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After weeks of auditions and live shows, it’s time to crown a new America’s Got Talent winner. Performances have been unforgettable throughout the season, but only one captured the heart of America. Only one act will win the coveted $1 million prize. The top 11 acts will take the stage throughout the night before the results are announced.
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The night begins with black Eyed Peas. AGT Alum light balance follows the Black Eyed Peas with an amazing performance and host Terry Crews even participate!
The judges of ‘AGT’ and host Terry Crews. (ABC)
Barry Stern Heinrich Winkler stops by during the finale and admits he’s a big AGT fan. He also loves magic, so he introduces Nicholas Ribs, Yu Hojinand past AGT winner Shin Lim before their performance. These 3 magicians team up for a wonderful and impressive performance.
country singer Drake Milligan joins the stage Jon Pardi Singing Jon’s hit “Last Night Lonely”. Hart Chapel shares the stage Darius Rücker for a sensational performance of “Something to Talk About” by Bonnie Raitt. After back-to-back performances, Jon shares his advice for country music acts. “No matter what happens, always believe in yourself,” he says.
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Mike E Winfield brings back Don McMillan for the “Roast by Simon Cowell”. Of course Don brought his Powerpoint. Season 17 Graduates Mr Hose and Pointed Larrabee also participate. ventriloquist Celia Munoz performs alongside AGT winners Darci Lynne Bauer and Terry Fator. Kristy Sellars and Mayans also shine with a special show. Avery Dixon and Trombone Shorty jam out Stevie Wonders “superstition.”
Avery Dixon and Sara James in the “AGT” finale. (ABC)
Sarah James gets a chance to perform “Let’s Get It Started” with the Black Eyed Peas. The group is stunned by the talent of the 14-year-old. “She’s a Superstar” Wilhelm says.
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Now it’s time for the results. Terry narrows the top 10 down to the top 5. Between Drake Milligan and Mike E. Winfield, Drake is the first act to make the Top 5. Next up are Nicholas Ribs and Metaphysic. Metaphysics moves into the top 5! The final 3 acts in the top 5 are Kristy Sellars, the Mayyas and Chapel Hart.
The top 5 will be revealed
It’s up to Drake, Metaphysic, Kristy, the Mayyas and Chapel Hart. The act that takes fifth place is Chapel Hart. Simon Cowell tells the trio he really thinks they have a “hit” with their track “American Pride.” The fourth act is metaphysics.
The Mayyas on ‘AGT.’ (ABC)
Drake comes in third place. “It changed my life forever,” says Drake after being eliminated. Simon emphasizes that for Drake this is just the “beginning” of his career.
The AGT Season 17 Winner is…
The last 2 acts are Kristy and the Mayyas. One of these acts will win $1 million and a headlining show in Las Vegas. The winner of AGT Season 17 is…the Mayyas!