'AGT' Season 19: Watch Jo De Rijck's baffling 'chicken' performance that left judges speechless
PASADENA, CALIFORNIA: During the most recent episode of Season 19 of 'America's Got Talent', mentalist Jo De Rijck wowed the judges with his mind-reading act featuring a chicken all the way from Belgium.
The chicken astounded everyone by accurately pinpointing Simon Cowell's fear of "giant spiders" from a selection of four options. It then went on to correctly identify Sofia Vergara's fear of "dark oceans" and Howie Mandel's fear of "drowning" in a unique and captivating manner.
Both Heidi Klum and Sofia Vergara were enamored by the chicken's abilities, meanwhile Simon commended the act for its originality and impressive magic. Following unanimous approval from the judges, Jo De Rijck and his talented chicken advanced to the next round of the competition.
Who is Jo De Rijck on 'AGT' Season 19?
Jo De Rijck, a talented artist from Belgium, first discovered his love for entertaining at a young age of three. As he grew older, Jo's determination to become a performer only intensified, leading him to start performing at kids' parties at the age of eight, where he even trained his cat to perform tricks. This early passion for entertaining eventually led Jo to pursue a full-time career as an artist by the time he turned 18.
Throughout his career, Jo often incorporated trained animals into his performances, not only to showcase their intelligence but also to raise awareness about animal welfare. Despite his success in the entertainment industry, Jo felt a deep calling to become a Christian missionary when he was 21. He took a temporary break from his career to follow this path, but after trying out various jobs and doing missionary work, Jo's passion for performing resurfaced.
After making a successful comeback to the stage, Jo quickly built up his career again by winning comedy festivals and landing many gigs. With his sights set on 'AGT' Season 19, Jo is eager to further establish himself as a talented artist on a larger scale.
'AGT' star Jo De Rijck previously appeared on 'Penn and Teller' show
Jo de Rijck's rise to fame began when he made a memorable appearance on the highly acclaimed television program 'Penn & Teller: Fool Us'. This widely watched show, known for showcasing the talents of magicians and entertainers, provides participants with the ultimate challenge of trying to deceive the renowned magician duo, Penn & Teller, with their elaborate illusions and magic tricks.
Jo's appearance on the show left a lasting impression on viewers, as he wowed the audience with his unique act featuring a chicken that could seemingly read minds. Not only was his performance entertaining, but it also highlighted his remarkable talent for training animals in a way that captivated everyone watching.
Being a contestant on 'Penn & Teller: Fool Us' was a pivotal moment for Jo, as it not only gave him the opportunity to showcase his skills on a global stage but also solidified his reputation as a skilled and inventive entertainer.
'America's Got Talent' Season 19 airs on NBC every Tuesday at 8 pm ET.