Simon Cowell is bringing one of his long-time judges from Britain's Got Talent across the pond for the next series of America's Got Talent.
Cowell recently signed up for a second season of America's Got Talent: The Champions, which brings back memorable contestants from around the world to crown an ultimate winner. A UK version is airing now on ITV.
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The first season of AGT: The Champions was judged by Cowell, Heidi Klum, Howie Mandel and Spice Girls member Mel B, but Scary Spice won't return for the sophomore run.
Instead, a video released on Thursday (September 26) confirmed that Cowell is bringing on Britain's Got Talent mainstay and former Strictly Come Dancing judge Alesha Dixon.
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The clip sees America's Got Talent: The Champions season one winner Shin Lim performing a card trick where he deals out cards for each of the judges as well as presenter Terry Crews.
Watch the announcement of Alesha Dixon joining America's Got Talent: The Champions below:
Alesha also delivered the news on her own Twitter account, telling fans that she's "super excited" about the new gig while sharing her sparkly golden promo photo.
It's a very exciting time for the former Mis-Teeq member, since she has both BGT and AGT on her schedule as well as the wonderful news that she's expecting her second child with partner Azuka Ononye.
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Britain's Got Talent: The Champions airs on Saturdays at 7.30pm on ITV.
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