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Yahoo
08-08-2025
- Entertainment
- Yahoo
‘AGT' Fans Make Their Early Season 20 Winner Predictions Ahead of Live Shows
The America's Got Talent live shows kick off on Tuesday, August 19, at 8/7c, and fans are already making their predictions on who is going to walk away as the Season 20 champion on the September 24 finale. The NBC competition series wrapped up its final round of auditions on Tuesday (August 5), with judges Simon Cowell, Sofia Vergara, Mel B, and Howie Mandel, as well as host Terry Crews, selecting the top 44 acts who are advancing to the live shows. But as the competition heats up, who are viewers expecting to do well? According to the AGT Reddit forum, one of the most popular choices seems to be Jourdan Blue, a 23-year-old singer from New Orleans, Louisiana. Blue impressed in the first round of auditions with a stunning rendition of The Script's 'Breakeven,' earning Mandel's Golden Buzzer. Another popular pick is Jessica Sanchez, the 29-year-old singer from Chula Vista, California, who previously appeared on the show back in Season 1 when she was just 10 years old. During Season 1, Sanchez was eliminated before the semifinals but later returned for the Wild Card Show, though she was eliminated again. Sanchez was later the runner-up on American Idol Season 11. Sanchez is a top choice among fans after her spellbinding audition, where she performed Benson Boone's 'Beautiful Things,' winning Vergara's Golden Buzzer in the process. Are people just riding the wave of nostalgia, or will this young performer deliver an incredible comeback story? Sticking with singers, many fans are high on The Boykinz, a four-piece female vocal group from Belleville, Georgia. Made up of siblings Kylan, Anale, Nytere, and Alona Boykin, the group earned Crews' Golden Buzzer after their performance of their original song 'Fell In Love With A Cowboy.' It's not just musicians, though; a popular choice is yet another returning act. The Messoudi Brothers first appeared on Season 14 as an acrobat trio but were eliminated in the semifinals. The brothers returned for Season 20 as a juggling duo, performing a dangerous stunt with knives that led to Mel B hitting her Golden Buzzer. However, the Messoudi Brothers aren't the only juggling act in the competition. Austrian juggling group Jonglissimo is also a fan favourite, tipped by many to win. Their audition, which saw them perform a routine incorporating blacklight art, earned four Yeses from the judges. Another hot pick is the Brazilian light-up dance group LightWire, whose colorful audition featuring jungle animals and carnival dancers won them a first-class ticket to the live shows courtesy of Cowell's Golden Buzzer. Others think this could be the year of the comedian, with South Carolina native Shuler King proving to be a popular choice. King also earned four Yeses after performing a hilarious stand-up routine about his career as a funeral director. Who are your top picks to win? If you need a reminder of all 44 acts, check out our rundown of everything you need to know about the Season 20 Live Shows and sound off in the comments below. America's Got , Season 20, Tuesdays, 8/7c, NBC Solve the daily Crossword
The Sun
14-07-2025
- Entertainment
- The Sun
Huge Girls Aloud star reveals she's working on new girlband talent show after reunion
GIRLS Aloud star Kimberley Walsh hinted she's returning to our TV screens in the hunt to find the next best girlband. The pop star, who reunited for a special comeback tour last year in memory of late bandmate Sarah Harding, said she was blown away by the incredible fan reaction and believes the UK needs a new girl group. 7 7 Much loved singer Kimberley, 43, has now revealed that she' s keen for a new talent show to grace our screens, seven years after X Factor ended. Speaking exclusively to The Sun, Kimberley said: "I was chatting to a commissioner the other day and we were chatting about formats. "There is actually a guy that I knew from years and years ago that worked on our Pop Stars: The Rivals programme and we were saying that maybe it's time to create another show that would create a really amazing girl band." Kimberley, who found fame on Popstars: The Rivals in 2002, said she believes there is space for a new singing competition. "I feel like the reaction to us coming back was quite something and none of us really expected it to be quite so huge, which clearly shows people still love girl bands and there's a space for more," she said. "There's just not really any new bands coming out or we're not really seeing them in the mainstream anymore which is a shame I really nice for young boys and girls to have girl bands to aspire to." The Love Machine hitmaker said she'd love to be a panel member - but won't be channeling Simon Cowell 's energy. She shared: "I think I'd really enjoy something like that because it's mentoring and I've got a lot of knowledge over the years to give but equally there's a lot of responsibility there and I think I'd be really soft, I wouldn't want to say no to anybody. "I'd have to be the nurturing mother hen, I can't be doing any of the other roles." Last year Kimberley and bandmates Cheryl, 42, Nicola Roberts, 39, Nadine Coyle, 40, reunited for the first time in 11 years - for a special concert for Sarah Harding, after she passed away following a cancer battle in 2021. 