Britains Got Talents Richard Jones in tears as he pays tribute to war veteran friend who died after winning the show

Britains Got Talents Richard Jones in tears as he pays tribute to war veteran friend who died after winning the show

Richard Jones pays tribute to Fergus Anckorn in his Champions performance (Picture: ITV/Twitter) Ri..

Richard Jones returns for Britain's Got Talent: The Champions

Richard Jones pays tribute to Fergus Anckorn in his Champions performance (Picture: ITV/Twitter)

Richard Jones makes an emotional return on Britains Got Talent: The Champions, dedicating his act to a friend who has died since winning the show.

The 28-year-old British magician and soldier won the tenth series of Britains Got Talent back in 2016, where he brought out war veteran and long-serving member of the Magic Circle, Fergus Anckorn, onstage after telling his story.

Fergus has since died following the winning performance, passing away aged 99 on 22 March 2018 from bladder cancer.

Returning for Britains Got Talent: The Champions, Richard themes his performance around Ferguss life and legacy – with the magician seen getting teary before hes even begun.

Once his act concludes, the crowd and judges are similarly bowled over – with Richard seen visibly emotional as he takes in the overwhelming response.

Speaking after his performance to hosts Ant and Dec, Richard said: I knew it was going to be an emotional act because of what I was talking about but seeing the support from the room I didnt expect it, and it threw me a little bit.

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Sorry for getting so emotional, its just such a kind thing to see. I really appreciate it.

Noticing how emotional Richard was, Simon Cowell said: Before we even knew what you were going to do tonight, I looked into your eyes and I could see your eyes welling up.

He was the first magician to EVER win Britain's Got Talent, but will @richjonesmagic be crowned the ultimate champion??

Only one way to find out… Tune in to #BGTChampions this Saturday at 8:15pm on @ITV and @WeAreSTV pic.twitter.com/xVH5I1Xcxw

— Britain's Got Talent (@BGT) September 12, 2019

You were emotional before, during, after, for all the right reasons. What defines a Champion is someone who has won but has the confidence to come back and defend what theyve won, and thats why we made this show.

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