Neneth Lyons, of Chelmsford, has performed since childhood and sings regularly at events across Essex.

Her 2015 X-Factor audition led to a standing ovation and subsequent profile boost.

Neneth’s daughter, Elizabeth, 12, appeared on the 2025 series of Britain’s Got Talent performing Let It Go.

She has gained a growing social media following and more than 200,000 YouTube views of the audition.

The youngster played Young Elsa in Frozen The Musical on the West End, which was later adapted for Disney+ and released back in June.

Discussing BGT whilst speaking exclusively to the Gazette, Elizabeth, said: “I liked every moment.

“At first I felt really nervous but as soon as I started singing I wasn’t and had an adrenaline rush.”

“It was loud in the theatre and they were cheering non-stop” added Neneth.

Utilising familial and cultural ties, they each sing at local Filipino festivals too.

Asked about their differences vocally, they agreed Neneth primarily focuses on pop while Elizabeth can best adapt to the versatility of different genres.

Neneth believes her daughter “has a brilliant recording voice and always improving stage presence.”

Elizabeth’s Frozen co-stars included West End sensation Samantha Barks, who played Elsa.

BBC talent show I’d Do Anything launched Samantha’s career and she won 2025’s The Masked Singer as Pufferfish.

“I recognised Samantha hitting the high notes, Elizabeth said.

Reminiscing about Frozen, she said: “Everyone was so kind, we grew into one big family.

“I’d never done filming before but then watching myself on TV, oh that’s me.”

Elizabeth continually develops triple threat skills (sing, act, dance) through training with a performing arts academy.

She said: “In this industry, being a triple threat is essential. The academy helps build my confidence for performing on stage.”

“She’s a very busy girl”, Neneth said when describing her seven classes.

Where would they each like to be in five year’s time?

Elizabeth said: “I’ll still be in school though hope to see myself in more films and musicals on the way to a professional career.”

“A stage Mum. I enjoy performing but also supporting Elizabeth in everything she’d like to do”, Neneth added.

Follow their careers on TikTok, Elizabeth Lyons Official or Neneth Lyons on Facebook.