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AGT Live Shows: Howie's Wild Golden Buzzer Stunt!
19 Aug
Summary
- Magicians Hundred Fingers received an extreme Golden Buzzer from Howie Mandel.
- Mandel sacrificed his body, hitting the Golden Buzzer and his own red X.
- Hundred Fingers improved their act with fire, fans, and choreography.

The live quarterfinals of America's Got Talent Season 21 kicked off on August 18, 2026, showcasing 11 talented acts. Among them, South Korean magicians Hundred Fingers delivered a performance so impressive it earned them a unique Golden Buzzer.
Judge Howie Mandel's reaction was extreme; he lunged onto a table to hit the Golden Buzzer, accidentally activating his red X. He praised the act, calling it the 'craziest Golden Buzzer.' This marks Mandel's second Golden Buzzer for Hundred Fingers, who previously wowed judges in the audition round.
Hundred Fingers significantly elevated their sleight-of-hand act, incorporating fire, fans, and more choreography. The group, which included magician Yu Hojin from a previous solo season, rehearsed extensively to achieve this heightened performance. Their dedication has secured them a guaranteed spot in the AGT finals, with viewers anticipating their next appearance.