Overview

• Season 20 premiered on May 27, 2025, at 8 p.m. Eastern on NBC, with episodes streaming on Peacock the following day.
• Simon Cowell, Howie Mandel and Sofía Vergara returned to the panel alongside Mel B; Terry Crews hosts after Heidi Klum’s exit.
• Producers boosted behind-the-scenes footage by about 40%, spotlighting judges’ deliberations and backstage interactions.
• In the premiere, Crews recounted a dancer collapsing into his arms in tears of joy after a heartfelt performance.
• Auditions began March 14 at Pasadena Civic Auditorium and will air weekly until live shows start this summer.