'AGT' Season 19 fans slam judges for not hitting Golden Buzzer for head balancer Alejandro Licea Pellon
PASADENA, CALIFORNIA: In the recent episode of 'America's Got Talent' Season 19 Episode 8, Alejandro Licea Pellon delivered a captivating performance as a skilled headbalancer. With dreams of owning and directing a show in Las Vegas, the entertainment capital of the world, his act truly stood out.
Despite his nerves, Alejandro took to the stage with determination and grace, skillfully balancing on precarious rollers high above the unforgiving stage. His performance went off without a hitch, earning him four enthusiastic 'Yes' votes from the judges and propelling him further on his journey to achieving his lifelong dream.
Shortly after, the audience voiced their disappointment over the judges' decision not to award Alejandro a golden buzzer. Fans felt his performance deserved the prestigious recognition and took to social media to express their frustration and rally behind Alejandro.
One fan wrote, "How come this kind of Talent never get golden buzzer?! They deserve it more than anything!" Another fan added, "He definitely deserves a golden buzzer." One fan noted, "This is called talent, he deserve golden buzzers." Followed by a fan who said, "This act deserve golden buzzer. But judges give it to singers for sure."
'AGT' Season 19 judge Sofia Vergara finds Alejandro Licea Pellon's head balancing act 'nerve-wracking'
Sofia Vergara described Alejandro Licea Pellon's head-balancing act as "nerve-wracking," while Howie Mandel and Heidi Klum also expressed their admiration. Mandel noted that their hearts were pounding throughout the performance, and Klum praised the act for its continuous display of amazing moves.
Simon Cowell offered constructive criticism, advising Pellon to demonstrate progression in his performance. Despite this feedback, all four judges ultimately voted to advance him to the next round.
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Who is Alejandro Licea Pellon on 'AGT' Season 19?
Alejandro Licea Pellon, a skilled headbalancer hailing from Havana, the vibrant capital of Cuba, made a memorable impression on viewers with his performance on Season 9 of 'Got Talent España' in 2023.
Despite the risks involved, Alejandro fearlessly took to the stage during auditions, showcasing his unwavering dedication to his craft and his commitment to living a life in perfect equilibrium.
In a moment of vulnerability, Alejandro admitted that the odds of failure were against him, yet he remained undeterred. He revealed that he had prepared an even more daring and intricate performance for the next round.
At a certain moment, Santi Millán was forced to avert his eyes in fear as the difficulty of the act became overwhelming: "I swear I can't watch this." Despite the mounting tension, Alejandro surpassed all expectations by adding yet another cylinder to his already towering structure.
Alejandro's ability to balance on cylinders not only showcases his passion but also highlights his innate talent in the art of tightrope walking. Judge Risto Mejide was captivated by Alejandro's skills and recognized the unique potential in his performance. As a result, Alejandro received four affirmations, solidifying his place as a rising star in the world of tightrope walking.
Stream 'America's Got Talent' Season 19 airs on Tuesdays on NBC at 8 PM ET.