Sunderland singer performs at Britain's Got Talent
A rising star from Sunderland is capturing the hearts of the nation on Britain’s Got Talent
A Sunderland man says he hopes that his Britain's Got Talent performance will help put the North East on the map.
Mickey Callisto, a proud Mackem, wowed the judges in his audition, earning a full set of four yeses after delivering a show-stopping performance that drew comparisons to the legendary Freddie Mercury.
His unique style, powerhouse vocals, and undeniable stage presence left both the judges and the audience in awe.
Speaking to us, he shared how much the reaction has meant to him as he prepares for the next stage of the competition.
Since his audition aired, Mickey has been overwhelmed by support from fans “not just from the North East but from literally around the world”.
Now, he hopes his success will shine a light on the incredible talent in the North East.
Determined to put Sunderland on the map, Mickey wants to show the nation that the region is home to some of the most gifted performers in the UK, and they “need to get more recognition not just nationally but internationally”
With his next performance on the horizon, all eyes are on Mickey as he continues his Britain’s Got Talent journey. Will he go all the way to the final? One thing is for sure—Sunderland is behind him every step of the way!