America’s Got Talent 2025 reveals two-night finale details, including special guest stars
America’s Got Talent season 20 will culminate in a two-night finale beginning Tuesday, Sept. 23 at 9 p.m. ET/PT on NBC, featuring live performances from the show’s 10 finalists. The celebration continues on Wednesday, Sept. 24 with a special countdown and the live results show, when the winner of the $1 million grand prize will be announced.
Host Terry Crews will open the second night at 8 p.m. ET/PT with a highlight countdown recapping the previous evening’s performances. The finale’s results segment will air at 9 p.m., closing the season with the reveal of the winner selected by viewer votes. Across both nights, viewers can expect a mix of high-energy showcases, emotional musical moments and inventive variety acts that reflect the diversity of talent featured this season.
In addition to the Top 10 finalists, the two-night event will feature an array of celebrated guest performers and beloved AGT alumni joining to create a star-studded evening. The lineup brings together pop, R&B, Latin, rock and innovative performance groups to deliver varied and memorable collaborations.
Confirmed guest performances include Grammy Award-winning artist Ciara, who will perform her hit “Level Up” alongside dance group Team Recycled. Multi-platinum, Grammy-nominated singer Leona Lewis will appear with LED performance group LightWire, combining her vocals with a striking display of light and movement. Grammy-nominated artist Aloe Blacc will perform “The Man” accompanied by the Leo High School Choir, while multi-platinum Latin star Manuel Turizo teams up with finalist Micah Palace for a collaborative performance. Journey founder Neal Schon will support Season 19 winner Richard Goodall on the single “Long Time Coming,” and Danny O’Donoghue of The Script will join finalist Jourdan Blue in a reprise of her popular audition cover of “Breakeven.” AGT favorites such as trap choir Sainted and rapper Mama Duke will also appear together in a performance of one of Mama Duke’s original hits, with additional surprises expected throughout the nights.
These guest appearances are designed to complement the finalists’ live performances, providing collaborative moments that highlight both established stars and emerging talent from the current season. The producers have emphasized variety, ensuring that each segment reflects different musical styles and performance disciplines, from solo vocal showcases to choir-led numbers and inventive LED dance routines.
The America’s Got Talent top 10 finalists include:
- Chris Turner – Freestyle Rapper
- Jessica Sanchez – Singer
- Jourdan Blue – Singer
- Leo High School Choir – Choir
- LightWire – LED Dance Group
- Mama Duke – Rapper*
- Micah Palace – Musician*
- Sirca Marea – Variety Act
- Steve Ray Ladson – Musician*
- Team Recycled – Dance Group*
*Indicates live show Golden Buzzers
Each finalist brings a distinct style and story to the stage, from vocal powerhouses and musical ensembles to inventive variety acts and cutting-edge dance troupes. Over the final two nights, viewers will see updated, full-length performances from these acts as they aim to win America’s votes and claim the top prize.
Voting opens during the live broadcasts and is available to viewers online and through mobile apps. Fans can cast their votes at NBC.com/AGTVote or via the “NBC” and “AGT” apps available on major app stores. The voting window will be communicated during the broadcast, and fans are encouraged to vote for their favorite acts to help determine the season 20 winner.
With a mix of high-profile guest stars, memorable alumni returns and the season’s strongest acts, the America’s Got Talent two-night finale promises a dynamic and emotional conclusion to season 20. Tune in both nights to experience the performances and participate in the voting that will decide who takes home the million-dollar prize and the title of AGT champion.