Ant McPartlin's return to BGT is hailed by fans who praise Dec for "being by his side"

The British pair presents its two favorite TVs is back and everything is fine in the world, according to fans of Ant and Dec.

Ant McPartlin made his long-awaited return after a sabbatical year, after being arrested for driving while intoxicated and did not let a dry eye into the house, after going on stage with his TV partner Declan Donnelly, while auditions for Britain & # 39; s Got Talent began at London Palladium.

The head of the auditorium, Simon Cowell, told the audience before the hearings of the day: "I'd like to welcome you, Ant. We missed you. It's just not the same without you.

Referring to fellow judge David Walliams, he added, "Even if Dec was brilliant, it's just not the same thing. It would be like I was not with David. I would be happy but not so happy if it made sense.

"So you're back, we're back, we're a family,"

Ant, aged 43, was moved by saying to the public: "You missed me, I'm happy to be back," there was also a surge of love for him. Award-winning animator on social media.

The return of Ant was greeted by thousands of people, while fans of the presenter duo shared messages of support and admiration, with Dec being congratulated for "supporting" his troubled friend.

A fan tweeted: "Fantastic to see you again, Ant, take it one day at a time, and congratulations to Dec, a true friend, who stands by you!

Another accepted, tweeting: "Come back where you finally belong, take care of yourself and day after day, it's the way to go, waiting for you to be together on TV."

A third was thrilled by Ant's return: "Welcome again Ant … delighted with your back !! And I'm sure Dec is too much !!!"

Another fan sent this message of support: "I'm so glad you're back, a huge blow for you, Ant, but you understand, before and after."

This tweeter summed up the feeling: "Awesome and fantastic to see Ant and Revers together again with Dec. They obviously work very well together .. I'm glad he's back in the business where he belongs!"

The BGT team, composed of judges Alesha Dixon and Amanda Holden, auditioned six days in London and four in Manchester.

Simon started badly by leaving his car with the zipper of his open jeans.

He later encouraged Ant and Dec to return to the stage for an audition that included Maypole dancers. All the judges participated, with the exception of Simon.

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