‘America’s Got Talent’ Season 16: Photos Of Sofia Vergara & More

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June 1, 2021 10:38AM EDT

‘America’s Got Talent’ is back for season 16. Sofia Vergara, Simon Cowell, Heidi Klum, and more are back to find the next big thing! See photos of the new season.

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‘America’s Got Talent’ Season 16

‘America’s Got Talent’ Season 16 — Your favorite summer series is back! ‘America’s Got Talent’ returns for season 16 on June 1. New performers will be hitting the stage in hopes of winning that coveted $1 million and a Las Vegas show. Simon Cowell returns to the judging panel after missing most of season 15 because he broke his back. He reunites with judges Sofia Vergara, Howie Mandel, Heidi Klum, and host Terry Crews. Season 16 returns to some semblance of normalcy following the COVID-19 pandemic. A live audience will be back this season, but safety precautions are still being taken to protect the cast and crew. There will be double ‘AGT’ action this season with the new spinoff ‘AGT: Extreme.’

Spoken word poet Brandon Leake won season 15. He received the Golden Buzzer earlier on in the season. He follows past winners Kodi Lee, Shin Lim, and more. See more photos of ‘America’s Got Talent’ season 16 in our gallery now.

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Heidi Klum’s ‘AGT’ Finale Outfit

Heidi Klum’s ‘AGT’ Finale Outfit — Heidi Klum rocked a sleek and chic outfit on the ‘AGT’ finale. She wowed in a sparkling strapless top and black pants.

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Heidi Klum On ‘AGT’ Carpet

Heidi Klum On ‘AGT’ Carpet — Heidi Klum strutted her stuff on the ‘AGT’ finale carpet. She looked fabulous, as always.

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‘America’s Got Talent’ Judges Before Last Semi-Finals

‘America’s Got Talent’ Judges Before Last Semi-Finals — Heidi Klum, Howie Mandel, Simon Cowell, and Sofia Vergara posed for a photo before the last round of semi-finals. Sofia brought a pop of color with her yellow dress.

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‘AGT’ Judges During The Semi-Finals

‘AGT’ Judges During The Semi-Finals — Heidi Klum, Howie Mandel, Simon Cowell, and Sofia Vergara pose for a photo during the season 16 semi-finals. This was the first of two semi-finals rounds.

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Aidan Bryant

Aidan Bryant — Aidan Bryant during the season 16 semi-finals. He is now a finalist!

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Peter Rosalita

Peter Rosalita — Peter Rosalita performed a Mariah Carey hit for the semi-finals. Unfortunately, he was eliminated during the results show.

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Madilyn Bailey

Madilyn Bailey — Madilyn Bailey sang her original song ‘Red Ribbon’ for the semi-finals. She was sent home during the results show.

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‘AGT’ Final Quarterfinals

‘AGT’ Final Quarterfinals — Heidi Klum, Howie Mandel, Simon Cowell, and Sofia Vergara were on deck for the last round of the quarterfinals. The final 12 acts performed for America’s vote.

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Brooke Simpson

Brooke Simpson — Brooke Simpson performed ‘Lost Cause’ by Billie Eilish and earned rave reviews. She’s headed to the semi-finals!

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‘AGT’ Judges

‘AGT’ Judges — Heidi Klum, Sofia Vergara, Simon Cowell, Howie Mandel during the second round of the quarterfinals. Heidi and Sofia looked stylish in their glamorous outfits.

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Victory Brinker During The Quarterfinals

Victory Brinker During The Quarterfinals — Victory Brinker dazzled during the latest round of the ‘AGT’ quarterfinals. She sang a gorgeous rendition of ‘Casta Diva.’

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First ‘AGT’ Quarterfinals Results

First ‘AGT’ Quarterfinals Results — Howie Mandel, Heidi Klum, Sofia Vergara, and Simon Cowell posed before the quarterfinals results. Heidi dazzled in a feather dress, while Sofia rocked a hot pink dress.

