ABOUT THE TALENT IN AMERICA America’s Got Talent, NBC’s top summer program, has both new and old favorites in addition to the thrills, excitement, and heartwarming performances that viewers have grown to adore every season.

Fan favorite comedian Howie Mandel is back at the judges’ bench with creator and executive producer Simon Cowell. This season, returning judge Heidi Klum, a global fashion icon, will be joined by acclaimed actress and international phenomenon Sofia Vergara.

Terry Crews, the charismatic host, is back. Like no other television program, “America’s Got Talent” continues to promote the variety format by accepting artists of all ages. An amazing mix of singers, dancers, comedians, contortionists, impressionists, magicians, ventriloquists, and hopeful stars compete for America’s affections and a $1 million prize on “America’s Got Talent” every year.