13-year-old schoolboy's marvellous MAGIC! | Auditions | BGT 2023

Cillian O'Connor's mystifying magic took Simon Cowell's breath away!
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[@muckyprawn]

I used to meet this lad during lockdown...he used to stand at his front gate doing magic for passers by...amazing to think he’s here now. Best wishes young man.

[@calinasagilitypartner4444]

What county did he say he was from? My parents are from Ireland,but I didn't understand what he said. (We live in America.)

[@muckyprawn]

@@calinasagilitypartner4444 he’s from Co. Meath

[@calinasagilitypartner4444]

​@@muckyprawn thank you

[@movesky6696]

should won

[@martinmillar7137]

Aw nice.. lots of cool lockdown stories all over the uk.. the common person all helped make it less horrible ❤

[@mohd1441]

I don’t know why I was crying at the end of the audition , I would have given him a GOLDEN BUZZER 👑🌟

[@katz0625]

Omg I’m crying too now!! What a great guy!!

[@cocomelonlindt2266]

Everyone was crying.... An incredible young man

[@lavans06]

It's the storytelling flowing together ...and to achieve it in that amount of time you would unleash emotions on stage knowing it all went well xD Marc Spelmann & Issy Simpson who do storytelling come to mind

[@Emsy23]

I wasn’t crying but it so great

[@jaycee3404]

Lol. Me too

[@bii710]

This deserves a golden buzzer. Nobody can imaginge what this kid has been through to achieve all this

[@jbullthekingofentertainment]

Yeah I know right he was amazing and i have autism too so I know what it’s like and I’m really talented I have a KZbin we’re I do all kinds of stuff like dance comedy skits all kinds of stuff really 😉👍🙏🏿

[@mrtoptenatten]

Yes....but a "BLACK WITH A "SOB STORY" TOP TRUMPS ANYTHING ON BGT... IT SHOULD BE RENAMED..."BLMWS"... !

[@bii710]

@@jbullthekingofentertainment wow. I am also an autistic kid's mom. I know how talented you people are but I know how much you guys struggle in this insensitive people's world. All sensory issue sucks. But after seeing him and autistic kids struggling I have huge amount of respect that even going through a lot, with hard work you fulfill your dreams.

[@jbullthekingofentertainment]

@@bii710 oh ok yeah there are some struggles like I’ve been bullied alot and i have trouble focusing and communicating sometimes I’m kinda shy until I get to know you but when I get on camera and do my videos I’m like a completely different person and yeah for me autism isn’t a bad thing it’s actually a gift because I’m not like everyone else I’m different and special and what’s your kids talent 😉👍🙏🏿❤️

[@bii710]

I wish one day he also become independent and live a wonderful life Ameen

[@wouterpaap9343]

The uncontroled outburst of deep emotion at the end shows many things. I wish this incredibly nice boy all the best at reaching everything he wishes for. What a courage, well done!

[@josephineesidio8114]

This is one of the performances that deserve the golden buzzer.....

[@ranilasanga9537]

Yes Indeed 👍

[@AoibheannCullen-lj6om]

If he was English he would have got it

[@mrtoptenatten]

That black tribe did not deserve it....this show is fixed

[@mrtoptenatten]

Yes i 100% agree... .not a black tribe from UGANDA armed with a sob story...BGT IS A FIXED RIGGED SHOW & I FOR ONE WILL NOT BE WATCHING IT EVER AGAIN..EVERY ONE SHOULD TURN OFF IR OVER IN PROTEST

[@mrtoptenatten]

@@AoibheannCullen-lj6om them black ugandans armed with a sob story got the golden buzzer....A FIX...RIGGED SHOW

[@-JUIXE-]

"Autism isn't a disability it's an ability" Bro that melted my heart❤

[@roshansardeen7990]

Hi dhar mann

[@davidsorensen7438]

I’m 53 and that 13 year old just made me cry - he is everything right with this world 🌎

[@paulinedavis8734]

ME TOO 😂

[@winstoningram99]

Just a regular kid

[@christopherrichardson5352]

I'm 56 and he did the same to me. It does our hearts so much good to have a release like that. Reminds us we are human. ❤❤❤

[@davidsorensen7438]

@@christopherrichardson5352 amen

[@christopherrichardson5352]

@@davidsorensen7438 Amen to you David. 🙏🙏🙏

[@saphireleine]

His little sigh he does to compose himself after showing the jellybeans is precious. And his celebration made my heart smile. So precious.

