Dave Betton, 82, was a well-known singer in Blackpool and on the Fylde coast, and even performed on Britain's Got Talent with his son Dean View 3 Images Simon Cowell praised the singer (Image: Gilbert Flores, Variety via Getty Images)

A singer who received a special tribute from Simon Cowell while performing on Britain's Got Talent has died, ahed 82. Dave Betton performed on the show in 2020 alongside his son Dean, despite having retired from singing 10 years prior. ‌

The duo advanced to the later rounds of the competition after impressing the judges and receiving a standing ovation for their heartwarming performance of the classic 'That's Life'. ‌

Amanda Holden praised them, saying they "smashed it", while Simon Cowell commented on their act: "There are certain days

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