George Sampson Guarded by Three SAS Men

Britain's Got Talent winner George Sampson is getting mobbed by fans so often -- the show's boss, Simon Cowell, has agreed to hire three SAS guards to protect the teenage star.

The 14-year-old -- who earlier this month won the ITV talent show's £100,000 prize money as well as a slot at the Royal Variety Performance, and is currently halfway through the show's national tour -- is attracting so much attention from fans eager to catch a glimpse of him, Cowell has ordered in protection at the cost of £15,000 per-week.

A source tells British newspaper The Sun, "There has been absolute pandemonium surrounding George throughout the tour.

"There are serious concerns for George's safety.

"When Simon heard what was happening, he didn't hesitate in hiring costly muscle to make sure he remains safe at all times."