'AGT' Season 19: Watch Heidi Klum's intimidating reaction to Connett Croghan's scary jump-roping audition
PASADENA, CALIFORNIA: In the fifth episodeof the 19th season of 'America's Got Talent', Connett Croghan, a personal trainer hailing from Los Angeles, showcased his passion for jump roping to the tunes of Rock & Roll music.
Despite his contagious energy, the audience did not seem to connect with his performance and their disapproval was evident through the chorus of boos that echoed through the venue.
Connett's performance was cut short as all four judges unanimously pressed their red "X" buttons, signaling their disapproval.
Heidi Klum remarked that he looked as if he were "possessed," meanwhile Sofia Vergara complimented his appearance but criticized his act.
Despite his conviction that his unique "rock and roll jump rope" routine was deserving of a million-dollar prize, Simon Cowell's doubts proved to be valid as Connett was ultimately eliminated from the competition after receiving four buzzers.
Each of the four judges slammed their red buzzers after Connett's performance.
Who is Connett Croghan on 'AGT' Season 19?
In addition to his expertise in jump roping, Connett Croghan is a multi-talented individual who excels in various creative fields such as performing, writing, comedy, voice acting, and music. Alongside his artistic endeavors, he also works part-time as a personal training coach at 24 Hour Fitness, a position he has held since the beginning of 2022.
Before taking on his current roles, Connett has held a diverse array of positions including working as a baker/cashier at Cheesecake Factory, managing sales, and serving as an events staff member at Pentacrest Museums. He also has experience working as a part-time cashier at Hancher.
'AGT' Season 19 contestant Connett Croghan taught improv during college time
Connett Croghan, a contestant on the popular television show 'America's Got Talent' during its nineteenth season, graduated from the University of Iowa with a bachelor's degree in Communications and Media Studies specializing in Theatre Arts. His time at the university spanned from 2012 to 2017, as detailed on his professional networking profile on LinkedIn.
While studying at the University of Iowa, Connett consistently achieved a GPA of 3.73. He actively participated in the theatre arts department, showcasing his talent as a member of the improv troupe Paperback Rhino.
In addition, Connett generously devoted his time to coaching improv for his high school's speech team during his college tenure. Furthermore, he made valuable contributions to Funny or Die's University of Iowa branch by creating content and overseeing its social media presence.
Stream 'America's Got Talent' Season 19 every Tuesday on NBC at 8 pm ET