Picture this: you’re a contestant on one of Britain’s biggest talent shows, surrounded by incredible singers, each vying for the same spotlight. How do you make sure you stand out? That was the challenge facing Sue Moretta as she prepared for her Britain’s Got Talent audition. Though confident in her powerful vocals and ability to charm a crowd, Sue knew she needed something extra to make sure she wouldn’t be overlooked.
Her plan? A dramatic entrance that no one would forget.
While hosts Ant and Dec were searching for her backstage, Sue was already setting the stage for her big moment. As the final auditionee of the day, anticipation filled the room. Suddenly, a burst of music erupted through the air — and Sue burst onto the scene.
With the backstage doors flung open, Sue strode into the audience, microphone in hand, already singing “Don’t Rain on My Parade.” Draped in a glittering black sequin dress and a bold feather boa, she immediately grabbed the full attention of the judges — Simon Cowell, David Walliams, Alesha Dixon, and Amanda Holden — and the entire crowd.
The audience was swept up by her lively, heartfelt performance, clapping, dancing, and even singing along.
A seasoned vocalist with classical training, Sue had been performing for decades but was on the verge of retirement, having never had her big break. What reignited her passion to audition? A touching discovery: a letter her late mother, Margaret, had written to Simon Cowell, urging him to hear Sue sing.
Reading the letter, Sue recalled, “My daughter has an amazing voice; I’d love for you to hear it — I’m 80, and it would make my life.” Though Sue had once asked her mother to hold off on sending it, after Margaret’s passing, the words took on a new meaning.
“It was for my mum,” Sue shared. “After reading that, I thought, ‘Okay, I’ll give it one more shot.’”
Her bold gamble paid off — the judges were impressed, awarding her four enthusiastic yeses, and the audience roared in support. Now, it was a waiting game to see if she’d make it to the semi-finals.
“I know the judges are in there deliberating,” Sue said afterward. “I can’t let myself imagine them saying no — I just won’t hear it.”
Though she didn’t win the competition, Sue’s decision to audition became a major turning point. She continued to sing professionally, gained a manager, and booked new gigs. On top of that, the mother of four and grandmother of five also began offering singing lessons.
And perhaps the most unforgettable part of her audition? Judge David Walliams dancing on the judges’ table and cheekily dropping his trousers, leaving Simon Cowell genuinely stunned.
Sue’s Britain’s Got Talent journey was more than just an audition — it was a testament to her talent, resilience, and the sheer magic of making an entrance.
