotte's Original Storming Audition Piece Here

Their performance brought the four judges to their feet.

“I suggested Charlotte was holding you back," said Simon to Jonathan, who decided he would stick with his friend, the girl who'd stood up for him against school yard bullies.

As Simon told Jonathan, "That was the best decision you ever made.”

Jonathan and Charlotte were the night's winners, straight through to Saturday's final, with second place going to dancers Kai and Natalia - young singer Paige Turley got through to the final three, before the judges went with the dancing pair.

There, they'll be joined by Ashleigh and Pudsey, and Only Boys Aloud, who were Sunday's victors.

Here’s a recap of the rest of Tuesday's second semi-final…

Cascade – a team of beefy, brawny martial artists from Paris. Borrowing a sense of drama from Inception theme music, the boys used the breadth of the stage to show off their acrobatic skills, and showed other urban dance acts how it’s done. Still not sure what it’s all about, though. “Not enough flesh,” said Alesha. Somewhere, in a quiet corner, United We Stand are gently weeping.

Paige Turley – delivered a more traditional, X Factor-esque cover of a Bruno Mars song, standing on a cube all the while. “Underwhelmed,” said Amanda. “A big voice out of a little girl, even smaller than Dec,” said Walliams, before agreeing with his (???) Simon that she deserved to go through.

Karizma Krew tapped into Kool London, Union Jacks, black cab – tick tick. They got the crowd going, but Simon wasn’t sure their leader Tim belonged to the group. “Never seen anyone breakdance to Chas ‘n’ Dave,” added Walliams.

The Show Bears had previously enticed Walliams on stage with them for a sizzling performance of It’s Raining Men. This week saw them studies in gold for a Kylie montage, but they lacked some of their previous chutzpah. Simon’s buzzer had gone off before they got to the first chorus.

Michael Fish (not THAT one) on Percussion brought his percussion skills out tonight, and was as impressive as in the auditions, but “too Ibiza for me,” said Amanda. “I really liked it,” disagreed Amanda.

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Organist Graham Blackledge, the only man in the country who has to realise his more comedic calling. The man whose act Simon previously called “vanilla icecream with a sausage” is undoubtedly likeable beyond all measure. “Wallace and Gromit’s lovechild,” mused Amanda. “You will sell a lot more organs, but excruciating,” decided Simon.

But let’s make no mistake. This is a comedian masquerading as a organ musician, who has yet to realise. With Butlins, weddings and cruise ships (3-days, not 3 weeks), this man WILL never be out of work.

Dancers Kai and Natalia “aren’t here to make up the numbers” – a lie, methinks, but they gave it their all. “You look like winners,” said Simon.

Four Corners prompted a lot of chat about lycra and Amsterdam from Ant ‘n’ Dec. 17 group members turned up on stage, with one element even Cascade couldn’t boast – a fiery readhead in their midst. It was no more impressive than one of Rihanna’s or Lady Gaga’s routines, and they sing as well. “I didn’t think there’d be an act sexier than the The Show Bears tonight,” said Walliams. “Best dance group in the competition,” said Alesha. “The best dance group of the evening,” said Simon. Hang on, what about those “winners” mentioned above? I’m confused. (They didn't get through to the top three.)

And finally, Jonathan and Charlotte… who brought the house down.

The complete final 45... who is the best proof that Britain's got talent? Have your vote!

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08:45 PM on 05/09/2012
Jonathan may be able to sing but he is heading for health problems and is not a good role model for overweif\gt people who look for any excuse to not lose weight.
09:19 AM on 05/09/2012
Jonathan Antoine And Charlotte Jaconelli should be given a recording contract straight away.
I cant wait to buy their 1st album.
Truly amazing duo.
02:32 PM on 05/08/2012
Truly the best act of the whole show by a mile, good luck to them both !
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RobertHenryEller
a micro-bio hp can handle
02:18 PM on 05/08/2012
All four finalist acts are entertaining. But Kai and Natalia are highly admirable, but not thrilling. Only Boys Aloud are emotionally stirring, and Welsh chests must be bursting with pride, they make me wish I was Welsh when I watch them, but they're at best a British phenomenon. Ashley and Pudsey are terminally adorable, but there are better dog acts, and this one only has six legs.

Charlotte and Jonathan (Ok, just Jonathan, if you insist), are truly draw dropping, soul stirring.

Ask yourselves, honestly: Who do you think you will still be listening to and watching 20 years from now?

Cowell is right on Jonathan: Conceivably Pavarotti-class. Would Paul Potts have had a chance against Jonathan?

Charlotte might not win such a contest without Jonathan. But at the moment, Jonathan would not be able to bring it without Charlotte. Charlotte deserves kudos not only for what she does on her own, but also for what she does for Jonathan.
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janno000
03:18 PM on 05/08/2012
I agree with you we wouldn't have seen Johnothan without Charlotte, I hope we see them together for many years to come.
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RobertHenryEller
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04:30 PM on 05/08/2012
Well, eventually Jonathan's career, if it progresses, must lead to places like la Scala in Milan. Operas don't cast by duo, unfortunately. Is it possible for opera singers to flourish outside of the opera? As soloists? Perhaps so. I certainly would be deliriously happy if the duo can continue. I truly wish Charlotte every possible success. I don't know much about operatic voice training. But I cannot imagine that she could not also benefit from professional training. I think she has a beautiful tone. But she needs bigger pipes, I think.
01:13 PM on 05/08/2012
truly an amazing voice jonathon, you make shivers go down my back , even if opera is not your thing you can hear true talent, and that lad has got one hell of a lot of talent.good luck to you.
12:26 PM on 05/08/2012
Best of a bad lot.
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jaydjay
11:16 AM on 05/08/2012
Jonathon and Charlotte have OK voices but I don't think they have the ability to go far. Charlotte in particular is having to stretch her voice and that will let her down eventually!
12:18 PM on 05/08/2012
OK voices !!!!!!!!!!!!!!!! There is something truly wrong with your hearing if that's what you really believe.
01:02 PM on 07/04/2012
Rubbish. They have amazing voices both of them, and will DEFINATELY go FAR.
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dizzies11
Right at my desk. UK.
09:37 AM on 05/08/2012
good voices, but did the majority of the public understand what they were singing, lots of kids vote on this program, just wonder how they came first with opera not every ones cup of tea, but the public are a funny lot. we vote for some daft things.
12:16 PM on 05/08/2012
You don't need to understand, just listen to most pop songs and you won't have a clue what the words are (exception of Adele).
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dizzies11
Right at my desk. UK.
12:53 PM on 05/08/2012
yes very true, most singers sound so high pitched you can`t make it out, no quality!
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janno000
03:19 PM on 05/08/2012
You didn't need to understand the words, you can feel the emotion.
08:05 AM on 05/08/2012
Bravo! True talent.
07:48 AM on 05/08/2012
these will come 2nd as doggy as got to win this year ruff ruff
07:46 AM on 05/08/2012
This duo are outstanding. Head and shoulders above the rest but the vote fixers will make sure they come second because theey will have two acts to earn money which is better than one.
07:31 AM on 05/08/2012
They are winners, no one can better their performance.
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PhilEssex
Statistically, 6 out of 7 dwarves are not happy.
12:22 AM on 05/08/2012
Jonathan & Charlotte deserve to win BGT, they have amazing voices and and brilliant vocal ranges. He's Englands answer to Pavarotti, I can see them both going a long way in the future. Well done to the pair of them.