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Matty Juniosa
Born (1998-07-13) July 13, 1998 (age 28)
Mandaluyong, Metro Manila, Philippines
EducationDLSU-Manila (BA International Studies)
Royal Conservatoire of Scotland (BFA Musical Theatre)
Occupations
  • Singer
  • musical theatre actor
Years active2019–present
Musical career
Genres
InstrumentVocals
LabelStarPop (ABS-CBN Music)

Matty Juniosa (born July 13, 1998) is a Filipino singer and musical theatre actor. He first rose to prominence as a Top 12 finalist on the inaugural season of Idol Philippines in 2019. Following the competition, he became a member of the all-male vocal trio iDolls alongside fellow contestants Lucas Garcia and Enzo Almario, which was active from 2019 to 2022.

In 2022, Juniosa relocated to Glasgow, Scotland, to pursue a BFA in Musical Theatre at the Royal Conservatoire of Scotland on a partial scholarship. He has since built a career in theatre, performing in productions at the Edinburgh Festival Fringe and on the West End. In 2026, he gained international recognition after receiving the Golden Buzzer from Simon Cowell on Series 19 of Britain's Got Talent for his rendition of Prince's "Purple Rain", ultimately finishing in fourth place in the competition.[1] He subsequently joined the cast of Jesus Christ Superstar at The London Palladium, playing the role of Annas.[2]

Early life and education

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Juniosa was born on July 13, 1998, and grew up in Mandaluyong City, Metro Manila, Philippines.[3] He developed a passion for music and singing at an early age. He graduated from De La Salle University–Manila with a degree in International Studies, majoring in American Studies.[4] He also trained in musical theatre under the PETA and ATEG.[5]

In 2022, Juniosa relocated to Glasgow, Scotland, after receiving a partial scholarship to study Musical Theatre at the Royal Conservatoire of Scotland.[6] While studying, he worked part-time as a waiter in Glasgow.[6]

Career

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2019: Idol Philippines

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In 2019, Juniosa competed in the first season of Idol Philippines on ABS-CBN, where he advanced to the Top 12 before being eliminated.[4]

2019–2022: iDolls

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After the conclusion of Idol Philippines, Juniosa was grouped with fellow contestants Lucas Garcia (the season's runner-up) and Enzo Almario (a Top 20 finalist) by ABS-CBN to form the all-male vocal trio iDolls.[4] The group released several singles under StarPop and became regular performers on ASAP Natin 'To. In 2021, the iDolls competed as a group in the third season of Your Face Sounds Familiar on ABS-CBN, where they finished in fourth place.[4]

The iDolls also recorded the song "Hinog Na Ang Mundo," which served as the original soundtrack for the BL series Love Beneath the Stars. Their song "Kapangyarihan" was featured as the finale lip-sync song in the second season of Drag Race Philippines (2023), and was also included in the soundtrack of Drag You & Me, a 2023 iWantTFC digital series.

The iDolls disbanded in September 2022, prompted by Juniosa's decision to relocate to the United Kingdom to pursue his studies.[7]

2022–2025: Theatre career

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After moving to Glasgow, Juniosa built a career in musical theatre while completing his studies at the Royal Conservatoire of Scotland. In 2024, he performed at the Edinburgh Festival Fringe, portraying Lola in Kinky Boots and Clopin in The Hunchback of Notre Dame.[6] He also appeared in the Royal Conservatoire of Scotland's 2024 production of She Loves Me.[8]

In 2025, Juniosa portrayed Mitch Mahoney in The 25th Annual Putnam County Spelling Bee, Hanschen Rillow in Spring Awakening, and Sonja in Oscar at the Crown, which was his professional theatre debut.[8][9] In January 2026, he played Muzha in the musical Ne Zha.[6]

2026: Britain's Got Talent

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In March 2026, Juniosa auditioned for Series 19 of Britain's Got Talent with a rendition of Prince's "Purple Rain".[10] His performance earned a standing ovation from the audience and all four judges — Simon Cowell, Amanda Holden, Alesha Dixon, and KSI — and Cowell pressed his Golden Buzzer, sending Juniosa directly to the semi-finals. KSI remarked that Juniosa "became a superstar" the moment he took the microphone, while Cowell described it as the biggest audience reaction of the series.[10][11] The audition clip garnered over 3.6 million views on YouTube within two days.[10]

In the semi-finals, Juniosa performed Aerosmith's "Dream On" accompanied by a gospel choir, which earned him a second Golden Buzzer from Amanda Holden, sending him directly to the grand final.[12][13]

In the grand final on May 30, 2026, he performed Sinéad O'Connor's "Nothing Compares 2 U" on a specially designed M-shaped stage, accompanied by a gospel choir, and received a standing ovation from all four judges. Alesha Dixon remarked, "You finished it off in style. First-class vocal. It's as good as it gets." Amanda Holden called it "perfection," while Cowell said, "I think we've all fallen in love with you from the minute we first met you."[11][14] Juniosa finished in fourth place with 9.16% of the public vote, just 0.12 percentage points behind third-place finishers Anastasiia and Salsa. The Hawkstone Farmers Choir won the competition with 28.72% of the vote.[1][15][16] Juniosa was the highest-placing solo singer of the season.[17]

