CHAT host Graham Norton has turned down the chance to be a judge on Britain’s Got Talent.
The star, 59, had been in advanced talks to replace David Walliams.
But the deal collapsed with auditions at the London Palladium weeks away.
A source said: “Bosses had their hearts set on Graham.
"He is so popular with viewers and would make a great addition.
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“Money was not the issue but, after some thought, Graham realised it was not a project he wanted to take on right now.”
Graham’s BBC1 show is in its 16th year.
He is a Virgin Radio DJ and writes novels.
Comedian David, 51, is quitting after ten years.
He recently apologised for foul-mouthed comments about contestants.
Producers could now sign another comic to join judges Simon Cowell, Amanda Holden and Alesha Dixon.
BGT said: “The line-up will be announced in due course.”
