The “AGT” Finale is upon us, as we have arrived at the final performances on “America’s Got Talent” season 20. Tonight on NBC, we will watch the Top 10 finalists perform for the “AGT” judges — Howie Mandel, Melanie “Mel B” Brown, Simon Cowell, and Sofia Vergara — and for America’s votes for a chance to be named the winner of “America’s Got Talent” 2025.
Final Performances on ‘AGT’ Season 20
The Top 10 acts have made it through their auditions, Quarterfinals, and Semifinals performances. Some of them even skipped those rounds thanks to this season’s Golden Buzzer moments. Now, they are one night away from one of them being named the winner of “America’s Got Talent” season 20.
These acts will be performing for your votes tonight, as voting for tonight’s performances will start early at 6 p.m. ET. Voting will then close at 7 a.m. ET on Wednesday morning.
It’s an exciting week, as the “America’s Got Talent” finale takes over NBC. Watch tonight’s performances with us during our live recap below!
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Biggest Night of the Year
After a look at the Top 10 acts for this season, we now have the judges in place, and Terry Crews takes his spot on the stage. You ready for this Finals Performance night on “AGT” 2025?
Some words from the judges, and then it’s time to look back at season 20 before getting a start on tonight’s performances.
Jessica Sanchez on ‘America’s Got Talent’ 2025
We are starting the night with Jessica Sanchez. She talks about her first time on the show and then struggling in the industry, even though she did finish as runner-up on season 11 of “American Idol.” Jessica said she even quit the industry for a while.
For her performance, she takes on “Die With a Smile” by Bruno Mars and Lady Gaga. This was a very solid performance. She has a very strong voice and a great range. This showed that off for her, and I liked it. She gets a standing ovation from the judges!
Judges’ Feedback: Sofia said it’s like it’s perfection, and she looks like a pregnant angel. Mel B said every time she sings, she brings us more and more into her world. Howie said so far, this is the best act of the night. Simon said he felt like that was an extra 10% for her tonight.
LightWire
They wanted to come to “AGT” to show the world their art and their talent. I have been impressed, but they did experience some issues during the last performance. One of the dancers didn’t light up, so they are excited to make it through and bring a new performance tonight.
I have said this many, many times this season, but LightWire just reminds me of a show you would see in Vegas…and pay good money for! The lights and music, and production are just outstanding. This is so fun to watch and so cool to see it play out on stage. Another standing ovation from the judges on “America’s Got Talent” season 20.
Judges’ Feedback: Simon said genuinely, he got quite emotional watching that. Their message is so beautiful, and that deserves to win. Sofia said this is their best act today. Mel B said it was similar to last week, but she doesn’t mind that. What they do is complex and out of this world.
Mama Duke on ‘America’s Got Talent’ Season 20
Mama Duke said she grew up and never fit in. She said sometimes she needs that extra permission to be who she is. Getting that Golden Buzzer from Mel B was a full-circle moment for her. She is giving us an original song tonight, which she has written and rewritten 100 times.
To be honest, I was a huge fan after the audition. However, her Quarterfinals didn’t win me over that much. Well, Mama Duke is back for me. This was a very good song and catchy. I liked the sound of it, and she was having fun with it, which I enjoy.
Judges’ Feedback: Mel B said she could literally listen to her all day long. She is real and she is honest and adores her heart and soul and her realness. Howie said she is incredibly authentic and likable. Sofia said she loves that she is so unique and her creativity. Simon said he really likes her a lot and he has a lot of respect for her.
Sirca Marea
They travel a lot for their act. They have worked for many years to make it, so now they are emotional to be here at the “AGT” finale. This is a very dangerous act, but their emotions are running high.
Sirca Marea is such an intense act. The stunts they do up in the air with nothing underneath them are amazing. The trust they have in each other is amazing. They brought the blindfolds out again, and it’s just stunning what they do, but so nerve-racking!
Judges’ Feedback: Howie said it’s so graceful and so dangerous, but a little repetitive. Mel B said that it was seamless. Sofia said that it was breathtaking, and it gets better and better. Simon said they don’t have much of a story, and for them, it’s just about the talent, and that was genuinely the best he has seen.
Micah Palace
He said he’s never had a place to fit in since his music is both Spanish and English. He read a beautiful letter from his mother, who kept him going when things didn’t look good for him.
This is definitely like Pitbull taking the stage tonight. He has a very similar sound to him, but this was definitely a party up on that stage. So much action and excitement, it was exciting to watch.
