Mickey Callisto left the judges and audience of Britain’s Got Talent in awe with his stunning rendition of Queen’s iconic hit Who Wants to Live Forever? His performance was so captivating that many fans on social media declared him the next Freddie Mercury.
The full-time performer, who has yet to fully break into the music industry, completely wowed viewers with his powerful vocals and stage presence. Mickey’s uncanny ability to channel Freddie Mercury—right down to his signature air punch—had the judges convinced they were watching a tribute act from the legendary Queen frontman himself.
Alesha Dixon couldn’t hide her amazement, exclaiming, “Wow! I couldn’t tell if it was Freddie or Mickey up there. Whatever it was, it was absolutely sensational. Your voice is stunning.”
Bruno Tonioli, who has worked closely with Freddie Mercury in the past, was equally impressed, commenting on how well Mickey had captured the late Queen star’s mannerisms. “You’ve got Freddie’s gestures and energy down to perfection,” Tonioli said.
Mickey, who joked that he would use the prize money to buy his nan a stairlift, was immediately sent through to the next stage of the competition. If he wins, he’ll get the chance to perform in front of the royal family at the prestigious Royal Variety Performance.
Fans watching at home took to social media to share their excitement, with many commenting on how much Mickey reminded them of Freddie. One fan tweeted, “Chills. As a lifelong Queen fan, I was blown away by Mickey’s rendition. This guy is incredible!”
Another user wrote, “Wow, Mickey is sensational! Such an amazing voice and incredible stage presence. He could totally star in a musical or movie about Freddie!”
Others echoed similar sentiments, with one person saying, “I can’t believe this guy is real. It’s like Freddie is back
on stage. He would’ve loved this performance.” And yet another noted, “He even did the iconic Freddie punch!”
It’s safe to say that Mickey Callisto has earned a devoted fanbase, with many excited to see what the future holds for this rising star.