David Hasselhoff to be Britain's Got Talent judge

American actor David Hasselhoff has been lined up as the replacement for British entertainment mogul Simon Cowell on ITV1's talent search programme Britain's Got Talent, it has been stated.

The former Baywatch star, who is not unfamiliar with the role thanks to his previous appearance on the US version of the show could step in to replace Cowell in the next series, according to the Sun.

A source told the newspaper: "David was delighted to receive the call as he really enjoyed his time on America's Got Talent. He is popular in the UK and loves the country so for him it is a dream opportunity.

"You might say it's ironic Simon asked David to replace him after he was dropped in America. But they are great pals and David is really looking forward to the auditions."

Cowell is stepping back because he is expected to be tied up in the first series of the US version of his other talent search programme The X Factor, which he is exporting to the country.