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31 May 2023

Inside Amazon’s Luxury Department: Save Up to 60% Off Select Items

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Did you know Amazon has an entire department dedicated to luxury goods from Louis Vuitton, Gucci, Chanel, Yves St. Laurent, Prada, Fendi, Dior and more? And if you dig hard enough, you’ll can major deals on top brands.

Right now, Amazon Luxury is offering up to 50% off accessories, including shoes, sunglasses, bags and other must-haves from designers like Giuseppe Zanotti, Oscar de La Renta, Ellie Saab, Sergio Hudson, Studio 189, Adriana Degreas and Christoper Kane.

Amazon’s Luxury department is a one-stop shop for higher-priced items from designers that you’d find in luxury stores such as Neiman Marcus, Berdgorf Goodman and Saks Fifth Ave. Shop ready-to-wear looks, beauty essentials, jewelry, watches and other accessories along with lots of “pre-loved” handbags from Louis Vuitton, Chanel Hermès (yes, you can actually buy a Birkin bag at Amazon for around $1 6,000).

Alexandre Birman, Annoushkha, CVC Stones, Edward Bess, Dundas, Rolex, Sensi Studio, Jennifer Meyer, Linda Farrow and Mark Cross are some of the other luxury designers available at Amazon. To get you started, we curated a list of items to shop for the season (click here to launch your Amazon Prime membership and enjoy free shipping).

See below for purses, dresses, swimwear and other items to shop for summer, including sale items up to 60% off and pre-owned designer bags.

CHANEL, Pre-Loved Yellow Caviar Lunch Box Vanity, Yellow

$4,150.00

Made from Caviar leather, this vintage mid-90s Chanel Lunch Box vanity features the brand’s signature interlocking “CC” embroidery, gold-plated logo hardware and a leather shoulder strap in addition to the top handle.

Adriana Degreas,Fig Tricolor Strapless Bikini, Purple/Gold

$130.00 $315.00 59% OFF

It’s that time of year again. With summer less than a month away, now would be a good time to stock up swimsuits and bikinis. The purple and gold bikini pictured above take its design inspiration from ’70s swimwear — and it’s almost out of stock!

Giuseppe Zanotti, Brett Reptile-Print Flats, 6, Gold

$175.00 $350.00 50% OFF

These Giuseppe Zanotti reptile-print flats are available in gold, silver and black (sizes 6-17). Click here to shop GZ sneakers on sale for up to 50% off and here for GZ Brett Glitter Flats ($175 ).

Yves Saint Laurent, Pre-Loved Black Calfskin Kate Tassel Medium, Black

$2,450.00

A chic edition to your purse collection, the YSL Kate silhouette shoulder bag is crafted from smooth calfskin leather and features a gold-tone chain-link strap with a chain tassel fixture at the center.

Patbo, Tropicalia Bandeau Bikini Top, XL, Island Blue

$87.00 $145.00 40% OFF

This bikin is available in island blue and harbour pink — tops and bottoms sold separately.

Sergio Hudson, Slip Dress, 6, Leopard

$567.00 $945.00 40% OFF

Hit the town in a slinky, Sergio Rossi slip dress — which is available in leopard print as well as black, fuchsia, purple and terracotta.

CHANEL, Pre-Loved Pink Chevron Lambskin Boy Bag Small, Pink

$5,500.00

Chanel’s timeless, small Boy Bag is made from pink lambskin leather with chevron quilting and finished with gold-tone hardware.

Patbo, Tropicalia Long Sleeve Mini Dress, L, Harbour Pink

$375.00 $625.00 40% OFF

Get tropical in a lovely PatBo long sleeve dress available in pink or black and sizes ranging from XS-XL.

Louis Vuitton, Pre-Loved Damier Ebene Weekender MM, Brown

$1,895.00

Heading on a trip? Louis Vuitton weekender bags typically retail for around $2,500 and up, but this pre-owned version is under $2,000.

Adriana Degreas, Montaigne Cut-Out Midi Dress, S, Off White

$518.00 $740.00 30% OFF

A white dress is a summer staple. This Adriana DeGreas Cut-Out Midi Dress features a halter-neck chain and a side split.

