ITV Britain's Got Talent star celebrates milestone after six years away from spotlight

Britain's Got Talent icon Susan Boyle has shared an emotional update with her loyal fans, opening up about the trials she's faced after a lengthy break from the spotlight.

The much-loved Scottish singer, aged 64, captured hearts globally following her stunning rendition of I Dreamed A Dream from Les Miserables on the renowned ITV series in 2009.

Since her meteoric rise to fame, Susan has sold an impressive 25 million records, leaving an indelible imprint on the music world. Despite her immense success, recent years have seen Susan face considerable challenges.

The vocal powerhouse has previously been candid regarding her health concerns. In 2016, Susan disclosed her two-stone weight loss following her diagnosis with Type 2 diabetes and confessed: "I needed to stop eating sweeties and cakes. It's the bane of my life."

Adding to her struggles, Susan suffered a stroke in 2022, which demanded considerable strength to overcome.

Speaking out to What's on Scotland, Susan previously revealed: "It's taken me three years and it's been hard - I'm not going to pretend otherwise, but it's made me determined to keep going."

Susan has bravely taken steps towards regaining her vocal prowess and anticipates returning to actively pursue her passion for singing.

Excitement abounds among her faithful supporters as Susan continues to tease the release of fresh music soon, reports .

Susan has shared a poignant post on Instagram, revealing her emotional return to the recording studio after a six-year hiatus.

"Today was wonderful, emotional and everything in between. I made my return to the recording studio for the first time in six years, something I was told I might never achieve again," the caption read.

"But here we are, in my happy place! I want to thank my manager, Geraldine, for being my absolute rock through everything and for helping me get back to where I belong. A million thanks."

The post has garnered thousands of likes, with fans flocking to the comments section to express their delight at her musical comeback and improved health.

One fan wrote: "So happy for you Susan. Your voice is amazing. You are magical when you sing. Thank you for bringing your voice back into the world."

Other fans echoed the sentiment, with one saying: "We are very happy for your return. We have been waiting for years for your return."

Another fan joked: "About time! My withdrawals were getting too much! Can't wait!" while a fourth said: "Happy day indeed, for all of us who love and find comfort in your voice."

Susan's remarkable journey began over 15 years ago when she captivated audiences with her angelic voice on Britain's Got Talent, turning her audition into a viral sensation and sparking international acclaim.

Despite being widely tipped to clinch the top spot on the talent show and perform for royalty, she ended up as the runner-up, losing to dance crew Diversity in the finale.

Regardless of her extraordinary success, Susan has always remained down-to-earth. Her journey is one of the most triumphant tales to come out of the show, and fans are eagerly anticipating her musical comeback.

Since her ascent to stardom, it's estimated that Susan's career has earned her an impressive £22 million. She has released several albums over the years, all contributing to her immense success.

Her discography to date includes: I Dreamed a Dream (2009), The Gift (2010), Someone to Watch Over Me (2011), Standing Ovation: The Greatest Songs from the Stage (2012), Home for Christmas (2013), Hope (2014), A Wonderful World (2016) and her latest - Ten (2019).

Britain's Got Talent is available to stream on ITVX