Holden: 'Piers isn't qualified for Talent'

Amanda Holden has suggested that Piers Morgan is not suitably qualified to be a judge on ITV1 reality contest Britain's Got Talent.

The actress told thelondonpaper that as someone who has auditioned for roles in the past, she is uniquely placed on the panel to understand what the entrants are going through.

Holden said: "I've always said, out of the judges, I'm the only one who has auditioned for a panel or a crowd of people. When I see the contestants, I look at these people and I remember that feeling, having that dream.

"It's not like I'm sat there smugly saying, 'I know better'. It's just that I know because I've been there. Obviously Simon [Cowell] is very qualified but I'm not quite sure what Piers is doing there."

Regarding the possibility of being replaced by a younger woman on the show, she added: "I honestly would be completely gutted if the panel changed.

"I've had such a good run and I've enjoyed many aspects of it. I'd have to very nicely wish the next person the best of luck."