At the Britain’s Got Talent tryouts, Simon Cowell played a classic prank on hosts Ant & Dec with a wild custard pie trick. Comedian Dave Bibby devised the prank, which involved an unexpected custard pie attack, leaving the popular presenters covered in sticky muck.

As the pie flew and hilarity erupted, the backstage mayhem provided a humorous interlude amid the tryouts. Cowell’s clever stunt gave an extra dimension of pleasure to the performance, displaying his playful side and serving as a humorous highlight for the crowd.

Ant & Dec, famed for their quick wit and sense of humor, accepted the prank in stride, making the situation even more hilarious. The custard pie mess became a season highlight, illustrating that even in the high-stakes world of talent competitions, there’s always time for a little fun.