Hey there, are you excited for this season‘s America‘s Got Talent finale? I know I am! The AGT 2023 finale is airing soon on September 26, 2023 at 9/8c on NBC. As a fellow superfan of the show, I wanted to give you all the details on the finalists, voting, and what to expect for the big finale performance and results show.
AGT 2023 – Bigger and Better Than Ever!
In case you‘ve been living under a rock, AGT is only the most popular talent show on American television! Now in its 17th season, AGT has topped ratings year after year with its irresistible mix of music, magic, comedy, and dance acts.
This season has felt extra special with thrilling new talents and the return of fan-favorite judges Simon Cowell, Heidi Klum, Howie Mandel and Sofia Vergara. The ever-charming Terry Crews is also back as our host, hyping up audiences with his booming voice and infectious energy.
Get this – AGT has averaged around 6.5 million viewers throughout Season 17, ranking as the #1 most-watched show on NBC this summer. With the finale just around the corner, no doubt the ratings will go through the roof!
Introducing the Incredible AGT 2023 Finalists
But enough background, let‘s get to the exciting bit – meeting our insanely talented finalists! After many grueling rounds, only six acts emerged victorious to secure a place in the finale. Let me introduce you to these amazing performers:
1. Mzansi Youth Choir
This inspirational youth choir from South Africa has been stealing hearts every time they step on stage. Their upbeat African harmonies and dance moves radiate pure joy. Out of the thousands of choirs that auditioned, Simon Cowell awarded them the Golden Buzzer, so that tells you something!
Fun Fact: Their audition video has over 60 million views on YouTube!
2. Putri Ariani
At just 18 years old, Putri is already a singing sensation in her home country of Indonesia. Her powerhouse voice hits unbelievable notes that blow the roof off every time. Putri can sing pretty much anything – pop, rock, musical theatre – she‘s got incredible vocal range!
Fun Fact: She‘s the youngest finalist but has already released three albums in Indonesia!
3. Ahren Belisle
Hailing from North Carolina, Ahren is the funny guy bringing his unique brand of observational comedy to the AGT stage. His hilarious takes on everyday topics crack up the audience and judges alike. For example, his jokes about summer camp had the whole audience in stitches!
Fun Fact: Ahren has been doing stand-up since he was just 15 years old. Talk about an early starter!
4. Murmuration
This technologically innovative dance group combines LED costumes with precision choreography for performances that are a visual spectacle. Their coordinated dances appear even more special under the bright lights of the AGT stage. Murmuration really uses the theatre setting to heighten the atmosphere of their act.
Fun Fact: They incorporate LED remote control technology imported all the way from China!
5. Adrian Stoica & Hurricane
Adrian brings drama and danger by infusing dance moves and near impossible tricks into his magic performances. Along with his furry partner Hurricane, they‘ve kept audiences on the edge of their seats with acts like dancing blindfolded on cylinders at 20 feet high!
Fun Fact: Adrian and Hurricane hold two Guinness World Records together as a magical duo!
6. Lavender Darcangelo
Can you believe Lavender is only 9 years old? This mini diva packs some seriously powerful pipes! Lavender blows people away every time she opens her mouth to sing classic hits from Aretha Franklin or Alicia Keys. She may be small, but her huge voice is absolutely mesmerizing.
Fun Fact: Lavender taught herself to sing by watching YouTube videos of Christina Aguilera!
With all this exceptional talent, the AGT 2023 finale is guaranteed to be a spectacular showdown!
Voting is Open! Who Will You Vote For?
Now here comes the important part, my friend. The futures of our talented finalists are in YOUR hands! Your votes will decide who will take home the $1 million prize and title of the next AGT champion.
Voting opens at the start of each live show on NBC and closes 12 hours later. There are two ways you can vote:
1. AGT App
Just download the free America‘s Got Talent App on your phone or tablet and you‘ll be able to vote up to 10 times for each act. The app tallies votes in real-time so you can see how your favorites are doing.