Judges’ Feedback: Sofia said that it was a party and got everyone on their feet. Simon said that’s what I call a final performance, and he’s so happy for him. Mel B said the party vibe was there. Howie said that for him, it wasn’t as good as his last two.
Some tension with Micah, as Mel B talks about him being nice to everyone from the crew to the producers, but then Simon stepped in and said he’s always been respectful. Not sure where that is coming from?
Leo High School Choir
Coming into the audition, they felt like underdogs on “America’s Got Talent” season 20. They said they’ve stepped it up since the show. They entered the choir as high school boys, but leaving it as men ready to take on the world.
For this performance, they sing “Hall of Fame” by The Script. They look very stylish and good tonight. They sound good together, and they are having fun up there. The boys are working that stage and working the audience to get them involved, also.
Judges’ Feedback: Mel B said every time they’ve gotten up on that stage, they have delivered time and time again. Simon said he is thrilled for all of them. They have this ability to make everyone feel great. Howie said they are a vibe. Sofia said they never disappoint and they are the coolest choir that’s ever been on “AGT.”
Chris Turner on ‘America’s Got Talent’ 2025
Chris went to university and got his degree in archeology and anthropology. He was going to get a job in whatever that led to. However, he loved performing so much, he decided to go that direction. While his family questioned him, he’s now on “America’s Got Talent,” and I guess it was worth it.
For this performance tonight, he said he is going to freestyle rap eight rounds of suggestions. He takes suggestions from the judges to start, and they give him some difficult suggestions. Then they take suggestions from the audience, and the judges each select one. With each suggestion he goes through, the beat is going to speed up.
I’m sorry, but what? The way he performs this on the fly is so amazing. He is so good, and it’s just so fun to watch. I am a huge fan of Chris!
Judges’ Feedback: Simon said he wasn’t on our radar, but he’s got a feeling that he might be the one to beat. Mel B said she is lost for words. He is a humble guy, and he owns that stage. Sofia said everything he has done on this stage is genius. Howie said he just solidified himself $1 million.
Jourdan Blue
Jourdan said he is a different person since he first came on this show. The judges wanted something unexpected if he made the finale, so here he is, and he said he’s going to deliver. He doesn’t want to go back to performing on the streets.
The unexpected? Perform “Golden” from “K-Pop Demon Hunters.” This hugely popular song has been playing nonstop in my household, and to be honest, Jourdan made it his own. His voice sounds so good on this, and he just put a whole new twist on it. I am very, very impressed by this one on “America’s Got Talent” season 20.
Judges’ Feedback: Howie said that’s the hottest song in the world, and he couldn’t make a better choice, and I believe he just won. Simon said they’ve been waiting for him to sing something like this, and it was a very smart song choice. Mel B said she’s been waiting to see him like this, and he just gave it to her. Sofia said he took a risk and it paid off, and he’s so handsome.
Team Recycled on ‘America’s Got Talent’ Season 20
They said that as a dance crew, being on “AGT” is the biggest accomplishment they can get. The dance team is beyond excited to be on the show. They are beyond emotional to be here. There are 45 dancers, but they are family.
This dance crew definitely knows how to work the whole arena. They are working it in the audience and on the stage. I like how they add the lights and props into the act. They are in sync, and it looks cool, but having them all on the stage puts it all together for a very big finale to this dance.
Judges’ Feedback: Howie said the best yet, and that was amazing. Simon said that was the best performance they’ve given so far, and the work that went into that. Mel B said they have recycled many of the moves we’ve seen, but the way they put it together was brilliant. Sofia said this was the best they have been. It was energetic.
Steve Ray Ladson on ‘America’s Got Talent’
The final act of the night is Sofia’s Golden Buzzer from the Quarterfinals. He is from a small town, and his family only envisioned him playing in church. However, he started playing rock and roll and his family questioned him. He’s been thrown off the horse a few times, but he’s always gotten back u,p and now he’s on “AGT.” He will perform after the break!
He sings an original song called “Do the Rodeo.” Steve is up there line dancing and having a good time. It was a little slow start for me, but then he broke into a little rap almost towards the middle, and I enjoyed that part of it.
Judges’ Feedback: Sofia said he is already a superstar. Mel B said she has never seen an artist like this on “AGT.” He is amazing, and his vocals are brilliant. Simon said he has a lot of respect for people who have done it the hard way, and this is his moment. Howie said this song is going to chart tomorrow, and that was a winning song.
The Final Performances on “America’s Got Talent” season 20 are complete for tonight. Who are you voting for?
Want to know who wins “AGT” 2025? Find out with our “AGT” Finale Results Live Recap right here!
