Jai McDowall will replace Susan Boyle in 'Britain's Got Talent: The Champions'.
Jai McDowall
The 2011 'BGT' winner has been recruited by producers as a replacement for the 'I Dreamed A Dream' singer - who was runner-up on Simon Cowell's show in 2009 and has become a huge star - after she was forced to pull out of the special series due to scheduling conflicts.
And Jai, 33, is set to get a second chance at stardom after show bosses chose him over 2014 finalist Lucy Kay, 30.
A source told The Sun newspaper's Bizarre TV column: "They didn't want to be short of contestants and SuBo was looking unlikely to confirm her appearance.
"Jai was ecstatic and will be putting his heart into the show, in the hope of making it right to the end."
Susan appeared on 'America's Got Talent: The Champions' last year and also released her eighth studio album 'Ten' - celebrating a decade in the spotlight - meaning her schedule is too packed to juggle the show as well.
A spokesperson previously said: "Susan has a busy year ahead with lots of performances coming up, trips to the US, headlining BBC Proms in September, as well as preparing for her upcoming tour.
"She is enjoying celebrating the decade since she first appeared on 'BGT' and her life changing for the better.
"She loved being part of 'AGT Champions' and, whether she is able to make it or not, wishes the contestants taking part on 'BGT Champions' the best of luck."
Meanwhile, dance group Diversity - who beat Susan to be crowned winners 10 years ago - also confirmed they won't be available for a triumphant return.
Ashley Banjo said: "Who would have thought ten years ago when we won 'BGT' we would be preparing for our biggest tour yet, Born Ready? While we are unable to take part, we wish all the acts the best of luck."
Crooner Paul Potts, dance duo Stavros Flatley and knife swallower Alex Magala are all taking part in the new show.
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