[@christopherrichardson5352]

It made my heart smile too and then the reaction he got from the judges and the audience followed by him raising his arms in triumph and crying had me doing the same. I keep telling myself I won't cry when I see these kind of wonderful performances, but I just can't help it. I'm just a big old marshmallow inside.

[@billbill5326]

This isn’t just a wonderful performance. This is a life changing experience for Cillian. Doesn’t matter if he wins the competition. He has already won. ❤

[@APersonOnTheInternet101]

This made me cry. I'm autistic and I find talking with people so difficult, but it's funny how when we discover our passion we can communicate with people. I write comedy sets and rehearsing for people is one of the only times I feel comfortable around many people. I feel confident that the future for autistic people is brighter than it has been.

[@jam-nc8ut]

I can't imagine one boy has ever had so many people both in tears and so completely rooting for him before. I'm a bit cynical when it comes to shows like BGT, but when you see the pure joy, and the unadulterated emotional release that the acceptance that people think he is great brings to Cillian, it is entirely worth it.

[@neilnetman3138]

So proud of Cillian O'Connor. It must have taken a lot to stand in front of a large audience like that and pull off some amazing tricks.

[@crossoverbunchshow8793]

That magician deserves to win

[@TheAtticradio]

So good so young that boy will succeed in what he whatever he does. Brilliant attitude and talent.

[@berylbaldwin5824]

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[@winstoningram99]

Can someone explain how he did the jellybean number. Keen to know

[@slickxar]

@@winstoningram99 im still confused on how he did every single one of his tricks :D

[@Alex-dt3nx]

Dude made a grown man cry. Damn!

[@Conor2496]

Brilliant Work Cillian, u did Ireland Proud 🇮🇪 🔥

[@McLee]

I was expecting the Golden buzzer, am i the only one who expected that? This kid is unbelievably talented and so confident for what he is doing and the message he delivers is absolutely beautiful. ❤

[@katiewilliams2653]

Absolutely

[@ladnarfilms5201]

Had I been one of the judges, I definitely would have hit the golden buzzer!

[@mrtoptenatten]

Black people with a sob story will get the GOLDEN BUZZER over anyone...it ticks boxes

[@84hottopic]

​@@mrtoptenatten you're not wrong.

[@knineknights]

That got dark quickly.

[@prienalestari]

I don't know why I was crying too when I see Cillian's reaction right after his act done.. Good luck for you, Cillian.. wish you the best! So many people will love you and your act..

[@TinyDancerO]

This kid is winning at life already, with his amazing personality, along with his ability to communicate, and capture the whole audience as well as our hearts with his magic.

[@dexteri123]

what's the name of the song please i'm from brazil and never heard it, thanks!

[@TinyDancerO]

​@@dexteri123 The song is called: Pure Imagination, from the 1971 film "Willy Wonka & the Chocolate Factory." It was written by British composers Leslie Bricusse and Anthony Newley specifically for the movie. It was originally sung by Gene Wilder who played the character of Willy Wonka. Although, my favorite version is by singer/songwriter/musician, Jamie Cullum, who just happens to be married to the Grand-daughter of the books Author, Roald Dahl.

[@dexteri123]

@@TinyDancerO 👍🏻🙏🏻

[@TinyDancerO]

@@dexteri123, Joseph Vincent also does a great acoustic cover of the song.

[@YYC403NOYP]

Love how he effectively tells his life story through magic routine.

[@PedroOliveira-sl6nw]

People go through their life thinking about how things are happy or how things are sad. But in my (personal) experience, the pure detached emotion is so much more powerful. That is what I call pure joy. Some people go through their lives enjoying things. Some people feel pure joy.

[@jharris8709]

By the end I was in tears. The courage it took this young man to overcome his anxiety. Congratulations to him and his family. Thank you for inspiring out children with Autism. I will be showing this to my two boys who also have autism. To remind them they can be anything they set their minds too. Loved this❤❤❤

[@coreymcdonald7745]

His presentation skills are incredible, and the way that he was just overjoyed with excitement at the end was just amazing. Well done Cillian!

