'AGT' Season 19 fans underwhelmed by Taiwanese magician Sam Huang's audition on NBC show

From a young age, Sam Huang developed a deep interest in the art of magic, particularly focusing on the realm of telekinesis
UPDATED MAY 29, 2024
'AGT' Season 19 contestant Sam Huang is deeply committed to passing on his magic expertise, having written books and created magic kits (YouTube/@agt)
'AGT' Season 19 contestant Sam Huang is deeply committed to passing on his magic expertise, having written books and created magic kits (YouTube/@agt)

PASADENA, CALIFORNIA: In the latest episode of 'America's Got Talent' Season 19, judges were left in awe by the astonishing performance of Taiwanese magician Sam Huang. From the moment he stepped on stage, Sam captivated both the judges and the audience with his mind-boggling trick of making his fingers seemingly disappear at will.

Simon Cowell described it as the most mind-blowing close-up magic he had ever seen, while Howie Mandel was left speechless, calling it both "crazy" and "unique."

Heidi Klum expressed her gratitude for Sam traveling from Taiwan to showcase his talent on the show. Sofia Vergara joined in on the praise, as all the judges unanimously voted for Sam to advance to the next round.

The magical performance of Sam Huang left a lasting impression on the judges. However, viewers of the NBC show did not find Sam's magic act particularly impressive and took to the internet to express their disappointment.

On social media, one fan wrote, "It's tricky not amazing." Another chimed in, "Not that good." One fan wrote, "This trick wouldn't be long, u have to show another trick." Another commented, "It's not cool when you know exactly how he does it." One comment read, "Fake."

Sam Huang impressed 'AGT' judges with his magic act (YouTube/AGT)
Sam Huang impressed 'AGT' judges with his magic act (YouTube/@agt)

Who is Sam Huang on 'AGT' Season 19?

Sam Huang, a talented magician from Taiwan, wowed judges on Season 19 of 'America's Got Talent' with his mind-blowing telekinesis abilities. Telekinesis, also known as psychokinesis, is the extraordinary skill of moving or manipulating objects using only the power of the mind, without any physical touch involved. 

From a young age, Sam Huang developed a deep interest in the art of magic, particularly focusing on the realm of telekinesis. His dedication and passion for the craft led him to hone his skills and gain recognition as a talented magician in Taiwan.

The art of telekinesis in magic frequently incorporates a blend of diversion, concealed aids, and delicate hand gestures to give the impression of manipulating objects with the mind. Through his adeptness in utilizing these methods, Sam Huang was able to captivate his audience and astound both spectators and critics.

Apart from his stage acts, Sam is deeply committed to passing on his magic expertise, having written books and created magic kits to impart his wisdom and motivate budding magicians globally.

'AGT' Season 19 contestant Sam Huang is a magician who hails from Taiwan (YouTube/AGT)
'AGT' Season 19 contestant Sam Huang is a magician who hails from Taiwan (YouTube/@agt)

Which contestants won Golden Buzzers during 'AGT' Season 19 Episode 1?

Learnmore Jonasi and Richard Goodall were the standout contestants of 'AGT' Season 19 Episode 1, both receiving Golden Buzzers. Learnmore Jonasi, a stand-up comic from Zimbabwe, shared that he learned to speak English by watching comedy specials.

Jonasi's performance was set to Vanessa Carlton's "A Thousand Miles," perfectly showcasing his love for Terry Crews and his iconic role in 'White Chicks.' The audience gave him a standing ovation, and the judges, particularly fellow comedian Howie Mandel, showed their admiration. However, it was Terry Crews who truly stole the show, surprising Learnmore with the season's first Golden Buzzer as a reward for his hard work and kind words.

On the other hand, Richard Goodall hails from the city of Terre Haute in Indiana and is a 55-year-old father who currently works as a janitor. Despite his job, Richard has nurtured a lifelong passion for singing, though he has hesitated to pursue it due to a lack of confidence.

However, during his 'AGT' audition, Richard summoned his courage and delivered a heartwarming rendition of 'Don't Stop Believing.' Richard's performance deeply touched the judges, with Heidi Klum so impressed that she wasted no time in hitting her golden buzzer, propelling him straight to the live show segment of the competition.

Heidi Klum awarded her Golden Buzzer to Richard Goodall in 'AGT' Season 19 (NBC)
Heidi Klum awarded her Golden Buzzer to Richard Goodall in 'AGT' Season 19 (@nbc)

When does 'AGT' Season 19 Episode 2 air?

For those who are curious, let us share with you, that the second episode of 'America's Got Talent' Season 19 called 'Auditions 2' is set to premiere on Tuesday, June 4, 2024, at 8 pm ET exclusively on NBC.

The upcoming episode of the NBC show will showcase a diverse range of acts auditioning for the opportunity to win the grand prize of $1 million. This time around, there will be an increased number of golden buzzers, which will automatically advance select acts to the live shows where they will vie for the audience's votes.

'AGT' Season 19 Episode 2 drops on June 4, 2024, on NBC (YouTube/AGT)
'AGT' Season 19 Episode 2 drops on June 4, 2024, on NBC (YouTube/@agt)

'America's Got Talent' Season 19 airs on Tuesdays at 8 pm ET on NBC.

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