The premiere of America’s Got Talent season 20 is just around the corner after NBC announced earlier this year that the hit competition series will return in late 2025 with a fresh new cast. Since its debut on June 21, 2006, America's Got Talent has become one of the most beloved reality shows and has captivated audiences with jaw-dropping performances and unforgettable talent. Season 20 will feature a few Golden Buzzer moments, though it's unclear what the exact rules will be this time.
America's Got Talent season 19 notably bent the rules by allowing more Golden Buzzer presses than usual, so expect the unexpected. It was the first time in the show's history that the judges were allowed to have more than one buzzer, each having two instead of the usual one. The judging will also see a slight shakeup, with one judge departing ahead of the new season. AGT features different types of talent, ranging from magicians, comedians, ventriloquists, singers, and dancers to contortionists and more. Read on for everything to know so far about America’s Got Talent season 20.
America’s Got Talent Season 20 News
It Is Celebrating 20 Years Of Airing
America's Got Talent season 20 marks the show's anniversary this summer. Some of the wildest cast are vying for a chance to win $1 million, and judges are there to decide who makes it through to America's votes and live shows. The American Got Talent season 20 contestants will continue participating in the show, hoping to get the Golden Buzzer advantage this summer and walk away with the grand prize. The auditions for AGT happened both virtually and in person in February.
The new season will bring in new faces and the best talent from all walks of life. AGT premieres on May 27 on NBC, and the episodes are available to stream on Peacock. As it marks over two decades on air, AGT promises even more show-stopping acts to keep the audience glued to their screens. Over the years, America’s Got Talent has spawned several successful spinoffs, including AGT: The Champions, which aired in 2019 and 2020, and AGT: Extreme in 2022. It also has America's Got Talent: All-Stars in 2023 and the most recent, AGT: Fantasy League in 2024.
America’s Got Talent Season 20's Release Date
On May 27, 2025
AGT season 20 debuts on Tuesday, May 27, at 8 p.m. on NBC. It will kick off with a two-hour episode featuring a brand-new lineup of performers. What sets AGT apart from other talent competitions is its inclusivity—contestants of all ages are welcome to take the stage.
America's Got Talent season 19 winner Richard Goodall, a janitor from Indiana, stole the spotlight after earning Heidi Klum’s golden buzzer for his powerful rendition of Journey’s “Don’t Stop Believin,” as seen in the video above (via America's Got Talent). He walked away with $1 million and showed the world that chasing your dreams is never too late. For anyone ionate about singing, AGT just might be the place to share it.
America’s Got Talent Season 20's Judges
There's A New, But Old Face On AGT
Heidi won’t return to America’s Got Talent season 20. For several years, longtime fans have come to love the dynamic judging of Heidi, Howie Mandel, Sofía Vergara, and Simon Cowell. The German supermodel ed the show as a judge in AGT season 8 and remained through season 13 before briefly stepping away in season 14. She later returned for seasons 15 through 19. This time, however, Heidi is stepping away for a meaningful reason—she’s returning to her former role as a judge on Project Runway.
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She previously exited the series in 2017 after serving as a host and judge for 16 seasons. Following her departure, she went on to co-create Making the Cut before reing AGT. To celebrate her comeback, Melanie "Mel B" Brown will be taking over Heidi's hosting roles, taking Heidi’s spot on the AGT . America's Got Talent's official Instagram announced her return in February 2025 with a promotional poster featuring all four judges.
The caption read: "Get ready for a Golden Buzzer summer. #AGT premieres Tuesday, May 27, on NBC and streaming next day on @peacock." This isn’t Mel B’s first stint with the franchise—she previously served as a judge on America’s Got Talent: The Champions in 2019. Mel B stepped away from the series due to scheduling conflicts with the Spice Girls reunion tour and later spent more time in the U.K. Meanwhile, Terry Crews is returning as America's Got Talent host for his seventh consecutive season.
America's Got Talent season 20 airs on Tuesday, May 27 at 8 p.m. EDT on NBC and will be available to stream the next day on Peacock.
Sources: America's Got Talent/YouTube, Heidi Klum/Instagram, America's Got Talent/Instagram
America's Got Talent
- Release Date
- June 21, 2006
Cast
Regis Philbin
Jerry Springer
WHERE TO WATCH
A dynamic and engaging reality competition series where contestants from across the nation showcase their unique talents in front of a of celebrity judges and a live audience. Acts range from singers and dancers to magicians, comedians, and a variety of other performers, all vying for a cash prize and national recognition. The show features a blend of emotional backstories, high-energy performances, and nail-biting eliminations, culminating in a grand finale where the audience votes to crown the winner.
- Main Genre
- Reality
- Creator(s)
- Ken Warwick
- Seasons
- 20
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