America's Got Talent Returns for Season 20: Judges, Premiere, More
America’s Got Talent has been helping make dreams come true for brilliant singers, dancers, magicians, comedians and more for 19 years. As season 20 approaches, one million dollars is once again on the line and every contestant is eager to get that golden buzzer.
Life & Style reveals everything to know so far about the judges, premiere date and more for the upcoming season.
‘America’s Got Talent’ Celebrates Its 20th Season
The hit talent competition got its start in June 2006 and featured popular acts such as quick-change duo David Michael Maas and Dania Kaseevan, the dance group Celtic Spring and yodeler Taylor Ware. However, it was singer Bianca Ryan who came out as the winner. Since then, it’s platformed other successful acts, including ventriloquist Terry Fator, magician Shin Lim and prop comic Tape Face, who all went on to have successful shows in Las Vegas.
Nearly two decades later, show creator Simon Cowell said that it was “absolutely brilliant” to be able to announce the show’s 20th season in a statement shared by NBC.
“Over the years, we have seen some amazing acts and met some truly incredible people. It’s true that two or three minutes can change your life,” he continued at the time. “I want to thank every contestant, all the fans who have supported the show every year and to NBC for believing in this show. And of course, the amazing team, past and present, who make the show so special. Now as always, I am really excited to meet the contestants this year.”
Who Are the Judges on Season 20 of ‘America’s Got Talent’?
Howie Mandel, Mel B, Terry Crews, Sofía Vergara, Simon Cowell
Comedian Howie Mandel, executive producer Simon Cowell and Modern Family alum Sofia Vergara will be judges on season 20 of America’s Got Talent.
It’s been confirmed that former judge Heidi Klum has departed the show after being a judge for 11 consecutive seasons. Instead, Mel B will take her place as she makes her grand return to the judge’s table following her 2019 departure from the show.
“I’m beyond thrilled to be back at AGT,” she told People on March 18, 2025. “Not only is it the 20th anniversary of the show, but it’s also a real homecoming for me, and I couldn’t be happier or more excited to be back.”
Who Is the Host of ‘America’s Got Talent’ Season 20?
Brooklyn Nine-Nine actor Terry Crews will continue his role as host for the season.
Who Won Season 19 of ‘America’s Got Talent’?
Richard Goodall
Former middle school janitor Richard Goodall took home the $1 million grand prize on season 19 of America’s Got Talent after charming the judges – and the rest of the country watching – with his passion and his incredible singing talent.
“Winning AGT is important and means so much to me,” Richard said following the announcement that he’d won. “Simon said two minutes can change your life. It has transformed mine, and I’d like to help others, one song at a time.”
When Is the Premiere Date for Season 20 of ‘America’s Got Talent’?
The first episode of America’s Got Talent season 20 is set to air on May 27, 2025, on NBC from 8 p.m. ET to 10 p.m. ET.