2. NBC.com/AGTVote
You can head to the official AGT voting page and vote up to 10 times per act using your email address and postal code. Voting online is quick and easy to do right from your laptop.
Remember, voting closes 12 hours after the live show finishes airing, so be sure cast those votes during that window!
An important note is that the TV broadcast is tape-delayed on the West Coast. So folks in the Pacific and Mountain time zones must wait 3 hours after the show airs in their local time to start voting online or via the app.
AGT has can attract up to 12 million viewers who cast around 20 million votes per episode. So every single vote matters in this competition! I‘ll definitely be voting tons for my favorite acts after the finale performance show. Who are you leaning towards as your top pick?
Standout Performances Leading up to the Finale
We‘ve witnessed some absolutely breathtaking performances this season that led these spectacular six to qualify for the finals. Let me remind you of a few standouts:
Mzansi Youth Choir – Their cover of "The Circle of Life" from The Lion King gave me goosebumps. The solos were stunning and their harmonies were sheer perfection. Their energy and showmanship fill up the entire stage.
Lavender Darcangelo – During the semis, Lavender sang "I Will Always Love You" in honor of the victims of the Uvalde shooting. Her mature and emotional delivery brought the judges and audience to tears. At just 9 years old, her talent is truly beyond her years.
Adrian Stoica and Hurricane – Their death-defying balancing act 20 feet up on thin cylinders sent anxiety through the roof! Adrian danced and juggled machetes while blindfolded as Hurricane jumped through hoops of fire nearby. How they pulled it off, I‘ll never know!
There‘s no question these contestants have earned their place among the top 6 after giving us such iconic moments all season long!
What Does the Decks for the Epic Finale Show?
My friend, the AGT finale is truly a TV event like no other. The production pulls out all the stops to create an incredible spectacle – I‘m talking next level staging, lighting, pyrotechnics and celebrity cameos! Here‘s a little taste of what we can expect during the 2-hour telecast:
Big Name Guest Performers – The finale always promises surprises by A-list musicians. In previous years, we‘ve seen stars like Kelly Clarkson, Carrie Underwood, and Ne-Yo take the stage. Who will wow the crowds this year?
Elaborate Staging and Effects – No expense is spared to transform the theatre into an electrifying setup for finale. Expect dazzling lasers, LED screens, smoke effects and towering set pieces to heighten the performances even more.
Confetti Cannons and Celebrations – Once a winner is crowned, the theatre will erupt in a tsunami of confetti and cheers! We‘re talking confetti streaming from the ceiling, giant cannons, and enough glitter to last until next season. I hope you like confetti 🙂
Red Carpet and Backstage Access – Before and after the show, we get fun behind-the-scenes footage of the contestants arriving on the red carpet, celebrating backstage, and reactions from the winner.
The AGT 2023 finale promises to be bigger, louder and more dramatic than ever. I‘m already counting down the days until the big show!
Who Will Win America‘s Vote This Year?
Honestly, the talent has been SO incredible this year that it‘s impossible to predict who will take the crown for AGT 2023.
Will it be the angelic and uplifting Mzansi Youth Choir? Or will young vocal powerhouse Lavender pull off an upset? Maybe the hilarious Ahren will win over voters with his witty comedy.
My friend, it really comes down to YOU and your votes. The finalists have worked incredibly hard and proven they deserve to win. So I encourage you to vote for whichever performer inspires and moves you the most.
The winner will walk away with a life-changing $1 million prize and the coveted title of America‘s Got Talent Champion! But regardless of who wins, each finalist has a bright future and long career in entertainment ahead of them.
So let‘s celebrate all their success and tune in to the epic finale together on September 26 at 9/8c. Trust me, you do NOT want to miss the spectacular showdown!
Let‘s enjoy this last week of voting and performances before crowning the next superstar. I‘ll see you on finale night my friend! Grab those snacks and get ready to be amazed one more time. Go AGT 2023 finalists – this is your moment to shine brighter than ever!