31 May 2023

Rihanna’s Fenty Beauty Rings in ‘Summatime’ With New Collection

Whether your summer vibe is full-on glam or dewy minimalism, Rihanna wants to give your makeup collection a glow-up. To help you prep for sunnier days, her brand Fenty Beauty has released a “Summatime” collection featuring shades inspired by sunsets.

The new products feature a pink and orange ombré design that comes in the form of a lip stain, cheek and lip stick, refillable lipstick and limited-edition water bottle. All of these are available wherever Fenty Beauty is sold including the Fenty Beauty site, Ulta Beauty and Sephora.

The brand took to Instagram to show off the new limited-time collection while providing some nail inspo, captioning the post “#SUMMATIME is all about catching a vibe and the sunset themed, gradient colors on our limited edition #FENTYICON case is giving just that.”

Get ready for summer and shop Fenty Beauty’s new collection below while it’s still in stock.

For more product recommendations, check out our roundups of the best sunscreens, refillable lipsticks and AAPI beauty and skincare brands.

Fenty Beauty Poutsicle Hydrating Lip Stain

$27

Nothing completes a kissable pout like a hydrating lip stain and Fenty’s exclusive Poutsicle is up for the challenge. The lip product comes in fuchsia and purple, which will add a vibrant pop to your makeup look. It’s also customizable allowing you to go from a sheer look to medium coverage.

Fenty Beauty Match Stix Color-Adaptive Lip + Cheek

$32

Fenty’s Beauty Match Stix is the ultimate versatile product to have in your arsenal. Not only can you apply it to your lips and cheeks, but the shade is unique to the individual as it reacts to your body’s natural chemistry to provide your own personal color.

Fenty Icon Semi-Matte Refillable Lipstick

$20

No matter if you’re going out for drinks or to a picnic in the park, the Semi-Matte Refillable Lipsticks are travel necessities. Choose from three shades (fuchsia, magenta and orange) or stock up on all of them. The formula also uses hydrating ingredients including hyaluronic acid and vitamins C and E.

Fenty Icon The Case: Semi-Matte Lipstick Summatime Edition

$15

Carry your refillable lipstick in style with this limited edition case that’s boasting a trendy ombré design. Just attach your latest lipstick to the bullet base, close the case and throw the compact product into your purse.

Fenty Beauty Summatime Water Bottle

$24

Fenty’s Summatime Water Bottle is ready to be your accessory of the summer as it boasts a gorgeous sunset-inspired coloring and convenient clip for attaching to your backpack or purse. Now you can stay hydrated in style!

31 May 2023

Mobile Music: The Best Portable Recording Booths That You Can Buy Online for Cheap

Getting clear audio for music recordings requires more than just your smartphone’s microphone app. If you want to get isolated sounds, you’re going to need a recording booth, but professional studios cost a hefty price many wallets can’t just shell out. Rather than sacrifice your next single’s sound quality, you can invest in a portable recording booth, which will offer compact sizing and the ability to take it with you on the go.

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Ariana Grande, Ty Dolla $ign and Chloe Bailey are just a few artists who record music from the comfort of their home, and you can too — with the right supplies. If you love a DIY project and want to keep things under $100, you can create your own portable recording booth with just solid soundproofing foam panels, a microphone, microphone stand and audio isolator (this one comes with all three microphone parts). Don’t worry, though, there are also complete sets available if you’d rather avoid a project.

To get you started, we found portable recording booths that fit into smaller spaces and are packable.

See the list below.

For more product recommendations, check out our roundup on how to take online music lessons online and best over-ear headphones.

Snap Studio Vocal Booth

$499.99

The Snap Studio Vocal Booth has earned the label of an Amazon Choice not only for its 180-degree vocal shield, but its ability to create a pop-up recording booth wherever you are. The 360 booth comes with sound-insulating blankets, an easy to assemble pipe frame, reverberating reducing material and more.

Pyle Wood Microphone Isolation Shield

$75.99 $99.99 24% OFF

Record your latest podcast episode or song and receive the clear audio using this portable microphone isolation shield (and don’t forget your Shure microphone). It uses the combination of wood and 2-inch high-density foam to absorb sound and an adjustable mic depth to customize to your liking.

