BEIJING, July 22 (Xinhuanet) -- Susan Boyle, the Scottish star on "Britain's Got Talent," said sudden fame hit her like a "giant demolition ball."

    Boyle told NBC's Today show aired Wednesday that adjusting to her overnight celebrity has been difficult.

    When asked if she felt overwhelmed by fame, Boyle said: "It's a lot like a giant demolition ball," but was glad for the opportunity to have a professional singing career.

    Her first appearance on "Britain's Got Talent" earlier this year had millions of YouTube hits.

    After placing second on the TV competition, the former church volunteer was hospitalized for exhaustion.

    Her interview on the NBC morning show was taped in London last week.