Chesterfield teen wins CBBC talent show 'Got What it Takes?' after wowing judges

Georgie Mills, 14, was crowned winner of What it Takes?’ after a memorable performance in the final.

The teen singing sensation wowed the judges with renditions of ‘Higher Love’ by Whitney and Kygo and ‘Say Something’ by Christina Aguilera.

As reward for winning the national competition, the Outwood Academy Newbold student will now perform at BBC Radio One’s Big Weekend this May, in Dundee. Georgie will share the same stage as global megastars Harry Styles, Dua Lipa, Camila Cabello, Calvin Harris and Biffy Clyro.

Year nine student Georgie, who lives in Newbold Village, said: “I am so excited to be performing at Radio One’s Big Weekend. There are some incredible musicians playing there and to be performing on the same stage as them is just out of this world.

“I was really happy to just be selected to take part in ‘Got What It Takes?’ but to win it has really put me in dreamland. I still don’t quite believe it. It’s just amazing and I am so happy.

“I would like to say a huge thank you to all those people who have voted for me and helped me. Throughout the show, at school and around the community, it has been absolutely amazing to see people supporting me.

“I have loved singing and performing for as long as I can remember and I am thankful to my family, friends and teachers for their support in helping me pursue my dream.”

Georgie’s performances throughout the show saw her praised by the judges on the show, who in a twist are the parents, or family members, of the acts. During the series, Georgie also won the sing-off once.

Following the show’s semi-final, a public vote was held with the top three acts going through to the final, filmed at the BBC at Media City.

Jo and Andy Mills, Georgie’s parents, said: “We are so thankful to all those who voted and have supported Georgie.

“We are just unbelievably proud of her and what she has achieved. She is always singing at home, no matter what she is doing, and it is incredible to see her doing so well at something she loves.”