Internet uproar as V Unbeatable allegedly 'robbed' in 'rigged' 'AGT Fantasy League' win
LOS ANGELES, CALIFORNIA: In the 'America's Got Talent: Fantasy League' finale, V Unbeatable, the dance group, landed in third place, leaving fans furious and accusing the show of being 'rigged'. The acrobatic duo, The Ramadhani Brothers won the talent competition, making Howie Mandel the first-ever Dream Team-winning Judge. The second spot went to the percussion-based performance group, The Pack Drumline.
Despite their elimination, the Mumbai-based dance crew earned immense support, prompting fans to express disappointment and claim the results were rigged. A social media user tweeted, "The Unbeatable was ROBBED!" Another person, "The results are rigged. Very disappointed." Another critic penned, "The unbearable should have won this show is so rigged."
Another internet user commented, "I thought V Unbeatable would be unbeatable and win, but they only finished in third place. Third place is still amazing, but I wish they were the winners of AGT Fantasy League." Another X user wrote, "I'm absolutely shocked @v_unbeatable didn't win. What were people thinking? I can only imagine it's because they already won. #AGT I share Heidi's sentiment."
.@SimonCowell #AGT the unbearable should have won this show is so rigged.
— W Flower (@WFlower34051857) February 20, 2024
I thought V Unbeatable would be unbeatable and win, but they only finished in third place. Third place is still amazing, but I wish they were the winners of AGT Fantasy League. #AGT
— Simcha Genesove (@SimchaG) February 20, 2024
I'm absolutely shocked @v_unbeatable didn't win. What were people thinking? I can only imagine it's because they already won. #AGT
— Amanda Parsons (M.ED) (@Amanda_Parsons) February 20, 2024
I share Heidi's sentiment https://t.co/7N5RRCYUmW
Heidi Klum steals V Unbeatable from Howie Mandel
In a previous episode of 'AGT Fantasy League,' V Unbeatable's spectacular performance sparked a feud between judges Heidi Klum and Howie Mandel. During the semi-finals, the dance group delivered a heart-pounding act, defying gravity with airborne twists and turns, even flying over the judges' heads.
Heidi compared the performance to a 'movie' and complimented, "I literally sit here and say, 'Did I just see that?'" She added, "I mean, it’s so insane!" Additionally, the studio was filled with chanting 'press it' as the live audience suggested Heidi use her Golden Buzzer. While Mel B and Simon Cowell praised V Unbeatable's timing, talent, and showmanship, Heidi's decision left Howie disappointed.
What does the 'AGT Fantasy League' winner receive?
The Ramadhani Brothers, consisting of Fadhili Ramadhani and Ibrahim Jobu, made history by winning Season 1 of 'AGT Fantasy League'. The duo bagged a prize of $250,000, marking them as the first Tanzanian act to win any 'AGT' competition. Initially drafted by Heidi Klum, the Ramadhani Brothers were later stolen by Howie Mandel using the Golden Buzzer.
After their historic win, the acrobatic duo and their mentor, Howie, were elated. Howie expressed pride in their achievement, stating, "I am so proud of you, I am so proud." He added, "What you do is so dangerous, so inspiring, and you deserve this. You are superstars! World stars!" To commemorate their success, Howie was rewarded with a ceremonial ring for his mentorship.
Fans can stream 'America's Got Talent: Fantasy League' Season 1 on Peacock.