Jessica Sanchez Advances to America's Got Talent Semifinals Pregnant

Jessica Sanchez, a Filipino-American singer and former America's Got Talent (AGT) contestant from Season 1, has made a remarkable return to AGT Season 20, now eight months pregnant. After receiving Sofia Vergara's Golden Buzzer during auditions for her rendition of Benson Boone's "Beautiful Things," Sanchez impressed judges and audiences with a powerful performance of Alex Warren’s "Ordinary" in the quarterfinals. Despite initial concerns about her health, Simon Cowell praised her tone and resilience, calling her "the one to beat" and highlighting her special presence. Sanchez successfully advanced to the semifinals through public voting, earning standing ovations from the judges, including Vergara, Mel B, and Cowell. Meanwhile, Simon Cowell awarded the Live Show Golden Buzzer to rapper Micah Palace, who gained viral attention during auditions. Sanchez's comeback has been celebrated as a full-circle moment, demonstrating her enduring talent and determination on the AGT stage.