Griffin Studio Microphone Soundproofing Acoustic Foam Panel

$43.95 $51.95 15% off% OFF

Prevent outside noises from disrupting your recording using Griffin’s Studio Microphone Soundproofing Acoustic Foam Panel. It’s made from a 2-inch high density foam and five panels that are foldable to carry with you from place to place.

SE Electronics Reflexion Filter PRO

$199

Capture audio or instrument sounds without any background noise with the help of SE Electronics’ Reflexion Filter PRO. It’s designed with six main layers to allow sound waves to pass through and absorb, while the included mic stand keeps everything still.

Iconic Mars Comet Recording Vocal Studio Isolation Booth

$99.95

For the most compact possible design, consider the Iconic Mars Comet Recording Vocal Studio Isolation Booth. It simply slips over your microphone and the high density foam ensures your vocals or instrumentals are the only thing being recorded. It also only weighs six ounces ensuring you won’t have to lug it from place to place.

SE Electronics Reflexion Filter X

$99

Whether you’re recording in your bedroom or from the road, this SE Electronics Reflexion Filter X will make sure only the best audio is captured. It just requires a mic stand and your mic to isolate and ensure your next single is captured.

TroyStudio Portable Sound Recording Vocal Booth Box

$32.99 $42.99 23% OFF

TroyStudios portable recording booth is completely versatile as it can go on a mic stand, desk, office and more. The five walls of high density foam will completely surround your microphone blocking out any unwanted sounds allowing you to focus on recording your sound bites. It’s even foldable for easy storage and packability.

XTUGA Recording Microphone Isolation Shield

$59.99

The last thing you want is the sound of a passing car or background chatter getting in the way of your next recording. That’s where XTUGA’s isolation shield steps in as it’s bendable and flexible to go over your microphone and customize it to your specific needs.

31 May 2023

The Rolling Stones Team Up With Keurig in Exciting Limited-Edition Collaboration

Keurig and the legendary rock group The Rolling Stones have come together for a first of its kind collaboration — and we’ve got a sneak peek. Fans will certainly love this collab a latte as it not only combines rock ‘n roll with the delicious caffeinated beverage, but features a bundle of custom designed Keurig supplies inspired by the band’s popular song “Start Me Up.”

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To get you rolling into summer on the right note, this kit comes with the new K-Iced Brewer, a Rolling Stone-themed iced coffee tumbler and “Start Me Up” coffee blend K-Cup pods. Everything included in the K-Iced Brewer machine features a white and red design with the iconic red lips logo on the side. Instead of the timeless red tongue though, it’s been replaced with swirls of brown inspired by iced coffee.

This exclusive collaboration won’t be available to purchase until June 6, but fans can sign up here to be reminded. There’s only a limited amount of these bundles being made, which means you definitely don’t want to think too long on this.

Collectors and coffee lovers alike won’t want to miss out on adding this to their kitchen as it’s not only a conversation starter, but comes with a mix of enviable features. The K-Iced Brewer not only brews iced coffee but for hot beverage fans, you can still make a steaming cup of joe in the morning. The removable drip tray also means you can fit up to 7-inch tall tumblers and travel mugs.

No matter what your coffee preferences are make sure you mark your calendar and sign up to snag one of these Keurig x The Rolling Stone bundles while you can.

For more product recommendations, check out our roundups on the Rolling Stones x Lego Art Set, the best band tees, and best record players and turntables.

31 May 2023

Tyson Ritter Claims Machine Gun Kelly ‘Went Ballistic’ When He Made a Provocative Suggestion to Co-Star Megan Fox

Tyson Ritter is used to making audiences go wild as the frontman of All-American Rejects. But during a chat with radio host Stryker on his Tuna on Toast podcast, the singer-turned-occasional-actor shared an intense run-in he had with Machine Gun Kelly on the set of the recently released low-budget crime drama Johnny & Clyde that sounds pretty wild.

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In fact, Ritter said the confrontation was so fiery he used it as acting inspiration for his role in the upcoming film Prisoner’s Daughter with Kate Beckinsdale and Succession‘s Brian Cox. Ritter said among the plot points in the Johnny film — which he sighed is “kind of an okay… bad movie” — is Fox’s character, Alana Hart, teasing his henchman character Vince about putting a finger in her mouth.

