'AGT' Season 19 fans disappointed over shortened montage performance of Irish singer Sophie Lennon
PASADENA, CALIFORNIA: In the most recent installment of 'America's Got Talent' Season 19, Sophie Lennon, a talented 14-year-old singer from Ireland, performed a stunning rendition of 'Believe’. Unfortunately, the entirety of her audition was not showcased in the episode, leaving fans eagerly wanting more of her incredible talent.
Not long after the episode aired, viewers of the NBC show criticized the producers for prematurely ending her audition. They expressed their disappointment and frustration over the decision to cut her audition short.
The backlash from fans was swift and vocal, with many demanding an explanation and calling for a reevaluation of the editing choices made by the show's creators. Ultimately, the backlash served as a reminder of the power of viewers to hold the show accountable for its decisions and sparked a larger conversation about the ethics of reality TV production.
A Reddit user asked, "They kind of montaged her. She was right before Brooke Bailey."
Another user chimed in, "So, no full audition?" to which another user replied, "Not on the show. Maybe they'll release it on social media."
One comment read, "What was the point of everybody hyping up Sophie Lennon just for her to not be fully featured?"
'AGT' judge Simon Cowell advises Sophie Lennon 'to focus on theatrical singing'
During the feedback session with Sophie Lennon, Sofia Vergara repeatedly emphasized the abundance of incredible young talent in this season. The County Down native caught everyone's attention as soon as she stepped onto the stage, leaving the judges impressed.
Simon Cowell even offered her some advice, suggesting that she consider shifting her focus from a music career to pursuing opportunities in the theater world, given her natural talent and captivating stage presence.
Who is Sophie Lennon on 'AGT' Season 19?
Sophie Lennon is a talented young vocalist hailing from the picturesque County Down in Northern Ireland. At just 14 years old, she has already captivated audiences with her impressive vocal abilities and undeniable stage presence.
Raised in a region known for its rich musical tradition, Sophie has embraced her roots and incorporated elements of Irish folk music into her own unique sound. With a bright future ahead of her, Sophie is poised to make a lasting impact on the music industry.
Sophie has been given the chance to display her vocal talents not once, but twice, on the highly-watched TV program 'Britain's Got Talent'. She took the stage for auditions in both Season 15 and Season 17, impressing the judges and audience with her singing abilities.
In the year 2022, the Irish vocalist made her first appearance on the long-running reality television series 'Britain's Got Talent' during Season 15. Despite her initial audition not being broadcast, a teaser clip teased audiences with a glimpse of her impressive vocal abilities, leaving viewers curious about the song she performed.
Sophie took to her TikTok page to share her excitement after receiving positive feedback from the judges and advancing to the next round. Unfortunately, Sophie's journey on the show was cut short before reaching the Semi-finals, as she was seen onscreen holding a card with her name while the judges deliberated, indicating that she did not progress to the next phase of the competition.
Sophie tried out for 'Britain's Got Talent' Season 17, but her original audition was not shown on TV. During her audition, Simon Cowell asked her to sing a different song. Despite receiving praise from all the judges, Sophie did not advance to the next round.
Stream 'America's Got Talent' Season 19 airs on Tuesdays on NBC at 8 pm ET.