'The reunion tour was amazing, I feel like we had that incredible moment and it was a way for us to obviously honour Sarah. That was our main focus and we massively achieved that I think," Kimberley said. "People really did feel they were able to celebrate her and that was really special for us. Who knows [if we will reunite], it's really hard to say right now it's not where we're at. "If you had asked me 10 years ago if we'd be doing a tour, last year I'd probably have said no - so you never know, do you. 'I definitely [feel like me and the girls are closer than ever now], we spent all that time last year together, back to like the old days, back to our kind of sisterhood and it's actually been so lovely to reconnect fully. "It was a really special time.' Meanwhile DIY enthusiast Kimberley has tapped into the demand and launched her latest paint colour in collaboration with home improvement retailer, Wickes - Blush Rose – available now for £14 per 2.5L pot. The pop beauty, who has previously taken part in some of the biggest TV reality shows - including Strictly Come Dancing, said she would jump at the chance to do one show in particular. She told us: "I've done a lot of the big shows that I would personally enjoy doing, just because for me, if I'm going to do a show like that it's got to be something that I'm really interested in and really into because it takes a lot of time and dedication. Strictly was amazing. "Nadine [Coyle] was amazing in the jungle - I did not in a million years think she'd be able to cope with it like that, she's terrified of her own shadow but she did so well. "I think for me the hardest thing is being away from the kids, I've got three kids, I think they'd find it really really tough. For me, it's not something I'd ever consider just because of the isolation element of it, being away, it's not the one." Kimberley then teased: "There are always new shows coming up, I think my ultimate is if they did an All Stars Strictly, I'd be like 'sign me up straight away' because I just loved it so much. Maybe they should do that." She took part on the dance show in 2012 and was partnered with Pasha Kovalev, where she finished as one of the runners-up, alongside Denise Van Outen, while Louis Smith won the competition. Elsewhere, Kimberley said she may even be eyeing up a DIY show like Stacey Solomon 's BBC show Sort Your Life Out. Taking all things DIY, Kimberley said: "My biggest renovation is my own home, it's a relatively big house to do yourself, I took on the challenge when we moved in 14 years ago and I was having a little break from Girls Aloud at the time. "I just bought the house and had nothing else to do and said 'i'm just going to do it myself'. "It was no mean feat, it was a big challenge to take on, big spaces. I think now that I've done so much of it, nothings really daunting to me now. I just find it actually really therapeutic to decorate and it's almost like my form of mindfulness to just switch off and have a DIY day or decorating day. "I get a real kick out of transforming a space and I just get it in my head that I want to revamp somewhere and there's no stopping me. I do absolutely love it - if you could find the right format that's not existing, for me I'd want to do something that's empowering people to stuff themselves a bit more, rather than me coming in and being like 'look, this is how I can change your space', just showing people the really small changes like repainting a room in a different colour can actually change how you feel in that space. "It would be fun to do a DIY show, they are addictive, people always want to see the finished version. "I've always loved DIY, I used to make interior mood board, I'm still more likely to spend money on the house than myself, that's my passion, that's my first love. "If I wasn't a singer, I always thought if I didn't make it as a singer, I'd be an interior designer, that's what I thought in my head, but now I get to merge both." The Something New singer has teamed up with Wickes to create her latest pain colour. The world has gone mad for all things pink this summer, with #pinkdecor sporting over 32k videos on TikTok as homeowners and renters alike play with pink in their homes. Kimberley said: 'I've always had a soft spot for dusty, vintage pinks - they're already a big part of my own home and so choosing this shade for my Wickes collection felt completely natural. "It's a colour that lifts the mood instantly, bringing little sparks of joy and a burst of energy to any space." 7 7 7 7
The Independent
01-07-2025
- Entertainment
- The Independent
Girl's fake permission slip is talent show winner
A young girl's unannounced talent show performance has gone viral on TikTok, accumulating over 9.8 million views. The girl independently signed herself up for the talent show without her sister's knowledge, as shared by user Ashley Kennedy. Her performance featured a series of somersaults and a cartwheel, set to a remixed song. Online viewers widely applauded her for her 'CEO-level confidence' and praised her stage presence. The viral clip prompted many social media users to share their own anecdotes of fearless childhood talent show acts.