Ritter thought it might be interesting to call back to that moment and put his fingers in Fox’s mouth during her death scene later in the film. “So I go over [to her trailer] and there’s her man in there with her. This Colson guy, who you know as Machine Gun Kelly,” he said of Fox’s rapper/rocker/actor fiancé. “I call him Pistol Pete. So I go over there and I was like, ‘Hey, Megan. I wanted to talk to you about this moment where, when you die, because you’ve been teasing putting my fingers in your mouth, that when you’re dead, I put my fingers in your mouth. And it’s like this sort of resolution to my character getting his revenge.”

According to Ritter, that’s when MGK allegedly lost it and gave him “the greatest gift” for his Daughter role. “Colson just goes from… zero to like awesome rage and awesome super angry… He was super-bummed about me asking if I could put my fingers in Megan Fox’s mouth. He just went ballistic. It kinda went maniac mode,” Ritter said, noting that he kept his cool as MGK was allegedly losing it. “I think the whole experience for me was, ‘What the actual f–k is happening?,’” Ritter recalled. ” He had this baby’s arm of a joint dangling out of his mouth. And he was fully unhinged.”

At press time spokespeople for Fox and MGK had not returned a request for comment.

Though it was off-putting, Ritter said the run-in helped him get into character for the other movie he was shooting at the same time, Prisoner’s Daughter, in which he plays a violent, hostile character. “I was like, this is what I’ve been looking for with my character on Prisoner’s Daughter,” Ritter said he thought while MGK was allegedly shouting at him. “Because the next day I had to shoot this scene in Vegas where this character goes in and confronts Kate Beckinsale, who’s his ex-wife, and he goes from zero to apes–t. And I didn’t, I was really struggling [with] how to flip that switch.”

While Ritter said he originally planned to use his relationship with his father to reach down deep for his character’s motivation, the alleged MGK incident helped him dial it in further. “I remember when Pistol Pete just started going ape on me, I was like, this is really confrontational, but also thank you, dude,” Ritter said. “A lot of my role, in that one moment especially, it’s not only my dad being his drunkest, wildest self, but there’s a little bit of Pistol Pete in my role for Prisoner’s Daughter.”

Johnny & Clyde dropped earlier this month and Prisoner’s Daughter is due out on June 30. All-American Rejects are slated to launch their first major tour since 2017 on June 16 at Phase Fest in Kansas City.

Watch the Johnny & Clyde trailer and the Stryker interview below.

31 May 2023

Watch a Violinist Deliver a Rockin’ System of a Down Cover on ‘America’s Got Talent’

Grammy-winning metal band System of a Down is best known for hair-raising hits such as “B.Y.O.B.” and “Aerials,” and now — thanks to America’s Got Talent contestant Phillip Bowen’s stunning violin cover of “Chop Suey!” on the show’s season premiere on Tuesday (May 30) — the world can enjoy an impressive reimagining of one of the band’s most beloved classics.

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Owning the stage with just his violin and a forest green baseball cap, the season 18 hopeful ripped through a rendition of “Chop Suey!” that retained the verve of System of a Down’s original. The band’s seminal hit peaked No. 76 on the Billboard Hot 100 back in 2002, and earned the California rockers their first Grammy nomination, for best metal performance.

Bowen punctuated his performances with bits of audience banter including “I got it!” and “Let’s Go!” His energy — both as a personality and a performer — was palpable, adding another layer of entertainment to his audition.

The most beautiful moment of Bowen’s performance, however, occurs just as his cover reaches the first intensity peak in “Chop Suey!” As he begins to get more visibly comfortable and lose himself in the music, the camera cuts to his proud mom crying tears of happiness in the audience. By the end of his performance, the audience rewarded Bowen with a fervent standing ovation, while the judges unanimously decided to advance the West Virginia native to the next round.

To date, System of a Down has earned five Hot 100 hits, including “B.Y.O.B.” (No. 27), “Hypnotize” (No. 57) and “Toxicity” (No. 70). The band has also charted five projects on the Billboard 200, including Toxicity, Mezmerize and Hypnotize, all of which have reached the summit.

