gave the cold shoulder in a cringe-worthy moment on Wednesday (29 May) night's . The dynamic duo, , returned to host the third semi-final, where eight more acts will showcase their talents in hopes of securing a spot in the live final airing this Sunday evening. But things got a bit awkward at the start of the show when Ant and Dec settled down on the sofa.
It seemed they were being filmed in the dressing room - casually sipping tea and chatting about the upcoming show. Suddenly, Simon called - but Ant chose not to answer, and the pair playfully imitated his speaking voice as they speculated about what he might say, before it was revealed they were actually on the Britain's Got Talent stage. Realising they were on stage, they laughed off ignoring Simon's call and insisted they would never ignore his calls, as Simon made light of their apparent 'snub', with everyone chuckling over the skit, reports .
However, the pair have had more pleasant exchanges during this semi-final week, as earlier in the week, into the world. Ant appreciated Simon's kind words, as the live audience cheered to express their own congratulations for Ant following his family news. Ant and his wife Anne-Marie .
To announce their joyous news, he posted an adorable snapshot of him cuddling his son and captioned it: "Welcome to the family. Wilder Patrick Mcpartlin. Born, 14/05/24 at 8.
54am. Baby is beautiful, Mummy's a legend, Sisters are over the moon. Dad's a mess!" Ahead of Ant's return to work celebrity P.