We are just about halfway through auditions for America’s Got Talent Season 21. A handful of acts have earned Golden Buzzers, getting fast-passes to the live quarterfinals, while others were plagued by dreaded red buzzers and went home as a result. And with the Fourth of July coming up, the producers have special plans in store for how to package some of the most notable performances yet.
If you are wondering what’s up next for the country’s most extravagant talent show, here is everything you need to know before America’s Got Talent hits the airwaves on Tuesday night:
When does America’s Got Talent come out?
America’s Got Talent will air on NBC on Tuesday, June 30 at 8 p.m ET. It will be available to stream in real-time and on-demand on Peacock, as well. The episode that is premiering will not feature the next wave of new auditions, however. Instead, the judges and host Terry Crews will recap their favorite acts for the AGT: July 4th Party in the USA special. As the title suggests, the episode will have a Fourth of July theme. Season 21 Episode 5 will resume the standard audition coverage on Tuesday, July 7.
Auditions were held at the Pasadena Civic Auditorium earlier in 2026. We will get weekly insight into those results until the live quarterfinals get underway in August, at which point NBC will start airing additional episodes on Wednesdays to disclose voting results. The same goes for the semifinals and finals, which will take place in September.
Who has advanced on America’s Got Talent this season?
Howie Mendel, Simon Cowell, Mel B and Sofia Vergara – plus host Terry Crews – have been generous with their Golden Buzzers so far this season. Howie, Simon and Mel, for instance, have already burned both of theirs, while Sofia and Terry have each used one of their two. That being said, here is a look at who is still contending for the $1 million grand prize through the first four episodes, including which ones have been pushed forward to the live shows:
Episode 1 (June 2)
- Lai Noelle, Singer
- Golden Buzzer (Simon Cowell #1)
- Tyrone and Margo, Knife Throwing Duo
- ACRO Crew, Dog Act
- Golden Buzzer (Terry Crews #1)
- Kev Adams, Comedian
- Luke Taleno, Rapper
- Golden Buzzer (Howie Mandel #1)
- KOSÉ 8ROCKS, Dance Group
- Unitree, Robot Act
- Community ATL Choir, Choir
Episode 2 (June 9)
- Nyjah Music & Zyah Rhythm, Vocal Duo
- Abiud Sando, Dancer
- Rynia Kando, Singing Impressionist
- Lara Dabbagh, Singer
- Golden Buzzer (Sofia Vergara #1)
- Brad and Tracy, Danger Act
- Hundred Fingers, Magicians
- Golden Buzzer (Howie Mandel #2)
- Holland and Sienna, Aerial Duo
- Geno Ploeger, Magician
- Cesar Dias, Comedian
Episode 3 (June 16)
- Sprice Machines, Kinetic Artist Duo
- Come Here, Dance Group
- Young & Strange, Magicians
- Isaac Atkins, Singer
- Golden Buzzer (Mel B #1)
- Cris Sosa, Comedian
- Béty Dumitru, Singer
- LaRussell, Rapper
- Guy Kelton Jones, Poet
- Akira, Novelty Act
Episode 4 (June 23)
- Olivia Befus, Dog Trainer
- James & Marina, Mentalist Duo
- Brook Lynn, Singer
- Herwan Legaillard, Sword Swallower
- Madelyn Tallent & Malachi Martin, Vocal Duo
- Rubén Roldán Bustos, Parkour Act
- Golden Buzzer (Simon Cowell #2)
- Bird and Byron, Vocal Duo
- Mr. Hammerhand, Record Breaker
- Mackenzie Sol, Singer
- Golden Buzzer (Mel B #2)
- Patrox, Dancer
Who was rejected on America’s Got Talent this season?
For as much good news that the judges have dealt out this season, not every act has met a happy ending. Beyond all of the auditions that haven’t even been featured as part of the national broadcasts, there have been a handful who have stepped into the spotlight and failed to advance. Here is a look at who has been sent home each week:
Episode 1 (June 2)
- Aggy, Dancer
- Nolan Ross Palmer, Danger Act
- Josh Sherman, Instrumentalist
Episode 2 (June 9)
- Kevin Quantum, Magician
- Frankie Lapenna, Novelty Act
- Julia and Charlie, Singing Dog Act
Episode 3 (June 16)
- Ryan Inzero, Sign Spinner and Flautist
- Infinite Spin, Fire Performers
- Lygia Way, Juggler and Hula Hoop Artist
- Eric Haines, One-Man Band
Episode 4 (June 23)
- Kyle Johnson, Novelty Act
- Grant Parsons, Novelty Act
- Micah Bean, Singer
- The Hissy Kits, Novelty Act
- Hagino Lizardman, Novelty Act
America’s Got Talent FAQ
When do America’s Got Talent Season 21 episodes come out?
America’s Got Talent Season 21 airs on Tuesdays at 8 p.m. ET.
How can I watch new episodes of America’s Got Talent?
American’s Got Talent Season 21 is airing on NBC. Episodes will be available to stream on Peacock, as well.
Are there new acts auditioning on America’s Got Talent tonight?
The episode on Tuesday, June 30 will not feature new auditions. AGT: July 4th Party in the USA will recap some of the judges’ favorite acts, stitching them together with a Fourth of July theme. New auditions will resume on Tuesday, July 7.
How many episodes of America’s Got Talent will there be?
Season 21 of America’s Got Talent will consist of about 20 episodes, with the quarterfinals, semifinals and finals set to air live in August and September.