[@An-Chliste]

From the moment he takes the stage, Cillian O’Connor commands your attention in the most inviting and welcoming fashion! Cillian O’Connor is extremely polite, eloquent and genuine! Cillian’s composure and self-expression are inviting and beyond his years! Cillian is brilliant and talented! Cillian represents his homeland in a fashion that brings immense pride for ALL Irish worldwide!

[@kujurabhash]

Seeing him happy is emotional. He deserved golden buzzer....

[@sasanapurimeenakumar5227]

He deserves a golden buzzer. God bless him. What a god gifted child he is.

[@emilylewcock2538]

So many novelties get the golden buzzer just for airtime.. this little love deserved the golden buzzer not even for his great magic - just for his pure determination. He was so proud of himself and was beautiful to watch.

[@kielmercado2127]

I am so happy , my heart is full of hope and understanding about how AUTISM becomes an ability, ability to inspire and touch the lives of others... This boy shows pure heart, God bless you...

[@briandougherty1552]

Was the Golden Buzzer broken on this night? I wanted to reach through the screen and press it for Cillian. No matter, he has captured the hearts of millions and have a very bright magical future! One more thing...I hope he gets to meet and work with David Copperfield, Criss Angel, The Sacred Riana and Shin Lim.

[@jamesr4276]

To be honest, he is quite talented, but I don’t think this was golden buzzer material. His act was good and the way he reacted was quite emotional but not golden buzzer. Now the other 13 year old who performed this season, singer Malachie, that was golden buzzer worthy. A magic act is just not the same as a voice that blows everyone away

[@briandougherty1552]

@@jamesr4276 You have your point of view and I have my point of view. Just remember that you don't need a golden buzzer to win and more importantly, you don't need to win this show to be successful.

[@dukewilliams7410]

His reaction to da crowd Givin him a standing ovation is wut got me, pure joy and I hope he continues his journey

[@jasonboyce6101]

One of the most emotional auditions I have ever seen. Such courage, talent, heart! What a beautiful moment for Cillian and what a privilege to share in his joy. Watching from Australia!

[@brentschantz2412]

This is one of the best auditions I’ve ever seen!! He is truly brilliant and wonderful! God’s blessings to him and looking forward to seeing more from him!

[@paulosdavids7558]

He was cheering himself and that is because it came right from his soul _ it shows how much spirit he has invested in all this and that is why everyone became emotional because he released the energy of his passion in the atmosphere, this was his faith from the foundation 🤸

[@monarchia]

omggg this is a golden buzzer moment 🎉

[@tituscaesar]

It is magical how magic changed his life. He has magic inside him. A natural predisposition to performing magic. The magic to move people with amazement. His jubilation at the end shows indeed how much this means to him but also it was a cry of victory over the autism. He transcended his autism in the most amazing way. I too was in tears at the end.

[@redfishbluetail]

You can't hide passion. His overflows. Enough to make a grown man cry. Chase your dreams young man. Your future is bright!

[@natesvideos7339]

Everything about that was brilliant! His stage presence, the music, the tricks!

[@snickpickle]

The only thing missing was the Golden Buzzer. But your comment was spot-on!

[@nanabish2388]

He’s too sweet and good for this world, pls protect this boy

[@HaileMecael]

That should have been a golden buzzer

[@frankgallego381]

What a special boy!

[@tenebos3378]

Not only did you make 1000's of people smile with your wonderful magic. You made 1000's of people cry with your reaction. Amazing young man. I know you are going to have an amazing future.

[@hans-juergenkettschau9970]

Look at his face when he's going to the final highlights of his audtion. Simply joy, happiness and proudness of doing a very well job in front of the judges. Congratulations young man for performing this extraoordinary performance. I wish you all the best...

[@leodegas7731]

You know Cillian is full of magic ✨ when he can make real tears appear in so many of our eyes days after he cast a spell on us.👍😊

[@julievanderleest]

He gave me tears too! He’s going places for sure. Such a sweetheart too.

[@snickpickle]

This comment right here! Magicians are supposed to make things *disappear*, right?

[@LizzNjagah]

I absolutely loved how Simon kept the joke going when he was asked to guess the number of jelly beans. This was such a good performance. This kid is destined for greatness.

