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AGT Semifinals Hand Power to Voters After New Golden Buzzer Goes Unused

America alone decides the six finalists because the Semifinals Golden Buzzer was not used.

Overview

  • Eleven acts performed in the September 16 live show after Mastermind withdrew, leaving one fewer slot than planned.
  • Voting opened during the broadcast and closed at 7 a.m. ET on September 17, with results revealed Wednesday night on NBC.
  • Judges Simon Cowell, Howie Mandel, Sofía Vergara, and Mel B. evaluated the performances, and Terry Crews hosted.
  • TT Boys achieved a run of 40 continuous backflips during their routine, drawing strong praise from the panel.
  • Six viewer-selected semifinalists will join quarterfinal Golden Buzzer finalists Micah Palace, Mama Duke, Team Recycled, and Steve Ray Ladson in next week’s finale.