Home / Arts and Entertainment / Simon Cowell Booed After Crushing AGT Act
Simon Cowell Booed After Crushing AGT Act
19 Aug
Summary
- Simon Cowell buzzed James & Marina for being too slow.
- Mel B called the performance "incredible" despite criticism.
- Judges Sofia Vergara and Howie Mandel also expressed concerns.
On Tuesday's live performance episode of America's Got Talent, mentalist duo James & Marina encountered significant criticism from the judging panel. Simon Cowell was the first to buzz the act, deeming their performance too slow, a sentiment echoed by Howie Mandel and Sofia Vergara. Mandel noted that while their "magic is good," the "performance is so long and so boring." The audience reacted negatively to these critiques, booing Mandel and Cowell.
Despite the negative feedback, Mel B vocally supported James & Marina, declaring their act "incredible" and defending them against Cowell's remarks. Vergara found the act mysterious and interesting but preferred their earlier performances, suggesting they were too slow. Cowell acknowledged the "great" ending but reiterated his issue was with the presentation, stating "You lost me." The night featured 11 acts, with Mandel awarding a Golden Buzzer to magic group Hundred Fingers.
