When the Everyday Becomes Exceptional – Stacey Leadbeatter Wows BGT Judges with ‘Run

🎤 From Supermarket Worker to BGT Spotlight

Stacey Leadbeatter, a 29-year-old supermarket worker from Yorkshire, took the BGT stage by storm. She had very limited singing experience—her public‐performance history included local pubs—yet on her first BGT audition she delivered a stunning rendition of Run (popularised by Leona Lewis) that earned her the coveted Golden Buzzer, pressed by guest judge KSI.

📍 Background & Big Break

• Stacey openly shared that, prior to her BGT audition, she had never performed to a large audience and worked cooking chickens in a supermarket job.

• Her performance was widely described as “jaw-dropping” and “emotionally raw,” transforming what seemed like a modest background into a moment of national attention.

• After her Golden Buzzer moment, she progressed through the competition by winning the public vote in her semi-final to secure a place in the live final.

💡 What Makes Her Story Stand Out

• Unexpected talent: Working a regular job and then stepping into the spotlight created an inspiring “everyday person” narrative. Many commented how they were moved by her authenticity.

• Powerful performance: Singing a difficult song like “Run” and earning full marks from judges for vocal control and emotional delivery lifted her above many prior acts.  

• Relatable journey: The contrast between her everyday life and the grandeur of the BGT stage resonated with viewers and helped her connect with the audience.

• Momentum and recognition: After her Golden Buzzer, bookmakers installed her among the favourites to win the season.
  

🔮 Where It Could Go From Here

While her journey on BGT is still in progress (or just recently concluded), Stacey’s appearance gives her a significant platform:

• She’s likely to gain new music-performance opportunities, whether live or recorded.

• She can build a public profile and fan-base beyond the show.

• The story of her rise—from supermarket worker to national TV favourite—makes for compelling press, interviews and promotional content.