America’s Got Talent: Complete Guide

America’s Got Talent (AGT) is a long-running NBC reality competition created by Simon Cowell and part of the global Got Talent franchise. The show features diverse performers competing for a $1 million prize and is hosted by Terry Crews with a rotating panel of judges. Source 8

Current Season Schedule

Season 21 Premiere

Season 21 premieres on NBC Tuesday, June 2, 2026, with new episodes airing weekly through August 18. Source 3

Recent Highlights

Season 20 concluded with a grand finale compilation available on YouTube, and violinist Lindsey Stirling performed “Eye of the Untold Her” during the 2025 live shows. Source 2

How to Watch America’s Got Talent

• Live Broadcast: NBC (Tuesday nights)
• Streaming: Peacock (new episodes next day)
• On-Demand: Available on Peacock, Hulu, and other platforms
• Catch-Up: Previous seasons on Peacock and select streaming services

Judges and Format

The current judging panel includes Simon Cowell, Sofia Vergara, Mel B, and Howie Mandel. The Golden Buzzer awards fast-track standout acts to the live shows. Notable 2026 recipient is magician Yu Hojin with his “Hundred Fingers” act. Source 10

Where to Find Updates and Results

• Official AGT Now! news hub on EntertainmentNow
• NBC Insider for audition schedules and judge announcements
• Wikipedia for historical season data and franchise background

FAQ

When does America’s Got Talent Season 21 premiere?
Season 21 premieres on NBC on Tuesday, June 2, 2026.

Where can I stream America’s Got Talent?
New episodes are available to stream the next day on Peacock; previous seasons are also on the platform.

Who are the current America’s Got Talent judges?
The judging panel consists of Simon Cowell, Sofia Vergara, Mel B, and Howie Mandel.

What is the Golden Buzzer?
The Golden Buzzer allows a judge or host to send an act directly to the live shows, bypassing further auditions.

How can I watch past seasons of AGT?
Past seasons are available on Peacock, with select episodes also on Hulu and other streaming services.

Who hosts America’s Got Talent?
Terry Crews serves as the host of the NBC competition series.