Daily Mail
01-07-2025
- Entertainment
- Daily Mail
Liam Payne given heartbreaking tribute at the start of new Netflix series Building The Band which was filmed before his tragic death
Liam Payne is given a heartbreaking tribute at the start of new Netflix series Building The Band which was filmed before his tragic death. The singer will make a posthumous appearance as a judge in the talent show, filmed before he died aged 31 in October, after falling from a hotel balcony in Buenos Aires. The 10-part series will see talented singers vie for a chance to form the next great band, unseen in a similar vein to The Voice. Contestants will audition each other to form their own band while all sat in individual Love Is Blind-esque booths so they can't see each other. And joining Liam on the judging panel is Pussycat Dolls' Nicole Scherzinger and Destiny's Child star Kelly Rowland, while Backstreet Boys' AJ McLean will host. Before the competition starts, show host AJ appears on screen with the tribute. AJ says: 'When we came together to film Building The Band, we never imagined we'd soon be saying goodbye to our friend, Liam Payne. 'Liam is a guest judge in later episodes and through his presence we see his deep love for music and his unwavering commitment to helping others find their voice. 'It is through that spirit that we dedicate this series to Liam and his family.' Liam will only appear from episode seven onwards, alongside fellow guest judge Kelly Rowland. The show's first four episodes will launch on July 9, with new episodes set to roll out every Wednesday over the course of 10 episodes. 'Building the Band brings together talented singers for a truly unique competition show where building the perfect band is all about chemistry,' the show's official synopsis reads. 'The singers are in complete control as they seek to form their very own bands in individual "booths" without ever seeing each other. 'All they have to go on is musical compatibility, connection, chemistry and merit. What will happen when the bands finally meet, and looks, choreography, and style come into play? 'With incredible performances, compelling drama, and one big goal — to find the next great music band —t he stage is set for an unforgettable experience.' The celebrity mentors will bring their 'unparalleled expertise and personal band experience to the competition'. Netflix finished filming the show prior to Liam's sudden death and has since confirmed that his family reviewed the series and is supportive of his inclusion. Last month, a source told The Sun that his family were shown the entire series in advance and have 'given it their blessing' before adding that Netflix worked 'very closely' with Liam's family to ensure the tone of the final cut was right. They said: 'Liam was on great form at filming so everyone's pleased fans will get to see the 'real' him one last time. It will be bittersweet when the show is released. 'Netflix have gone out of their way to make sure his family are happy. Producers sent them the footage so they are fully aware of what to expect and they have given it their blessing.' In January, Liam's cause of death was officially ruled as 'polytrauma' - a term used to describe multiple traumatic injuries sustained by the body. He had a blood alcohol concentration (BAC) of 'up to 2.7 grams per litre in his blood', according to the National Criminal and Correctional Prosecutor's Office No. 14. This is more than three times the legal driving limit in England and Wales, which is 0.08, meaning he would have been severely impaired in the moments before his fatal fall. A BAC of 2.7 grams per liter (0.27%) is extremely high, with medical experts warning that such levels can lead to confusion, disorientation, and dizziness. According to a BAC above 0.3% can result in alcohol poisoning, and anything above 0.4% could be fatal. In addition to alcohol, the toxicology report found traces of several substances in Liam's system, including 'cocaine metabolites, methylecgonine, benzoylecgomine, cocaethylene, and the antidepressant sertraline,' which is often prescribed for anxiety and depression.
The Sun
25-06-2025
- Entertainment
- The Sun
Liam Payne's heartbroken sister Ruth pays emotional tribute to him after watching his new Netflix show Building The Band
LIAM Payne's heartbroken sister Ruth has paid an emotional tribute to her brother after watching his new Netflix show, Building The Band. Yesterday, the trailer for the late One Direction star's final TV project as a talent show judge was released, after his family gave permission for the series to go ahead. 6 6 6 6 The programme was filmed just months before the singer's death at the age of 31 last October. Liam 's family gave Netflix permission to go ahead with the series — which will be available to stream from July 9 — and were given final sign-off on how he appeared in the show. The star's sister Ruth, 33, has watched Building The Band ahead of it's release, and took to Instagram to share how "proud" she is of her beloved brother. Sharing a heartfelt tribute, the star's big sis said: "I didn't know whether to share this but it felt weird when I've raved about Liam's work and achievements for the last 15 years. "I'm heartbroken he never got to see how great he is in this show. "He knew he had done a good job, we all told him this when we were at filming, but watching it back, wow! Continuing the emotional message, Ruth said: "You're a star Liam, you always were and always will be. "There are a range of emotions I felt watching this, but one of the main ones is immeasurable pride. always." Liam's grieving sister ended the post with: "Miss you more every day." LIAM'S LAST SHOW Liam filmed Netflix's Building The Band last August. In the new trailer for the talent show series, the singer is seen giving tips to young singing hopefuls, much like he had been. In one clip he tells them: 'You've got a lot of work to do vocally — I need to feel that connection between you guys.' In another scene he is seen seemingly referring to his own One Direction past when he comments on the process they go through on Building The Band. He is heard saying: 'How these bands are put together is not normal — we were not put together that way.' 6 Liam is one of three judges and mentors on the programme. The show also features singers Kelly Rowland and Nicole Scherzinger as judges and Backstreet Boys star AJ McLean as the host. It brings together 50 musicians who have to form six bands, without ever seeing each other in person. They perform in individual booths and have to pick one another based on singing ability and compatibility alone. They have to form groups, who then compete against each other with the three judges watching. It shares similarities to how Liam's band One Direction were formed on The X Factor in 2010. Liam filmed his scenes in the show in August just two months before he fell to his death from a third-floor hotel balcony in Buenos Aires, Argentina. 6