2026: West End and Olivier Awards

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Following Britain's Got Talent, Juniosa was cast as Annas in the West End production of Jesus Christ Superstar at The London Palladium, alongside Sam Ryder as Jesus and Tyrone Huntley as Judas. The production, directed by Timothy Sheader, was scheduled to run from June 20 to September 5, 2026.[2][18][9]

On April 12, 2026, Juniosa attended the Olivier Awards 2026 at the Royal Albert Hall in London, wearing a traditional Filipino barong tagalog.[3]

Personal life

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Juniosa is openly gay.[5] He currently resides in Glasgow, Scotland.[6] After finishing fourth on Britain's Got Talent, he joked on Instagram: "Me knowing I placed 4th on BGT, which is Beyoncé's birthday, and I'm very proud of that."[16]

Performances on Britain's Got Talent

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StageSongOriginal artistResult
Audition"Purple Rain"PrinceGolden Buzzer (Simon Cowell)
Semi-final"Dream On"AerosmithGolden Buzzer (Amanda Holden)
Final"Nothing Compares 2 U"Sinéad O'Connor4th place (9.16%)

Stage credits

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YearProductionRoleVenue/Festival
2024She Loves MeEnsembleRoyal Conservatoire of Scotland
2024Kinky BootsLolaEdinburgh Festival Fringe
2024The Hunchback of Notre DameClopinEdinburgh Festival Fringe
2025The 25th Annual Putnam County Spelling BeeMitch Mahoney
2025Spring AwakeningHanschen Rillow
2025Oscar at the CrownSonjaProfessional theatre debut
2026Ne ZhaMuzha
2026Jesus Christ SuperstarAnnasThe London Palladium (West End)

Television

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YearTitleRoleNetworkNotes
2019Idol PhilippinesHimself (contestant)ABS-CBNTop 12
2020Your MomentHimself (online host)ABS-CBNOnline host
2020–2022ASAP Natin 'ToHimself (as part of iDolls)ABS-CBNRegular performer
2021Your Face Sounds Familiar (Season 3)Himself (contestant, as part of iDolls)ABS-CBN4th place
2022Idol Philippines (Season 2)Himself (online host)ABS-CBNOnline host
2022Run to MeKimbaABS-CBNMini series
2026Britain's Got Talent (Series 19)Himself (contestant)ITV4th place; two Golden Buzzers

Discography

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Soundtrack appearances (as part of iDolls)

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YearTitleUsed in
2021"Hinog Na Ang Mundo"Love Beneath the Stars (original soundtrack)
2021"Kapangyarihan"Drag Race Philippines Season 2 (2023, finale lip-sync song); Drag You & Me (iWantTFC, 2023)

Events

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DateEventVenueNotes
April 12, 2026Olivier Awards 2026Royal Albert Hall, LondonAttended wearing barong tagalog

References

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  1. 1 2 "Matty Juniosa ends 'Britain's Got Talent' stint with 4th place finish". The Philippine Star. May 31, 2026.
  2. 1 2 "Matty Juniosa joins cast of West End's 'Jesus Christ Superstar'". Inquirer Entertainment. May 6, 2026.
  3. 1 2 "Who Is Matty Juniosa? 5 Things About the Singer Who Got the BGT Golden Buzzer". Preview. March 29, 2026.
  4. 1 2 3 4 "Matty Juniosa, Kristel Herrera: Filipino singers dominating 'Britain's Got Talent'". Rappler. April 8, 2026.
  5. 1 2 "Filipino singer Matty Juniosa electrifies Britain's Got Talent". PEP.ph. March 29, 2026.
  6. 1 2 3 4 5 "Meet Matty Juniosa, the Filipino singer making waves at 'Britain's Got Talent'". GMA News Online. March 30, 2026.
  7. ↑ "Here's why the iDolls are disbanding". Manila Bulletin. September 10, 2022.
  8. 1 2 "Who is Matty Juniosa, the Filipino who got a golden buzzer on 'Britain's Got Talent' Season 19?". PhilSTAR Life.
  9. 1 2 "Matty Juniosa cast in West End's Jesus Christ Superstar". Sun.Star. May 7, 2026.
  10. 1 2 3 "Filipino singer Matty Juniosa's Golden Buzzer win stokes #SEAblings' Southeast Asian pride". South China Morning Post. March 31, 2026.
  11. 1 2 "Matty Juniosa finishes 4th in 'Britain's Got Talent'". PhilSTAR Life. May 31, 2026.
  12. ↑ "Matty Juniosa advances to 'Britain's Got Talent' final after second golden buzzer". The Manila Times. April 27, 2026.
  13. ↑ "Matty Juniosa secures finals spot on Britain's Got Talent with second golden buzzer". GMA Entertainment. April 2026.
  14. ↑ "Matty Juniosa finishes 4th on 'Britain's Got Talent' after double golden buzzer run". Radar. June 2, 2026.
  15. ↑ "Filipino singer Matty Juniosa finishes fourth in 'Britain's Got Talent' final". Asian Journal. June 6, 2026.
  16. 1 2 "Matty Juniosa finishes fourth in 'Britain's Got Talent' finale". Daily Tribune. May 31, 2026.
  17. ↑ "Matty Juniosa Shines On Britain's Got Talent Proving The Real Victory Happens After The Show". The Music Man. June 1, 2026.
  18. ↑ "From 'BGT' to West End: Matty Juniosa cast in 'Jesus Christ Superstar'". Manila Bulletin. May 1, 2026.
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