31 May 2023

Sam Smith & Madonna Are Getting ‘Vulgar’ With Their New Single

After giving the world a taste of the “Unholy,” Sam Smith is ready to deliver something even dirtier with their new song — and this time, they’ve got pop icon Madonna on board to help.

On Wednesday (May 31), Smith and Madonna confirmed the release of their upcoming collaboration, “Vulgar.” Madge shared some artwork across her social media, showing a pair of tightly cinched black-and-white corsets underneath the duo’s initials — which were cheekily shortened to a simple “S&M.” “VULGAR…………. new song out Friday June 9th @samsmith,” Madonna captioned the post.

The announcement comes after about a week’s worth of buildup. On May 24, Smith teased that a collaboration with the “Like a Prayer” singer was on its way, sharing a looping audio clip across their social media accounts in which the pair groaned “Sam and Madonna.”

It then appeared that Smith was going to give their fans in Manchester a sneak preview of the new song during their show on May 24. Smith tweeted an image in the same style as their “Sam and Madonna” teaser, saying that “‘Unholy’ won’t be the last song” at their stop. However, fans never got to find out what the last song would have been, since Smith was forced to abruptly end the concert due to vocal issues.

Meanwhile, Madonna has been hard at work preparing for her upcoming Celebration Tour, a globe-spanning production looking back on four decades of hit songs from the pop icon. Set to kick off in Vancouver this July, the tour will also feature RuPaul’s Drag Race season eight winner Bob the Drag Queen as a special guest for each new show.

“Vulgar” is out everywhere Friday, June 9. Check out the official announcement below:

31 May 2023

Mzansi Youth Choir Win ‘AGT’ Golden Buzzer With Emotional Tribute to Nightbirde: Watch

America’s Got Talent has returned to our screens, and the tears have already begun flowing.

The auditions are always a mixed bag. To paraphrase Forrest Gump, you never know what you’re going to get.

With the Mzansi Youth Choir’s debut performance on the season 18 opener, we got something special.

The choir from South Africa was inspired by the story of the late Jane “Nightbirde” Marczewski, a talented singer who shone on the 2021 AGT stage, and blew away judges with her own audition.
On that occasion, Marczewski scored a golden buzzer with an original song, “It’s OK.”

Following that performance, the singer revealed that she had a 2% chance of survival from cancer that had spread to her lungs, spine and liver. The video garnered millions of views on YouTube and her performance warranted a standing ovation from all four judges.

Nightbirde exited AGT weeks later to focus on her health. Her story ended in tragedy, when Marczewski passed away in 2022, aged just 31.

She’s gone, but not forgotten. And on Tuesday night (March 30), Mzansi Youth Choir ensured her music would live on, and her legacy would continue, by covering “It’s OK”.

Hailing from Soweto, a township of Johannesburg, the choir was formed 20 years ago as a safe space for youngsters to develop and grow.

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Following the TV performance, tears. On stage, at the judging table and in living rooms around the world.

“For anyone who doesn’t know, we lost a very very special person from our AGT family. Her name was Jane. Her nickname was Nightbirde, and she sang this song,” Heidi Klum recapped for the audience. “It was really beautiful. Thank you.”

“That was the perfect AGT audition, remarked Sofia Vergara.

Howie Mandel was moved by what he heard and saw: “I’ll always remember Nightbirde. And to see that it touched people on the other side of the globe, unbelievable. You deserve so much more than a yes. And to be here, you deserve a thank-you.”

Judge Simon Cowell wore his emotions for the world to see. “This brought back so many memories for me,” he said, trembling and wiping tears from his face. “I know how much this would have meant to her. Right to the end she was so passionate about sharing her music…you’ve come back here with the most amazing tribute. It was perfect.”

The singers wouldn’t be denied. They earned the Golden Buzzer, and with it, a slice of history. Passage through the competition was awarded by the audience, a moment never seen before in AGT.

Watch below.

30 May 2023

Ariana Grande’s R.E.M. Beauty Is Officially PETA-Approved

Ariana Grande can not only say she’s a Billboard Hot 100 chart-topping singer, but also a founder of a PETA-approved beauty brand.

When it comes to makeup and skincare, it goes without saying that Grande is a trendsetter. As we become more aware of what goes into our products (and on our skin), making sure our beauty products are clean has been a trend that isn’t going away anytime soon.

