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“The kiddie factor: Child stars are hot favourites to win Britain's Got Talent
By Paul Revoir
Last updated at 3:46 PM on 30th May 2008
They're not old enough to buy themselves a car or even have a celebratory drink after one of their performances.
But the three child stars who are favourites to win this year's Britain's Got Talent are set to become millionaire's after Saturday's final.
Opera singer Faryl Smith, 12, break dancer George Sampson, 14, and choir boy Andrew Johnston, 13, are all set lucrative deals once the show is over.
The three acts , all from humble origins, are being circled by record companies and talent agents in an attempt to cash in on the show's phenomenal success.
Stealing the show; George Sampson, 14, Faryl Smith, 12, and Andrew Jonston
While the prize on the show is £100,000 and a chance to perform at the Royal Variety Performance, the real reward is massive earnings for their new fame.
The hit ITV show, presented by Ant and Dec, featuring Simon Cowell as a judge, will go up against the final of the BBC's Oliver talent contest.
TV insiders are predicting record ratings for the year for Britain's Got Talent, which is expected to trounce viewing figures of I'd Do Anything.
Whatever the result of tonight's vote both Got Talent stars Smith and Johnston will be offered lucrative record deals, industry sources have revealed.
Sony BMG, the company Cowell is linked to, is believed to be among those keen on signing them, as well as failed 11-year-old semi-finalist Charlie Green.
The Cheeky Monkeys dance routine won them a place in the finals
Sources on the show say the massive audiences for the ITV show this year, peaking at 12million, has guaranteed this year's performers star status.
They believe the sheer scale of people ringing in to this year's programme will translate into record sales and ticket sales after it finishes.
TV industry insiders also say the winner will have the chance to star on the same bill as Madonna, as she is set to perform at this year's Royal Variety show.
Odds-on favourite Miss Smith, whose dad is a builder and mum is a hairdresser, is expected to sign a record deal worth £1million if she wins.
Sources close to Simon Cowell admit he is ready to take her under his wing and make her the same global success as he has with Leona Lewis.
If angelic-voice choirboy, Andrew Johnston, who has lived on the poverty line for much of his life, wins he will get a similar windfall and record deal.
Breakdancer George Sampson, second favourite to take the crown, would be able to make a fortune from live shows and TV appearances, it is claimed.
britain's got talent
Young kid on the block: Simon Cowell is said to be keen to sign failed contestant Charlie Green, 11,
He has already had offers to appear in dance videos, it has been revealed.
His remarkable rags to riches story could be capped off tonight, after he was forced to busk to pay for his £15-a-time dance classes.
Last year's winner, opera singer, Paul Potts, signed a £1million record with Simon Cowell after winning the show, with record sales around the globe.
A source close to Simon Cowell said: "There is potentially a lot of young millionaires coming out of tonight's show."
The insider claimed that Cowell believes that 12-year-old singer Smith, who is the bookmaker's clear favourite, could rival the stardom of Leona Lewis.
He said: "Someone like Faryl, who is only 12, and his this incredible voice. We only need to look at what Simon has done with Leona Lewis.
"There is massive potential for sales for the type of music she sings.The potential earnings in front of her could run into many millions. This show provides such a good shop window for these acts."
Other performers on the show have also received lucrative offers with dance duo Signature being offered up to £5,000 to perform for global bank Citigroup.
Martial arts act, Strike, which are many people's outsiders for the final, have already established a massive female following and are set to cash-in as well.”
“The kiddie factor: Child stars are hot favourites to win Britain's Got Talent
By Paul Revoir
Last updated at 3:46 PM on 30th May 2008
They're not old enough to buy themselves a car or even have a celebratory drink after one of their performances.
But the three child stars who are favourites to win this year's Britain's Got Talent are set to become millionaire's after Saturday's final.
Opera singer Faryl Smith, 12, break dancer George Sampson, 14, and choir boy Andrew Johnston, 13, are all set lucrative deals once the show is over.
The three acts , all from humble origins, are being circled by record companies and talent agents in an attempt to cash in on the show's phenomenal success.
Stealing the show; George Sampson, 14, Faryl Smith, 12, and Andrew Jonston
While the prize on the show is £100,000 and a chance to perform at the Royal Variety Performance, the real reward is massive earnings for their new fame.
The hit ITV show, presented by Ant and Dec, featuring Simon Cowell as a judge, will go up against the final of the BBC's Oliver talent contest.
TV insiders are predicting record ratings for the year for Britain's Got Talent, which is expected to trounce viewing figures of I'd Do Anything.
Whatever the result of tonight's vote both Got Talent stars Smith and Johnston will be offered lucrative record deals, industry sources have revealed.
Sony BMG, the company Cowell is linked to, is believed to be among those keen on signing them, as well as failed 11-year-old semi-finalist Charlie Green.
The Cheeky Monkeys dance routine won them a place in the finals
Sources on the show say the massive audiences for the ITV show this year, peaking at 12million, has guaranteed this year's performers star status.
They believe the sheer scale of people ringing in to this year's programme will translate into record sales and ticket sales after it finishes.
TV industry insiders also say the winner will have the chance to star on the same bill as Madonna, as she is set to perform at this year's Royal Variety show.
Odds-on favourite Miss Smith, whose dad is a builder and mum is a hairdresser, is expected to sign a record deal worth £1million if she wins.
Sources close to Simon Cowell admit he is ready to take her under his wing and make her the same global success as he has with Leona Lewis.
If angelic-voice choirboy, Andrew Johnston, who has lived on the poverty line for much of his life, wins he will get a similar windfall and record deal.
Breakdancer George Sampson, second favourite to take the crown, would be able to make a fortune from live shows and TV appearances, it is claimed.
britain's got talent
Young kid on the block: Simon Cowell is said to be keen to sign failed contestant Charlie Green, 11,
He has already had offers to appear in dance videos, it has been revealed.
His remarkable rags to riches story could be capped off tonight, after he was forced to busk to pay for his £15-a-time dance classes.
Last year's winner, opera singer, Paul Potts, signed a £1million record with Simon Cowell after winning the show, with record sales around the globe.
A source close to Simon Cowell said: "There is potentially a lot of young millionaires coming out of tonight's show."
The insider claimed that Cowell believes that 12-year-old singer Smith, who is the bookmaker's clear favourite, could rival the stardom of Leona Lewis.
He said: "Someone like Faryl, who is only 12, and his this incredible voice. We only need to look at what Simon has done with Leona Lewis.
"There is massive potential for sales for the type of music she sings.The potential earnings in front of her could run into many millions. This show provides such a good shop window for these acts."
Other performers on the show have also received lucrative offers with dance duo Signature being offered up to £5,000 to perform for global bank Citigroup.
Martial arts act, Strike, which are many people's outsiders for the final, have already established a massive female following and are set to cash-in as well.”
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