'America's Got Talent' Episode 19 Recap: Live Finals [UPDATING LIVE BLOG]

Top 10 Acts Take the Stage for the Live Finals

The top 10 acts from the semifinals returned to the stage for the live finals of "America's Got Talent" on Tuesday night. The acts performed for the judges and a live audience, and the results will be revealed on Wednesday night's show.

Highlights from the Performances

• Aidan Bryant, a 16-year-old singer, performed a powerful rendition of "Hallelujah" by Leonard Cohen.
• Ava Swiss, a 19-year-old singer, performed an emotional rendition of "Rise Up" by Andra Day.
• Brooke Simpson, a 31-year-old singer, performed a soulful rendition of "Amazing Grace" by John Newton.
• Dustin Tavella, a 34-year-old comedian, performed a set of jokes about his family and his life.
• Jackie Fabulous, a 61-year-old drag queen, performed a comedic routine about her life as a drag queen.
• Jimmie Herrod, a 30-year-old singer, performed a soulful rendition of "Feeling Good" by Nina Simone.
• Kenadi Dodds, a 13-year-old singer, performed a powerful rendition of "Rise Up" by Andra Day.
• Light Balance Kids, a Ukrainian dance group, performed a high-energy dance routine to "Believer" by Imagine Dragons.
• Ndlovu Youth Choir, a South African choir, performed a beautiful rendition of "Hallelujah" by Leonard Cohen.
• V. Unbeatable, a Nepalese dance group, performed a high-energy dance routine to "Jai Ho" from the movie Slumdog Millionaire.

The Judges' Reactions

The judges were impressed with the performances of all 10 acts. They praised the acts for their talent, their creativity, and their passion.

Heidi Klum said, "This is the best top 10 we've ever had." Sofia Vergara said, "I'm so proud of all of you." Simon Cowell said, "This is the most talented group of finalists we've ever had." Howie Mandel said, "I'm so excited to see what you all do next."