[@popcorn1047]

What do you mean?

[@lol-tz4rm]

wdym

[@giovannisantostasi9615]

The lid printed the piece of paper with the number.

[@GodLeonel]

I love watching BGT, i'm from Venezuela and the different English accents help me to improve more my listening and speaking, i love to hear about people's stories that go to this amazing show. This little boy made me come to tears, he is truly talented, and loved the way he celebrated when saw the ovation he had, it really meant something for him! Sending all my love from Venezuela to him!

[@amronnormy1379]

❤🎉❤

[@robertevans4165]

I would have given this charming young Irish man a golden buzzer because I love the Irish 🇮🇪 always have because they like the Scots get on great with the Welsh 🏴󠁧󠁢󠁷󠁬󠁳󠁿🏴󠁧󠁢󠁷󠁬󠁳󠁿. Robert Bridgend

[@desammtn474]

This kid should have been given a Golden buzzer. He's very good

[@shedevi7446]

This little guy who is making me cry right now could win it

[@brendagarcia7220]

He is so cute and like he said autism is not a disability is a gift. The magic is in our "weaknesses" but we need to conquare it to show want make us unique and bonded to this wonderful world.

[@Ells.89]

My mum cried at the end! Lol

[@norabarry7694]

He deserves the golden buzzer, what an amazing young guy, talented, courageous, determined and awesome

[@caitym8679]

Was on a walk, saw this boy in his driveway, he gave us a little show of his magic, that was years ago, been following him on KZbin ever since, so proud even tho I met him once

[@caitym8679]

@@kamon4931 cillians magic

[@avrilpeters]

What a sweetheart he is and a brilliant little magician well done cillian good luck for the rest of the show🇮🇪

[@hollymason150]

Cillian, this is the best audition I’ve ever seen on Britains Got Talent. You are an amazing magician! I would have given you the golden buzzer! Really hope you make it to the live shows so I can vote for you to win! 🎉

[@robcosta4186]

Lol

[@deangawum]

Look at the way he shakes his hands and the facial expression of containment. That is the happiness of achievement when someone with disabilities feels worthy. I am really happy for this young man.

[@lifeofabeautygirl]

Absolutely wonderful 😊 I cried because I was so overwhelmed with happiness for you😊

[@Ss-tb1ru]

this act deserve GOLDEN BUZZER..😞

[@steam_jane5580]

You can tell how passionate he is, He has a talent for magic which shone bright. His celebration just goes to which shows how much this means to him. I hope he achieves all his magic dreams

[@Magic_Impossible]

Very cool magic

[@outlier369br]

This boy made me cry along with him. Your emotion entered my soul. Congratulations boy. Congratulations to the judges. It was a special show for all of us. I wish you much success in your life little big man! Hugs from Uncle Alcântara. 👏👏🐾

[@shakirabells6955]

im crying while watching this his magic is so flawless he deserve a golden buzzer amazing talent

[@RinSitumorang]

my God i love his beautiful soul. i'm crying

[@marcos7801]

When he cried, I cried. He's probably never received such a wonderful reception before that he was overwhelmed with tears of joy. I'm happy for him.

[@aaronwinstanley6721]

Not a dry eye in our house - loved it! 🥰

[@RBvlog16]

Amazing boy,, amazing talent.. I want this boy win,, and please let him visit Philippines I want to watch him perform

[@sinceresincere-th4dt]

I love this kid. So simple, so naïve, so polite. Good for you BRAVO.

[@colleen6304]

I think that what makes this young man -- magician!!! --- so refreshingly different from all of the others that came before him is his authenticity. His magic is coming from his heart and it shows. I hope he never loses that because it's his heart that sets him apart.

[@enchantro]

Thank you KZbin for these clips! We can’t see full episodes here in the States so these are fabulous!!🥰

[@MsTJPink]

He doesn't need support during his show, he needs it after, backstage, and during his life, this baby is amazing. support him!!!

[@BoldLion]

This boy is more brilliant then most professional ones! I mean just Outstanding!

