America's Got Talent Season 20 Premiere Recap, Where to Watch Episode 2
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America's Got Talent Season 20 got off to an edge-of-your-seat start this week.
Here's what happened, who got those much-sought-after golden buzzers, and when you can catch the next AGT Season 20 show.
AGT's landmark 20th season sees long-term judges Simon Cowell, Howie Mandel and Sofía Vergara once again join much-loved host Terry Crews, now on his seventh consecutive season, as they seek to find the most talented person (or people) in the country.
One of the acts for America's Got Talent Season 20's premier
One of the acts for America's Got Talent Season 20's premier
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There's also the return of Mel B, who returns to the panel after a six-season hiatus, replacing Heidi Klum. Read on for the full rundown of what happened at the premiere of AGT Season 20, and when to watch the next episode.
America's Got Talent Season 20 Recap
Two acts got the golden buzzer on Tuesday night. The first was Light Wire, an immersive art group from Brazil. The project of two innovative brothers, Light Wire, comprised of dancers, dazzling visuals and a stunning light show.
Featuring exotic computer-generated animals like jaguars and snakes, boa constrictors, viewers were likening the performance to a South American Cirque Du Soleil.
Simon said, "Honest, I'm not just saying this," said Simon. "This was one of the most beautiful, stunning acts l've seen across all the Got Talents. You were so emotional, I don't know why you were so nervous."
The second act of the night to get the golden buzzer was Jourdan Blue. A
23-year-old New Orleans street performer, accompanied to AGT by his girlfriend and their baby son, Blue put his own soulful spin on Breakeven by The Script.
It didn't take long for Howie to smash his golden buzzer, singing the praises of his favourite act so far. "I'm in love with you," said Vergara, while Mel B called him "not only pitch perfect but everything thing perfect."
America's Got Talent Season 20 Release Date
AGT Season 20 premiered on NBC on Tuesday, May 27, 8/7c with a two-hour episode.
How to Watch America's Got Talent Season 20
New episodes of AGT Season 20 air Tuesdays at 8/7c on NBC and are available to stream the next day on Peacock. As for the popular live shows, these kick off Tuesday, August 19 at 8/7c on NBC. Results air on Wednesday nights at 8/7c.
Who Are the Judges for America's Got Talent Season 20?
Howie Mandel, Sofía Vergara, Simon Cowell, and Mel B are the judges for AGT Season 20. Together, they have over three decades of experience on the judging panel.
America's Got Talent Season 20 Trailer
Look below for the America's Got Talent Season 20 trailer, which contains a sizzle reel of everything that's coming up on the show. That includes comedy acts, dance extravaganzas, and a singer longtime show fans will recognise.
That's Jessica Sanchez, who was on the very first season of AGT, aged just ten. "What a huge blessing it is to be able to come back and chase after my dreams again after 20 years," Sanchez wrote on Instagram.
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