Amanda Holden praises Scarlett Moffatt for boyfriend split

Amanda Holden has praised Scarlett Moffatt for splitting from her boyfriend Luke Crodden, insisting she's 'done the right thing' in a bid to boost her career.

The Britain's Got Talent star made the comments in an interview with Fabulous magazine, explaining that it's an important time in Scarlett's career and she needs to be single.

'She's hot property right now, so needs to be by herself,' Amanda said.

The 46 year old added: 'I can't wait to see her in her new told on Saturday night takeaway with Ant and Dec. You look after her, boys!'

According to The Sun the pair called it a day as the Gogglebox star needed to 'concentrate on her career.'

Scarlett and Luke reportedly split last month after a year of dating, with a source telling The Sun: 'Scarlett is sad about her break up with Luke but she really hopes they can remain friends.

Scarlett with Ant and Dec at the NTAs in January

'It's a positive thing that Scarlett's schedule is so busy at the moment as it will take her mind off the split.

'At the moment she needs to concentrate on her career. After all, she's got plenty of time to settle down in the future,' the source added.

Scarlett sparked rumours of a split when she posed on the red carpet with her dad at the National Television Awards in January, instead of boyfriend Luke.

Ahead of the ceremony in London, Scarlett tweeted: 'Got my date for the red carpet, my bestie, my dad.'

Amanda believes Scarlett should 'be by herself' while her career kicks off

After being crowned Queen Of The Jungle at the end of 2016, Scarlett's been inundated with job opportunities, including joining Ant and Dec for the new series of Saturday Night Takeaway as well as fronting a revamped version of dating show Streetmate.

She's also been encouraging fans everywhere to embark on a healthy eating and exercise regime after an incredible three stone weight loss.

We can't wait to see what the future has to offer for the Gogglebox star!