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Jimmie Herrod During The Quarterfinals

Jimmie Herrod During The Quarterfinals — Sofia Vergara’s Golden Buzzer act returned for the first round of the quarterfinals. He sang a gorgeous rendition of ‘Pure Imagination.’

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Peter Rosalita During The Quarterfinals

Peter Rosalita During The Quarterfinals — Peter Rosalita brought down the house during the quarterfinals. He sang a Whitney Houston hit!

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1aChord During The Quarterfinals

1aChord During The Quarterfinals — 1aChord dazzled in the first round of the quarterfinals. They sang R.E.M.’s ‘Everybody Hurts.’

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Madilyn Bailey During The Quarterfinals

Madilyn Bailey During The Quarterfinals — Madilyn Bailey played the piano for her latest performance. She sang her famous cover of ‘Titanium.’

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Dylan Zangwill

Dylan Zangwill — Dylan Zangwill is performing in the last round of auditions. The singer is only 14 years old!

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Ray Singleton

Ray Singleton — Ray Singleton performs during the July 13 episode. He brings his wife along for his audition.

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Victory Brinker

Victory Brinker — Victory Brinker made history on ‘AGT.’ The 9-year-old got a Golden Buzzer from all of the judges and host Terry Crews!

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Matt Mauser

Matt Mauser — Matt Mauser will be auditioning for ‘AGT’ season 16. Matt is a singer whose wife died in the Kobe Bryant helicopter crash.

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Lea Kyle

Lea Kyle — Lea Kyle shows off her quick-change act during the June 29 episode. She receives Heidi Klum’s Golden Buzzer!

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Tory Vagasy

Tory Vagasy — Tory Vagasy auditions during the June 29 episode. She’s gone viral on TikTok!

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Jayy

Jayy — Jayy is one of the singers to audition during the June 29 episode. She is a season 16 hopeful!

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Jimmie Herrod

Jimmie Herrod — Jimmie Herrod performs for the judges on the June 22 episode of ‘AGT.’ He hails from Tacoma, Washington.

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Brooke Simpson

Brooke Simpson — Brooke Simpson is auditioning for ‘AGT’ season 16. She previously competed on ‘The Voice’ season 13.

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Josh Blue

Josh Blue — Josh Blue auditions during the June 22 episode. He is a comedian with cerebral palsy.

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Storm Large

Storm Large — Storm Large will be performing on the June 15 episode of ‘AGT.’ She was once a finalist on ‘Rock Star: Supernova.’

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Nightbirde

Nightbirde — Nightbirde auditions during the June 8 episode. The singer is a cancer survivor.

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Patrick Kun

Patrick Kun — Patrick Kun will be taking the ‘AGT’ stage on June 8. He’s a magician hoping to be the next big thing in magic.

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Simon Cowell

Simon Cowell — Simon Cowell is back! The longtime judge returns full-time after missing most of season 15 due to a back injury.

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Terry Crews

Terry Crews — The host with the most! Terry Crews returns to host ‘AGT’ once again.

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Sofia Vergara

Sofia Vergara — Sofia Vergara sizzles in this red dress for an ‘AGT’ promo photo. This is her second season judging on ‘AGT.’

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Howie Mandel

Howie Mandel — Howie Mandel returns to the judges’ panel for season 16. He’s been a judge on the show since season 5.

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Heidi Klum

Heidi Klum — Heidi Klum rocks a black and white printed dress for this ‘AGT’ promo photo. This is her 8th season judging ‘AGT.’

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Peter Rosalita

Peter Rosalita — Peter Rosalita takes the stage during the season 16 premiere. He’s a 10-year-old singer!

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Aidan Bryant

Aidan Bryant — Aidan Bryant is an aerialist competing on ‘AGT.’ He’s only 16 years old!

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Dustin Tavella

Dustin Tavella — Dustin Tavella is a magic act. He wows the judges during the season 16 premiere.

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AGT Frontline Nurses Howie Golden Buzzer

AGT Frontline Nurses Howie Golden Buzzer — AMERICA’S GOT TALENT — “Auditions” — Pictured: Northwell Nurse Choir — (Photo by: Tyler Golden/NBC)

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