Susan Boyle is a Scottish woman who shocked the judges and audience on the third season premiere of the reality series Britain's Got Talent, becoming a worldwide phenomenon on both TV and the Internet.

Boyle reportedly missed another performance on June 18, 2009, her second miss on the Britain's Got Talent tour. She was scheduled to sing in Liverpool, but according to her rep, she "had a rest day."(June 19, 2009)

On May 30, 2009, Boyle lost the Britain's Got Talent competition to the dance group Diversity. Despite reports of a thin skin, Boyle graciously ceded the honor, saying of Diversity, "The best people won—they're very entertaining." For her final performance on the program, Boyle reprised the version of Les Miserables' "I Dreamed a Dream" that first gained her international attention.Los Angeles Times: Susan Boyle loses in 'Britain's Got Talent' finale (May 30, 2009)

Susan Boyle appeared very nondescript when she first walked onto the stage on Britain's Got Talent in 2009. Boyle had no stage presence and was dressed in a plain clothes that lacked the style of celebrity-wannabes. However, once she began to sing, the audience were immediately on their feet and the judges expressed their awe of her beautiful voice. Boyle has continued on in the upcoming rounds of Britain's Got Talent and will sing "Whistle Down the Wind" in one of her subsequent performances on the series.ThePeople.co.uk: Virgin Susan: "I'll Date Piers" (April 12, 2009)

While on the show, Susan Boyle told the judges she would like to become as famous as Elaine Paige. In response, Paige offered to record a duet with Boyle and is offering her support throughout the process of the competition.BBC: Paige Salutes Talent Star Boyle (April 19, 2009)

On May 23, 2009, Boyle gave her second performance on Britain's Got Talent, delivering a performance less perfect than the one that rocketed her to stardom. Though she made several mistakes in the song "Memory" from the musical Cats, Boyle still received a standing ovation from the audition and was chosen to progress in the competition.CNET: Susan Boyle falters, clutches stomach... (May 24, 2009)

On Sunday, May 31, 2009, Boyle was escorted by police at the request of her doctor to a private clinic, The Priory Clinic. Boyle was reportedly "exhausted and emotionally drained" following her defeat on "Britain's Got Talent." Her doctor has advised her to take a few days off for rest and recovery.CNN: Exhausted Boyle 'checks into clinic' (June 1, 2009)

Boyle reportedly "lost her cool" when confronted by journalists at a hotel in London on May 28, 2009. According to reports, Boyle swore at the journalists before storming out of the hotel to seek assistance from local police.Los Angeles Times: ...Susan Boyle... Loses Her Cool Before UK Talent Show After this, and other incidents, Boyle was moved to a "safe house," where she can escape the pressure of tabloids and reporters constantly wanting to speak with her.People: Susan Boyle Goes into Hiding (May 29, 2009)

On May 15, 2009, CNN Wire reported that a spokesman for Andrew Lloyd Webber said he is a huge admirer of Boyle's talent and there may be a role in an upcoming musical for her. Rumor has it that Webber bumped into Simon Cowell, producer behind Britian's Got Talent, and discussed about her future possibilities. No offer has been made yet but Webber claims "She's got a great future."CNN Wire: Andrew Lloyd Webber eyes future role for Susan Boyle (May 15, 2009)

On May 10, 2009, British tabloid News of the World reported that Boyle turned down an invitation to attend the White House Correspondents' Dinner—the annual charity roast headlined in 2009 by President Barack Obama. Although the World claimed Boyle was "too nervous" to attend the event and meet Obama, the show rules forbid any contestants from going overseas until the show is completed.Access Hollywood: Susan Boyle Had To Turn Down Obama Dinner Invite (May 11, 2009) News of the World: Boyle would rather be in Blackburn than with Barack (May 10, 2009)

Shortly after her first audition aired Boyle was asked about possibly getting a makeover. She responded, "I know what they were thinking but why should it matter as long as I can sing? It's not a beauty contest." She later admitted to considering a makeover, but at a later date. A representative of Britain's Got Talent made a statement saying they would give her a makeover for the show, but keep Simon Cowell far away from the process.Times Online: She who laughs last - songstress Susan Boyle (April 19) In Touch Weekly: Exclusive: Susan Boyle is getting a makeover! (April 17, 2009)

On April 24, 2009, Boyle's new makeover was revealed. Photos showed the singing sensation dressed in designer clothing, including a Burberry scarf and a black leather jacket. Boyle's hair had been dyed brown.The Huffington Post: Susan Boyle Makeover: She Dyes Hair, Wears Designer Clothes

Boyle appeared on Larry King Live on April 17, 2009, saying she has no intention of changing her plain, unadorned style. She sang "My Heart Will Go On" from the movie Titanic.Entertainment Weekly: Susan Boyle on 'Larry King Live': Did you watch? (April 18, 2009)

On April 16, 2009, Scottish newspaper The Daily Record discovered a lost recording of Boyle singing "Cry Me a River". She reported the recording was done for a charity CD partly funded by Whitburn Community Council in West Lothian and only released 1,000 copies. The nQuisitr: Susan Boyle Cry Me A River (April 16, 2009) Times Online: Susan Boyle recording of Cry Me A River uncovered (April 17, 2009)

Broadway legend Patti LuPone spoke with Boyle during the April 16, 2009 episode of CBS's Morning Show. LuPone called to praise Boyle's rendition of technically difficult song, "I Dreamed a Dream". LuPone had originated the performance of the Les Miserables song.Zap2it: Susan Boyle Talks with Patti LuPone (April 16, 2009)

Susan Boyle began singing at the age of five to comfort herself after being bullied by schoolyard children. Boyle still lives in the same town she grew up in, and is constantly surrounded by the people that bullied her as a child. She's proud to have had a successful audition on Britain's Got Talent, as it comforts her that she was able to rise above and move beyond her childhood trouble, but admits that the taunting she receives still bothers her. Boyle auditioned for Britain's Got Talent to fulfill a wish made by her mother, who passed away in 2007.Mirror.co.uk: Singing Sensation Susan Sang to Escape the Bullies (April 12, 2009)

Onlooker Irene Carter noticed Boyle acting strangely during the finals of Britain's Got Talent, stating that Boyle "constantly talked to herself" and told people that she was talking to her friend. Carter also said that Boyle would borrow her daughter's cell phone and leave messages for her cat, Pebbles, several times a day. Boyle was admitted to the Priory clinic in London following her defeat on the show.National Ledger: Susan Boyle Learning Disability (June 2, 2009)