America’s Got Talent 2024 Qualifiers 2 poll results and prediction – Which THREE acts will advance to the Semi-Finals?
America’s Got Talent Season 19 continues with its second live Wednesday results show tonight (Aug 21). The live rounds stretch across seven weeks: four weeks of Qualifier performances featuring 54 contestants, followed by a one-week semi-final and a two-part grand finale. For 2024 the show introduced a twist to the live rounds: each judge — Simon Cowell, Howie Mandel, Heidi Klum and Sofia Vergara — has one Golden Buzzer to use during the live shows, sending a single act straight to the finale. This week, Howie Mandel used his Golden Buzzer to send acrobatic troupe AIRFOOTWORKS forward.
Fans participated in polls to rate their favorite Qualifier 2 acts and to predict which three will advance to the semi-finals. Below are the poll outcomes and a short analysis of what the results suggest about tonight’s live eliminations. A separate recap of the Qualifiers performance show summarizes each act’s audition if you want more detail on individual moments and judge reactions.
Among the ten remaining acts, the fan-favorite poll shows a tight race at the top. Mystical Japanese magician Young-Min, drone ensemble Sky Elements, and Howie’s Golden Buzzer, AIRFOOTWORKS, share the top spot in the favorite-act poll, with retro singer Alex Sampson close behind. When asked which three acts will advance to the semi-finals, voters clustered their support around drone innovation, street dance, and classic vocal talent.
Prediction
My unscientific prediction for the three acts that will move on to the semi-finals: drone performers Sky Elements, singer Alex Sampson, and extreme ballerina Ashlee Montague. Sky Elements has strong poll support and offers a visually striking, contemporary act that tends to resonate with live voting audiences. Alex Sampson’s nostalgic vocal style connects with viewers who favor singers in the live rounds. And while Ashlee Montague sits slightly lower in the polls, her unique extreme-ballet presentation and compelling stage presence make her a plausible pick to secure one of the three advancing slots.
These predictions weigh fan sentiment reflected in the polls alongside the types of acts that historically perform well in live voting phases: eye-catching visual acts, memorable vocalists, and performers who bring a distinct niche or identity to the stage. That said, live voting can shift quickly on the night, and judges’ comments and audience reaction during the results show will affect final outcomes.
America’s Got Talent 2024 Qualifiers 2 Poll Results
Favorite Act
- Young-Min – Magician – 17.39%
- Sky Elements – Drone Act – 17.39%
- AIRFOOTWORKS – Acrobatic Act – Howie’s Golden Buzzer – 17.39%
- Alex Sampson – Singer – 15.94%
- Bboy Samuka – Dance – 8.70%
- Brooke Bailey – Singer – 7.25%
- Ashlee Montague – Extreme Ballet – 7.25%
- Biko’s Manna – Singing Group – 4.35%
- LEGIÓN – Dance – 2.90%
- Schumacher – Variety Act – 1.45%
- Nini – Musician – 0.00%
Which Three Acts Will Advance to the Semifinals?
- Sky Elements – Drone Act – 20.69%
- Bboy Samuka – Dance – 15.76%
- Alex Sampson – Singer – 14.78%
- Young-Min – Magician – 14.29%
- Ashlee Montague – Extreme Ballet – 10.84%
- LEGIÓN – Dance – 6.40%
- Nini – Musician – 5.42%
- Biko’s Manna – Singing Group – 5.42%
- Brooke Bailey – Singer – 4.93%
- Schumacher – Variety Act – 1.48%
Analysis of these numbers shows Sky Elements leading the charge when it comes to advancing, with just over 20 percent support in the “which three” polling — a comfortable but not insurmountable margin. Bboy Samuka and Alex Sampson occupy the next two positions, creating a mix of visual spectacle and vocal talent that could form a balanced semi-final lineup. Young-Min’s strong showing in the favorite-act poll indicates solid enthusiasm for magic, even if that didn’t translate into the top three for advancement voting.
The spread of votes suggests tonight’s results could favor acts that offer high visual impact or distinctive styles: drones, acrobatics, and unique dance forms often stand out in live voting. Singers who can connect emotionally with the audience also remain competitive. Expect the results show to be dramatic and potentially close — every percentage point matters in these rounds.
Stay tuned to the live results tonight to see which three acts America selects to move into the semi-finals. Whether the audience sticks with the poll favorites or surprises emerge, the next stage of AGT Season 19 promises memorable performances and strong competition as contestants vie for a spot in the finale.