'AGT' Season 19: Watch Legion's act that left Sofia Vergara speechless

'AGT' Season 19 dance group Legion earned Sofia Vergara's coveted Golden Buzzer during auditions
PUBLISHED JUN 12, 2024
'AGT' Season 19 dance group Legion earns Sofia Vergara's Golden Buzzer during auditions (YouTube/AGT)
'AGT' Season 19 dance group Legion earns Sofia Vergara's Golden Buzzer during auditions (YouTube/AGT)

PASADENA, CALIFORNIA: In the third episode of Season 19 of 'America's Got Talent',the spotlight was on the Argentinian Malambo dance group known as Legion. They mesmerized the audience with their performance of the traditional Malambo dance, which has its roots on the Argentine Pampas dating back to the 1600s.

This dance form is all about showcasing rhythm and does not involve any lyrics. It involves a dynamic combination of drums, rhythmic stomping, and precise footwork. Dressed in traditional gaucho boots, the Malambo dancers are truly masters of tap dancing. They set their feet on fire at the start of their act.During auditions, their dangerous fire act left all the judges stunned and amazed, completely flooring them with their performance. 

Simon Cowell said, "We needed that. That was epic." Howie Mandel added his thoughts, exclaiming, "Wow that was very exciting, very unexpected, very surprising." Heidi Klum added, "Yeah, I don't know anything about this type of dance but I was feeling every bit of it and I loved it. It was incredible. Many dances have danced on this stage but their feet have never been on fire. It really really was a treat."

Soon after, Simon Cowell shared, "You know this is something, I genuinely can see in Vegas. I can see how much this means to you. What I love about the show is we're seeing acts from all over the world and of course America, we've never seen this before and it's just the best feeling in the world when something just works like that and it's exciting and new and real. Brilliant."

Sofia Vergara, said, "Well, I mean I guess all the judges are so like fascinated with you guys because for them this is something so different and exciting, You know I'm South American I've seen this dance many times. For me, you guys have to do something spectacular."

Before pressing the Golden Buzzer, Sofia expressed, "That was spectacular. I thought it was amazing. I've never seen anything like that and that's exactly why I'm gonna do this."


 
 
 
 
 
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Who are Legion on 'AGT' Season 19?

Legion, the dance group from Season 19 of 'AGT', has strong ties to Italy. The dancers of Legion Malambo hail from Argentina, the place where the Malambo dance originated, inspiring their group name. Fabian Serna not only showcases his talent as a dancer but also takes on the roles of choreographer and creative director within the group.

The members of Legion were carefully selected based on their passion for studying and working in the dance industry with the utmost responsibility and respect. Their participation in Tú Sí Que Vales is aimed at promoting the Malambo dance in Europe, with a particular focus on Italy. This close connection to Italy holds special significance for some members of the group, who have Italian roots.

'AGT' Season 19 dance group Legion hails from Argentina (YouTube/AGT)
'AGT' Season 19 dance group Legion hails from Argentina (YouTube/AGT)

Who is the director of 'AGT' Season 19 dance group Legion?

Fabian Serna, the director of the dance group Legion on'AGT' Season 19, has led his talented dancers to captivate audiences worldwide. Fabian's artistic journey has taken him across Argentina's diverse provinces and to numerous countries such as Germany, Switzerland, Italy, France, England, Spain, Japan, Chile, Brazil, Uruguay, the United States, and Colombia, where he has showcased his passion for dance and creativity.

Fabian has received invitations to showcase his talents at prestigious national festivals like the 'Emerging City' festival hosted by the Buenos Aires government, which recognizes his creativity and representation of Argentine culture.

He has also been featured in government-sponsored events such as 'Mercado De Industrias Culturales Argentinas,' 'TECNOPOLIS,' 'Conectar Igualdad,' and the 'Festival Internacional De Buenos Aires,' demonstrating his widespread recognition and success in the artistic community.

Fabian diligently recorded information for various international publications and media outlets such as CARACOL TV, FOX, MTV, and UNIVISION. He also provided notes for Clarin, La Nacion, Argentine Time, People, and Page / 12, among others.

Fabian achieved victory in the competition 'Your Glory Minute' on Canal 13 and made a guest appearance on the popular show 'VIVO EN ARG' on Canal 7.

Presently, he is traveling through Japan as a member of the Kaminos, a group that combines Folklore and Flamenco music, under the leadership of Clara Giannoni. Gilles Brinas, who is the director of the Che Malambo program at Heyoka company, shared that Fabián has gained a wealth of international travel experience. 

Fabian Serna is the director of 'AGT' Season 19 dance group Legion (Instagram/fabianserna)
Fabian Serna is the director of 'AGT' Season 19 dance group Legion (Instagram/fabianserna)

'AGT' Season 19 dance group Legion thinks they are 'going to win'

The members of the group Legion on 'AGT' Season 19 are confident in their abilities and believe that they have what it takes to emerge victorious in the competition. They are determined and focused on achieving their goal of winning the show.

They believe they have what it takes to come out on top, and they are vying for the top spot. The dance group is eager to give it their all and are hopeful that they will win in the end. The audience was left in awe as the group surprised them by setting their feet ablaze at the beginning of their performance.

The flames flickered and danced, casting an eerie glow on the stage as the dancers moved with precision and grace. The daring act captivated the audience, leaving them on the edge of their seats in anticipation of what would come next. The group's fearless display of skill and showmanship set the tone for an unforgettable performance that would leave a lasting impression on all who witnessed it.

'AGT' Season 19 dance group Legion thinks they are 'going to win' (YouTube/AGT)
'AGT' Season 19 dance group Legion thinks they are 'going to win' (YouTube/AGT)

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

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