America’s Got Talent 2026 Semifinal poll results and prediction – Which SIX acts will advance to the Semi-Finals?
America’s Got Talent season 21 reached a pivotal moment with the Semifinal performances airing the night before the results show. Twelve acts competed for viewers’ votes, each hoping to secure one of the six public slots that will join the four previously chosen Golden Buzzer acts in next week’s live finale. Tonight host Terry Crews will announce the six acts moving forward.
Programming note: long-time judge Simon Cowell is still on medical leave following back surgery and is absent from the live shows. The judges panel this week comprises Howie Mandel, Sofia Vergara, and Mel B, with no guest judges joining them.
You voted in our audience polls following the Semifinal performances, and the results offer a clear sense of which contestants have momentum heading into tonight’s results show. Below are the poll outcomes and a prediction based on those results combined with how each act performed live.
Top fan favorites emerging from the poll are singer Travis Garland, magician Geno Ploeger, and the visual troupe Royal Lasers. The full group of six most supported by our voters are: Travis Garland, Geno Ploeger, Royal Lasers, Acro Canine Crew, Veronika Goroshkova, and Come Here.
Prediction
Based on poll results and live performance impact, my unscientific but informed prediction is that the six acts advancing to next week’s final will be: Travis Garland, Geno Ploeger, Royal Lasers, Acro Canine Crew, Veronika Goroshkova, and Come Here. These acts combined strong audience appeal with memorable moments on stage, which typically translates into votes.
That said, the semifinals can be unpredictable. Comic Daniel Alvarez remains a wildcard despite a performance that stumbled at times — his likability and relatability could drive late support. Olivia Befus received high praise from the judges for her animal act and could benefit from that visibility. It’s also possible two dog-based acts make the cut, which would shift the balance away from other strong contenders. Luke Taleno performed an attention-grabbing set that may have motivated a niche but devoted voting bloc; if he picked up significant votes, he could edge into the top six and displace a current frontrunner.
Ultimately, tonight’s results will reflect both the immediate impressions from last night’s performances and the cumulative support each act has built during the season. The combination of judge feedback, social media buzz, and the performances themselves will determine who advances to the live finale.
America’s Got Talent 2026 Semifinal Poll Results
Favorite Act
- Travis Garland – Singer – 40.35%
- Geno Ploeger – Magician – 15.79%
- Royal Lasers – Laser dance group – 10.53%
- Acro Canine Crew – Animal act – 10.53%
- Veronika Goroshkova – Aerial pole performer – 7.89%
- Come Here – Dance group – 6.14%
- Luke Taleno – Rapper – 4.39%
- Young & Strange – Magicians – 2.63%
- Daniel Alvarez – Comedian – 0.88%
- Olivia Befus – Animal act – 0.88%
- Cesar Dias – Comedy singer – 0.00%
- Kameron Marshall – Magician – 0.00%
Which Three Acts Will Advance to the Semifinals?
- Travis Garland – Singer – 17.55%
- Geno Ploeger – Magician – 14.16%
- Royal Lasers – Laser dance group – 13.11%
- Acro Canine Crew – Animal act – 13.11%
- Come Here – Dance group – 11.84%
- Veronika Goroshkova – Aerial pole performer – 11.84%
- Luke Taleno – Rapper – 7.61%
- Daniel Alvarez – Comedian – 2.54%
- Young & Strange – Magicians – 2.54%
- Kameron Marshall – Magician – 2.11%
- Olivia Befus – Animal act – 1.90%
- Cesar Dias – Comedy singer – 1.69%
These poll numbers reflect our readers’ preferences after the Semifinal show. Keep an eye on tonight’s results reveal to see how audience voting and judge feedback translate into the final lineup for the season finale. Whatever happens, the remaining acts have delivered memorable moments and will be competing for the title in next week’s live finale.