Grande, though, has made it clear that her brand R.E.M Beauty is not just something she does on the side of filming Wicked and recording music. In fact, she takes pride in her beauty brand and even uses the products herself, as she showed in a recent TikTok debuting her tarot cards.

Soon, her products will be featuring PETA’s logo and be listed among PETA’s Beauty Without Bunnies list of products not tested on animals. This marks a major milestone, as the brand becomes one of more than 6,000 around the world to have banned all animal tests on their products, according to PETA. While R.E.M. beauty joins the growing list, there are still beauty brands that continue to test on animals, which PETA emphasized in a statement.

“Every cosmetics brand needs to break free from useless tests on animals, and thanks to Ariana’s fabulous cruelty-free line, R.E.M. beauty is now PETA-approved and leading the way,” PETA Senior Vice President Lisa Lange said.

For those new to the brand or if you just want to stock up on your favorites, Grande’s makeup products are available at Ulta Beauty or on the R.E.M. beauty website.

Here are just some of the bestselling R.E.M. beauty products that you can add to your cruelty-free makeup collection.

Beauty Midnight Shadows Eyeshadow Palette

$24

This bestselling eyeshadow palette features a mix of pinks and rusty reds that’ll serve au natural looks and something smokey for a night out. It’s even in a compact travel case to slip in your bag for mid-day touch ups.

Beauty Sweetener Concealer

$24

Cover blemishes, dark circles and more with this quality concealer you won’t need to constantly reapply. The formula boasts long lasting results that’ll go on smooth — not cakey and won’t leave your eyes begging for moisture.

On Your Collar Matte Lipstick

$19

Whether you go for a nude or pop of color look, this matte lipstick is here to help serve all your makeup fantasies. It’s made from a creamy yet nourishing formula that’ll keep your color in place without leaving you reaching for the closest chapstick.

Interstellar Highlighter Topper

$22

Bring some shimmer to your face with r.e.m . Beauty’s powder highlighter, which comes in 10 shades you can apply for a glowing, out of this world look.

And for more product recommendations, check out our roundups of AAPI beauty and skincare brands, refillable lipsticks and the best TikTok beauty alternatives.

30 May 2023

Who Won Every Season of ‘America’s Got Talent’?

NBC’s America’s Got Talent is kicking off its 18th season on Tuesday (May 30), and Billboard is looking back at the 17 talented winners who made history on the series so far.

Created by former American Idol judge, X Factor mastermind and Syco Entertainment founder Simon Cowell, the global talent competition premiered in the U.S. on NBC in 2006. The idea was to find the best talent of any age in the country — whether they specialized in singing, dancing, performing magic tricks, acting as a ventriloquist or even training dogs to do tricks — and then have them headline a show on the Las Vegas Strip on top of winning a $1 million cash prize.

The show is currently hosted by Terry Crews and features Cowell, Heidi Klum, Sofia Vergara and Howie Mandel as the judges, who recruit viewers’ help to crown the most talented contestant, and each season’s top pick runs the gamut of skill sets.

A handful of musicians have come out on top in the past, including the show’s first-ever champ, then-11-year-old singer Bianca Ryan, whose tiny frame belied her massive pipes on the Dreamgirls showstopper “And I Am Telling You I’m Not Going.” Other musical winners include late opera singer Neal Boyd (season 3), jazz singer Landau Eugene Murphy Jr. (season 6), then 12-year-old singer/songwriter Grace VanderWaal (season 11), and blind and autistic singer Kodi Lee (season 14). Two singing ventriloquists have taken home the prize too, with Terry Fator winning season 2 and then-12-year-old performer Darci Lynne winning season 12.

Below is a complete list of which talented act won at the end of every season.

