Sofia Vergara and Heidi Klum took a selfie together during a taping of AGT: Season 19. (Photo property of NBC)
By: Jacob Elyachar, jakes-take.com
The America’s Got Talent (AGT) Rulebook has been officially thrown out!
Last week, series creator Simon Cowell gave out TWO GOLDEN BUZZERS on one night. Now that Simon has done it, Howie Mandel, Heidi Klum, and Sofia Vergara are safe to do it too.
The AGT: Season 19 Judges Auditions continue. Did any of the remaining judges use their Golden Buzzer to award an act the opportunity to perform at the live shows? Who was buzzed out? Read out to find out!
Before we get into the recap, make sure that you check out my Top 30 Golden Buzzer moments of All-Time!
Once the audience was seated and Terry and the AGT judges made their entrances, it was time to start. Andrei Burton traveled from the UK to compete on the show. He started his act outside on Simon’s trailer outside and used his bike to make his way to the Pasadena Civic Auditorium stage. I loved his creativity, and the stunts were superb especially when he jumped from the balcony to the stage. Simon, Howie, and Heidi gave him a standing ovation, which Heidi called Andrei “exciting.” He received the first unanimous “Yes” of the evening.
After Terry told the audience about Simon pressing the Golden Buzzer twice, he revealed that Howie, Heidi, and Sofia will also be able to push the Golden Buzzer twice in the competition. After a brief Inside Out 2 promotion, Bboy Samuka took the stage. The Brazilian dancer was inspired to pursue dance after his leg was amputated. BBoy reminded me so much of Musa Motha, but he surpassed the BGT fan-favorite when he showcased his fiery moves without the crutches. He received the first four-judge standing ovation of the evening! Simon rated BBoy’s audition a 12 out of 10, and Sofia added that he was one of the best dancers she had ever seen. BBoy received 100 million yeses!
Siblings Jenna and Stuart Walker are known as the Reklaws. They lost their mother due to mental health struggles and wanted to make her proud with their audition. The Toronto, Canada duo sang an original song that dealt with all their battles over the past few years. They gave me the first set of goosebumps of the season, and Jenna and Stuart have a bright future in the country music world. Simon and Howie gave them a standing ovation, and Heidi said they deserved a spot in the competition. The Reklaws received the third unanimous “Yes” of the evening!
Aaron, aka Studmuffin Supreme, brought a loud fan club to the AGT Judges Auditions. Tonight, he decided to showcase his moves that earned him 18 million TikTok views. I loved how he worked for the crowd with his Chris Farley-esque dance moves, but he received an X from Simon, Sofia, and Howie. Sofia and Simon recommended that he incorporate more choreography. He received three Nos and a yes from Heidi.
Roni Sagi and Rhythm met Simon Cowell backstage. The duo is originally from Israel and is friends with Season 18 champs Adrian and Hurricane. They did a hypnotic routine to Sia’s “California Dreamin’,” and I was actually impressed. They received a four-judge standing ovation and Simon stated that Rhythm dances better than human dancers. The duo received 4,000 Yeses.
Quick change magic has returned to AGT’s forefront thanks to Season 16 Finalist Lea Kyle. Magician Solange Kardinaly hoped to continue the tradition when she auditioned for this season. Her routine to Madonna’s “Material Girl“ was filled with magic and quicksilver outfit changes that were incredibly mesmerizing! Solange received a four-judge standing ovation, and Howie declared her – “the best Quick Change Artist“ they have ever seen. Solange received four Yeses and advanced to the next round.
South African musical group Biko’s Manna received a standing ovation before they spoke to the judges. The trio performed “Don’t Worry, Be Happy,” and I got chills from this group. They remind me so much of Jake’s Take with Jacob Elyachar friends, The Curtis Family C-Notes. Their musicality, personality, and harmonies were superb. The trio received a standing ovation from all four judges and Howie predicted they could win the $1 million. They recieved 12,000 Yeses!
Argentinean dance group Legion auditioned for the show. In addition to pursuing a career in the entertainment industry, they also have regular jobs and hoped to use the money to open a dance studio. The last Malambo dance group I loved was Malevo, and I hope they are at the same level. I was impressed when they decided to light their feet on fire and dance. My jaw dropped with their fancy footwork and spectacular choreography. Legion put on a stunning show and received a massive standing ovation. I am so glad Sofia Vergara used one of her Golden Buzzers on them! They could take this to the Season 19 finale and Las Vegas.
BORAH The Witch made her AGT debut and nearly cursed the audience before being buzzed and received three “No’s.” Her spell worked as more uncanny acts stepped and received more red Xs. An invisible magician named Olive took a page from the Phantom’s pagebook and brought Sofia Vergara onto the stage. Olive pressed all four buzzers before she left.
Jelly Boy the Clown continued the evening’s spooky undertones. The Sulfork, New York native’s parents loved watching the show. He used a chainsaw to cut a watermelon with his mouth, put a tiki into his mouth, and breathed out fire. But he was not yet, as he put an electric rod down his throat and shocked himself. Sofia stated that his presentation was surprisingly good, and Simon called it a “very good strange audition.” He broke the Witch’s spell and received four Yeses!
63-year-old Randy Beams brought his nunchucks to his audition and quickly buzzed out. Comedian Jacob Hoffman also received the second set of four dreaded Red Xs. Oakland, California-based registered nurse Dee Dee Simon rounded out the night. She works in a prison. However, she is searching for a way to enter the spotlight. Her family was the only one who knew that Dee Dee was auditioning for the NBC reality talent competition. She tackled Jennifer Holliday and Jennifer Hudson’s iconic Dreamgirls anthem “And I’m Telling You I’m Not Going.” The performance reminded me so much of LaKisha Jones’s cover on American Idol: Season Six and Jake’s Take with Jacob Elyachar friend (and AGT: Season 13 semifinalist) Christina Wells’ first performance. Dee Dee knocked it out of the park and received a four-judge Standing Ovation. Sofia declared it “spectacular,” and Heidi proclaimed that Dee Dee is “one of the best singers they have this season.” Dee Dee received four “Yeses.”
Next week, the AGT: Season 19 Judges Auditions continue!
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