'AGT: Fantasy League' fans disappointed by excessive wire usage in Sofie Dossi's act
LOS ANGELES, CALIFORNIA: 'America's Got Talent: Fantasy League' Season 1 finalist Sofie Dossi delivered a remarkable performance during the NBC show's finale. Throughout her act, she effortlessly showcased her exceptional flexibility. Following her performance, Sofie received a standing ovation from all the judges including Simon Cowell, Heidi Klum, Mel B, and Howie Mandel and the audience continued to cheer for her.
Commenting on the act, Heidi exclaimed, "Absolutely incredible. Okay Sofie just learned this 2 weeks ago contraption, I don't know I want to call it the wheel of death it's crazy and you know you are so strong so innovative and so beautiful. I mean this was a perfect act."
Simon added, "That was incredible. I mean seriously Sofie, I remember the first time we saw you several years ago, we thought what a talented person now to see that 8 years later and it's homegrown, that's what's called stepping it up for a final and big time."
Mel B chimed in, "I concur with what you both said but in my opinion, I wanted it to go a bit longer because I know you are self-taught and I know we have seen you shoot the arrow but something like that we have never seen before but I wish it was that bit longer but it was brilliant."
Howie shared, "You know how they say practice makes a man perfect, that's a lie because you are perfect without the practice."
Shortly after, viewers of the show shared their perspectives on Sofie's performance. One social media user wrote, "Feel a bit less wowed knowing that she had a lifeline attached. Seen performers on this show do these kind of acrobats without it."
Another user commented, "U can see the wire tho. i mean she's brilliant but is that for safety?"
A comment read, "Am I the only one who saw the black rope holding her up the entire time?"
A user said, "Not saying that she does isn't good but sure I saw some sort of wire behind her making sure that she didn't fall so it's not all that great."
One user said, "She is not good enough."
An X user said, "This was amazing by @sofiedossi, but it looks like she was suspended by a wire. I hope I'm wrong, though."
This was amazing by @sofiedossi, but it looks like she was suspended by a wire. I hope I'm wrong, though #agtfantasyleague pic.twitter.com/FEopmii6wA
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Sofie Dossi refers to 'AGT' as 'the best experience of her life'
While discussing her time on the NBC show 'AGT' with Everly Mag, Sofie expressed, "America’s Got Talent was the best experience of my life. It pushed me beyond the boundaries of what I ever thought I could do." The 22-year-old continued, "I faced the challenge of creating new acts with every new round and had to impress each and every time. To be challenged like that in front of millions of people was a feeling that I can’t put into words."
The 'AGT' star went on to say, "On top of that, getting the Golden Buzzer was the most euphoric moment ever. It doesn’t get much better than glittering gold raining down on you and a huge audience plus celebrity judges giving you a standing ovation!"
How many times has Sofie Dossi competed in 'AGT'?
Sofie made a triumphant appearance in the 'AGT' Season 11 finale, and her success on the show led to her return not once, but twice, to the franchise. During the first month of 2019, she participated in the inaugural season of 'AGT: Champions.' Unfortunately, her journey on the show was cut short as she was eliminated prematurely, leaving her fans and viewers alike disappointed. Sofie returned to 'AGT: Fantasy League' for a remarkable third time, securing her second Golden Buzzer from Heidi Klum. This honor, coupled with being part of Team Heidi, propelled her to the highly anticipated finale, offering a chance to showcase her talent on the grandest stage.
What's the reason behind Sofie Dossi's flexibility?
Sofie asserts that her inherent flexibility was present from birth, leading her to discover her contortionist talents at a young age. In the interview with Every Mag, Sofie Dossi mentioned, "I was 12 years old and watching Cirque du Soleil videos on YouTube seeing performers bending and twisting and thought, 'Hey, I can do that!'" The talented contortionist continued, "So I kept watching and started to teach myself. I got better with consistent practice and focus. I’ve always been naturally flexible but never thought it was anything unique until then."
'AGT: Fantasy League' releases new episodes every Monday on NBC at 8 pm ET.