Season 1

Winner: Bianca Ryan

At only 11 years old, the Philadelphia-based singer performed the Dreamgirls‘ showstopper “And I Am Telling You I’m Not Going” for her viral audition — and the only place she was going after that was straight to the finale.
Season 2

Winner: Terry Fator

With more than 20 years of experience and opening gigs for country superstars like Reba McEntire and Garth Brooks, the Dallas native became the first ventriloquist to win the talent competition series.
Season 3

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Winner: Neal E. Boyd

The Sikeston, Missouri-based classical opera singer won the competition in its third season and eventually landed a top 10 classical album with 2009’s My American Dream. He sadly died a decade after his victory on June 10, 2018.
Season 4

Winner: Kevin Skinner

The Kentucky-based country singer and guitar player quickly became a fan favorite in the fourth season with his stirring cover of Garth Brooks’ “If Tomorrow Never Comes.” The judges compared him to a diamond in the rough, and his unique ability carried him all the way to the end of the competition.
Season 5

Winner: Michael Grimm

The Colorado-born, Mississippi-raised blues singer had love on the brain during the competition and revealed that his girlfriend at the time, Lucie Zolcerova, inspired his finale performance of Percy Sledge’s “When a Man Loves a Woman.” Not only did he win the fifth season, but he also got the girl at the end: He proposed to Zolcerova during a taping of Ellen just a day after he claimed victory (and she said yes!).
Season 6

Winner: Landau Eugene Murphy Jr.

The Logan County, West Virginia, native and jazz singer let the spirit of Frank Sinatra guide him all the way to the end of the competition, starting with his audition performance of “I’ve Got You Under My Skin” to covering “My Way” in the finale.
Season 7

Winner: Olate Dogs

Richard and Nicholas Olate, the Houston-based Chilean-American father-son duo of dog trainers, and their crew of rescue pups had the judges flipping out at the sight of all their tricks.
Season 8

Winner: Kenichi Ebina

The Japanese dancer might have been a solo act, but he immersed himself so well with his surroundings that he acted as each of the characters in the video screen behind him.
Season 9

Winner: Mat Franco

The Johnston, Rhode Island, native became the first magician to win the talent competition series. But his sleight-of-hand style of magic didn’t just secure him an AGT victory. His ongoing Las Vegas show, Magic Reinvented Nightly, earned him the best magic show award at the Las Vegas Review-Journal’s Best of Las Vegas Awards and is the top-rated magic show in Vegas.
Season 10

Winner: Paul Zerdin

The internationally renowned British comedian and ventriloquist, who had even performed in front of the Queen, had the judges giving him (and his puppet Sam) standing ovations round after round.
Season 11

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Winner: Grace VanderWaal

One of the most memorable wins in AGT history goes to the Lenexa, Kansas-born singer-songwriter and ukulele player, who took home the title at age 12. In the immediate years following her victory, VanderWaal released the full-length album Just the Beginning, accepted the Rising Star Award at Billboard‘s Women in Music, won a Radio Disney Music Award and Teen Choice Award, and toured with Imagine Dragons.
Season 12

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Winner: Darci Lynne

The Oklahoma native (and her puppet Petunia) became the second singing ventriloquist to win AGT following her “idol” Terry Fator and went on to sell out headlining shows across the country, perform at the Grand Ole Opry, open for Fergie at Caesars Palace and star in her own NBC Christmas special My Hometown Christmas.
Season 13

Winner: Shin Lim

The Canada-born, Massachusetts-based act became the second magician to win AGT following Mat Franco. The fellow “sleight-of-hand artist” also became the 2015 International Federation of Magic Societies (FISM) champaign for the close-up card tricks he always has up his sleeve.
Season 14

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Winner: Kodi Lee

The Lake Elsinore, California-based singer, who is blind and autistic, took home the title after a string of stirring performances at the piano. His flawless cover of Donny Hathaway’s “A Song for You” earned Lee the first golden buzzer of the competition from judge Gabrielle Union, securing his title as the favorite ever since.
Season 15

Winner: Brandon Leake

The Stockton, California, native blew away the competition and captivated millions with his emotional spoken-word pieces before finally taking the crown.
Season 16

Winner: Dustin Tavella

The magician was a man of many talents during his season 16 run. He impressed in the first round with his card trickery, then pulled out his mentalist skills in the semis, and in the final stretch, floored everyone with routines that fused storytelling and eye-popping magic.
Season 17

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Winner: Mayyas

The Lebanese all-women dance group was a strong contender from the start, earning a golden buzzer from judge Sofia Vergara during the June 21 episode. They even managed to impress Simon Cowell that night, with the acerbic judge noting at the time, “It was arguably the best dance act we’re likely to have ever seen. And we are honored to have you here.”

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