Simon Cowell Enforces New Chewing Gum Ban on Britain's Got Talent
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1 March 2026 - 2:38 AM

Simon Cowell Enforces New Chewing Gum Ban on Britain's Got Talent

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Simon Cowell has introduced a new rule for the production of Britain's Got Talent.

Reports indicate that Simon Cowell has officially banned chewing gum on the set of the long-running television show.

This decision targets both the staff and the contestants who interact with the judges during the audition process.

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The move stems from the desire of Simon Cowell to maintain a higher level of professionalism throughout the filming schedule.

Sources close to the production note that he finds the habit distracting and disrespectful to the performers taking the stage.

He reportedly believes that chewing gum creates an unprofessional appearance and creates unnecessary noise during critical moments of the auditions.

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This strict policy reflects the well-known standards of Cowell, who has a reputation for his direct and uncompromising approach to television production.

The ban applies to the audition stage, where Simon Cowell requires the full attention of everyone present.

Contestants who walk onto the stage while chewing gum now face immediate requests from production staff to dispose of it before they start their performance.

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Those who work behind the scenes have begun to adjust to the new requirement. The production team aims to ensure that the environment remains focused entirely on the talent being showcased.

By eliminating this specific habit, Simon Cowell hopes to remove any visual or auditory distractions that could take away from the seriousness of the competition.

This policy adds to a growing list of standards that Simon Cowell expects on his sets.

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As the current season continues, both contestants and crew members are expected to comply with these rules to ensure the show maintains the tone that the head judge demands.

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