Table of Contents
- Obituary of Dave Betton
- Memorable Performance on Britain's Got Talent
- Dave Betton's Career
- Legacy and Final Years
- Latest Updates
BRITAIN'S Got Talent star, Dave Betton, who received acclaim from Simon Cowell after performing with his son, has passed away at the age of 82.
Betton appeared on the show alongside his son Dean in 2020, making it to the later stages of the competition.
Britain’s Got Talent star, Dave Betton, has died aged 82
The duo left the judges amazed, and at one point, they received a standing ovation for their rendition of Frank Sinatra’s “That’s Life.”
Simon Cowell remarked at the time: “There are certain days when I think what I really need is a mug of hot chocolate – and you were like a mug of hot chocolate!
“You made me feel good; I really needed that.”
Betton, originally from Chesterfield, worked as a club singer after relocating to Blackpool in 1981 with his wife, who purchased the Dorchester Hotel.
Throughout the 1970s, 80s, and 90s, he performed at various clubs along the coast on the local circuit.
He later toured in Australia and South Africa and even had a stint in Las Vegas, fulfilling a personal dream.
After the passing of his wife, he retired 15 years ago.
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What was Dave Betton known for?
Dave Betton was known for his appearance on Britain's Got Talent, where he performed with his son and received praise from Simon Cowell.
How did Dave Betton's career progress?
Betton began his career as a club singer and performed across various venues in the UK, Australia, South Africa, and Las Vegas.
What did Simon Cowell say about Dave Betton?
Simon Cowell described Betton's performance as uplifting, comparing him to a "mug of hot chocolate," expressing that he made him feel good.