[@concertmasterp]

I've rewatched this audition multiple times. Like everyone else it has me in tears, and I tried to figure out why. I think that Cillian has something veryspecial, JOPE - Joy plus Hope. If you look at Cillian's eyes you see the love he has for his craft and when he makes Simon smile, Cillian has a spark that shows he has reached his goal. Another Irish Teen magician was on AGT Champions. He also has the same aura that makes people smile and dream.

[@rmfalco6288]

The story telling, the music, his presentation, his charisma. Just great

[@enricotoloy]

Gosh! I couldn't hold back my tears for this kid. The applause alone meant a lot already to him. Then getting 4-yeses is an aboslute joy for him Bless this kid.

[@zuhanisthar]

I honestly think he deserves the golden buzzer ❤️🥺

[@m.forrestal5893]

I heard Cillian being interviewed on RTÉ Radio this afternoon from the Faroe Islands. He said his knees were shaking as he performed. A very modest, clear-thinking, thoughtful young man, mature beyond his years. The interview led me here! And I'm glad I took the trouble to look for it. A fantastic performance from a beautiful, talented young man. Touched me to tears. Thank you, Cillian, for being such a determined and talented sign of hope for yourself and others. God bless you!

[@MaMo_107]

What Simon said unbelievably talented , he was very happy after the audiences ovation , he knew that is a first victory for him and not the last one, absolutely talented

[@Brickcraft10]

Very good act 🇬🇧❤️🇮🇪

[@EpicMeerkat_]

His story touched me 😢 his magic was incredible it’s the way he took the audience and the judges in, it was mind blowing 👏🏻❤

[@ManjitSingh-wh3ny]

I've watched this a hundred times...Still gets me in bits....i believe he DEFO, should have got the golden buzzer.

[@ABU_3ID]

Great and wonderful.. I don't know why they restrict the golden buzzer to the performance of singers while other talents deserve it? so sad !

[@Shadow67892]

Wow he is fantastic well done I really enjoyed watching him on Britain got talent 👍👍🥇🥇🥇

[@AK8901]

He is amazing. I went from "they're only impressed cos he's a kid" to "wait how on earth did he do that?"

[@magpiethiefsilva3046]

What a little sweetheart and such a talented young man! I adore him, his parents must be soooo proud! Xx

[@nassejjemoureen7166]

He deserved a golden buzzer he was so wow.

[@bettycogswell9851]

What an amazing boy and so talented. Enjoyed every minute of it.

[@RheaDopmeijer]

he really deserved a golden buzzer, this golden child

[@hughjass1976]

Absolutely incredible

[@phantomslay5612]

Here’s the thing. I knew how he was doing a few of those tricks, but I love how he presented them. It really was like going on a journey.

[@DNZAS1979]

Love, love, love, what an amazing, incredible young man. My son 7, has Autism he dont like being around people has it causes him to panic.. You Killian are an inspiration to All children and adults with Autism. You have a very bright future a head of you.💙💙💙 well done 💙💙

[@FeAbbady]

Que Deus continue abençoando ele grandemente. Este menino tem um futuro enorme pela frente. É um pequeno grandissimo mágico ❤🇧🇷👏 chorei no final..

[@suzannegiglio2866]

Golden buzzer performance! He’s extremely talented.

[@philipmurphyIRL]

Good man Cillian, absolutely fantastic audition you've got the support of the whole of Ireland and I'm sure our good neighbours England too!! We are all behind you're astar in the making

[@erinmay3109]

The absolute beauty of the sparkle & joy in his eyes as he’d watch Simon’s reactions!!!❤️❤️❤️❤️

[@Meganmcdermot7989]

He was so good. And it meant so much to him when he got through.

[@chulumike]

😢 the boy deserve a golden buzzer

[@warisramos7706]

OMG I can't stop crying! This was really beautiful to watch!

[@athlone1975]

Well done young man. Ireland is proud of you.

[@notbuilt4onlyfans]

I can't believe a magician made me cry. That was amazing. Bravo.

[@marigoldmarigold1208]

I couldn't stop crying... So pure and innocent.... It reflects through his eyes... May God bless you with success in life

[@alistairrees81]

This had golden buzzer written all over it. Well done pal

[@kabayanzes]

He is more than deserves a Golden Buzzer than Malakai.. Unfortunately 😢 A HUGE Respect to this young boy 🎉 Perfection ✨️

[@hcpttt]

Incredible act