Just unbelievably breathtaking. The reigning champion of Britain’s Got Talent, Sydnie Christmas, made her long-awaited return to the iconic stage during the 2025 semi-finals—and she didn’t come alone.
In a duet that brought the audience to tears, Sydnie teamed up with BGT alum and global vocal powerhouse Loren Allred for an unforgettable performance of the timeless classic, “Over the Rainbow.”
Watch their duet below.
Their rendition wasn’t just a duet—it was a moment. With stunning harmonies and emotionally charged vocals, Sydnie and Loren delivered what many are calling one of the most powerful performances in the show’s history. Fans and judges alike were left stunned, and as the final notes rang out, there wasn’t a dry eye in the house.
This performance wasn’t just for the stage—it was also a full-circle dream come true. Sydnie, who won Britain’s Got Talent in 2024 with a heartfelt solo performance of Loren’s own version of “Over the Rainbow,” had long considered Loren a vocal idol.
Behind the scenes, the two formed a friendship rooted in mutual respect. When Sydnie confided in Loren that she was afraid she wouldn’t do the song justice, Loren offered heartfelt encouragement and gave her blessing, telling her: “This version of ‘Over the Rainbow’ is our version.”
Now, in 2025, the two have made that dream a reality with a breathtaking duet and a music video filmed in Los Angeles. The video opens with a touching voice note from Loren and audio of Sydnie expressing admiration for her mentor moments after her BGT victory. Their powerful bond and mutual admiration resonate clearly in every note of the duet.
Sydnie Christmas, who once worked on cruise ships and struggled to break into the West End, has since become a national sensation. With roots in Gravesham, Kent, and training from the D&B Academy of Performing Arts, she is proving that persistence—and passion—pays off. Her credits include Grease, Starlight Express in Bochum, Germany, and her “off West End” debut in Lazarus. BGT was meant to be her final shot at a dream that once seemed out of reach—and what a shot it was.
