America’s Got Talent 2025 Quarterfinals 2 RESULTS and Live Blog
The America’s Got Talent 2025 quarterfinals continue with the second results show on August 27. Eleven acts performed on Monday night, and only three moved forward to the semifinals based on America’s vote. The judging panel for this season includes Simon Cowell, Howie Mandel, Mel B., and Sofia Vergara, while Terry Crews returns as host.
Below is a clear, updated recap of the night’s results and notable performances. This version removes repetition and focuses on the acts, the judges’ reactions, and the audience vote outcomes.
Quick recap from the previous night: Mel B. used her Golden Buzzer earlier in the week to send rapper/singer Mama Duke directly through the live shows. That choice surprised some viewers—her audition had been memorable, but opinions differed about the live performance. Golden Buzzers automatically advance acts past further rounds, which makes them a high-stakes decision by each judge.
Terry Reveals the Top 5
The results show began with the announcement of the Top 5 acts as determined by America’s votes. The five acts revealed to move forward were a mix of singers, dancers, and variety performers. Below is a concise breakdown of how the Top 5 played out on the results stage.
Leo High School Choir and Boston Dynamics were called first. The choir secured a spot in the Top 5 while Boston Dynamics was eliminated. The judges had been critical of Boston Dynamics’ live presentation, and that feedback appeared to influence viewers.
Next, jugglers Jonglissimo and magician Alain Simonov learned their fates. Jonglissimo earned a Top 5 place, while Alain Simonov was sent home. His magic act received negative reactions from the judges, which likely affected his standing with the voting audience.
The duo Unreal and comedian Alex Zinger were up next. Unreal advanced to the Top 5; Alex Zinger was eliminated. His comedic routine did not connect strongly enough with the voting audience to secure advancement.
EDT Dance Team and Duo Stardust followed. Duo Stardust claimed the Top 5 spot, and EDT Dance Team exited the competition. The results showed a clear preference for Duo Stardust’s performance that week.
Finally, Bay Melnick-Vigilio and Ben Hightower learned which act would take the final Top 5 berth. Bay Melnick-Vigilio advanced while Ben Hightower was eliminated. Hightower’s riskier routine had been criticized for not landing as intended, and the vote reflected that response.
Flau’jae Performs
Guest performer Flau’jae returned to the AGT stage to perform her new single “Remember When.” A former contestant and accomplished college basketball player, Flau’jae has continued building her music career since her 2018 appearance on the show. For this performance she was joined on stage by her brother Tray, adding a personal touch as she honored her musical roots and family connection.
Top 3 Revealed
After the Top 5 were announced, the show revealed which three acts would move on to the semifinals. The three acts chosen by America’s vote were:
Unreal
Bay Melnick Vigilio
Leo High School Choir
These three acts will represent this week’s quarterfinals in the upcoming semifinal round. As with many live-vote competitions, opinions differed among viewers about which acts deserved to advance, and some fans expressed disappointment that other talented performers did not make the Top 3.
America’s Got Talent 2025 Top 3 Heading to the Semifinal
Semifinalists from this quarterfinal episode:
- Unreal
- Bay Melnick Vigilio
- Leo High School Choir
Eliminated Acts
The following acts were eliminated from the competition following the results show:
- Boston Dynamics
- Alain Simonov
- Alex Zinger
- EDT Dance Team
- Ben Hightower
- Jonglissimo – Top 5
- Duo Stardust – Top 5
This results night reflected both the unpredictability of live voting and the range of talent this season brings to the stage. Some acts benefitted from strong audience connection and consistent performances, while others were undone by a single night that didn’t resonate as expected. Fans will now look ahead to the semifinals to see how the remaining acts build on their momentum and which performances capture America’s vote next.