(UPDATED) Filipino-American singer Jessica Sanchez made history on Wednesday night (US time) as the grand winner of "America's Got Talent" Season 20.
Sanchez, who stunned audiences and show's judges Sofia Vergara, Simon Cowell, Mel B, and Howie Mandel. during her final performance on Tuesday night (US time), concluded her journey in the popular talent competition as the grand winner after receiving the highest number of votes. She won against improv rapper Chris Turner.
Sanchez is taking home the title of AGT 2025 grand winner and the $1-million prize.
"I'm sorry, I'm really emotional. This is amazing. Thank you so much America," Sanchez said after she was declared as the champion of the 20th season.
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Before the announcement of the winner, Sanchez once again belted "Golden Hour," while Circa Marea performed an aerial act.
In a video showing the reaction of the finalists' families reactions, Sanchez mother Edita said that she is very proud of her daughter.
"I'm so very proud of her. That she is going after her dream again," Edita said.
In a Facebook Live on Wednesday afternoon (Manila time), Sanchez thanked supporters for carrying her to the finale, calling the experience both a dream and a test of resilience. She delivered a powerful rendition of Bruno Mars and Lady Gaga’s “Die With a Smile.”
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Screen grab: NBCSanchez, who capped her “America’s Got Talent” season 20 finals performance with heartfelt gratitude, told her fans that she gave them her “very last breath on stage.”
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Sanchez, a Chula native, was part of the hit show's first season, where she also made it to the semi-finals.
In 2012, Sanchez also joined the 11th season of "American Idol" where she placed second.
The following year, she released her debut album "Me, You & the Music." She also appeared in the series "Glee."
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