“Blatantly scripted at times” — America’s Got Talent fans react as Howie and Simon give away Golden Buzzer

It didn't take long for America's Got Talent Season 20 premiere to set the tone for an exciting season. The focus finally fell on a double Golden Buzzer moment as Howie Mandel and Simon Cowell both deviated from tradition in an intense program full of heartfelt tales and astounding skill. A complete production crescendo, wide-eyed amazement, and gushing acclaim heightened the moment when two judges gave out a joint buzzer so early in the competition.

After the audience was astounded by Lightwire Theater's performance with a rainforest theme, Simon made his choice. The performance introduced something unique to the AGT stage with its captivating fusion of movement, storytelling, and technology. However, Jourdan Blue, a singer from New Orleans, won Howie's Golden Buzzer because of his sincere delivery and raw vocal force, which moved him to tears.

Although the acts received positive reviews, there were differing views on the internet regarding the timing and display of the twin Golden Buzzers. While some viewers thought the scene went too much toward contrived drama, others praised the judges' excitement. An admirer of America's Got Talent shared:

"5 minutes into the new season of #AGT and it's just become soooooooooo blatantly scripted at times."

Another fan wrote on social media:

"#AGT What’s the point in the golden buzzer if 2 are used in a single episode. These judges have to be a LOT more picky at who goes forward. I wanna be impressed, I don’t care if you sing good, I can hear that on the radio, show me jugglers and dancers. Legs are something CRAZY!!!"

"I think think the #GoldenBuzzer is little of used. Like anyone with singing skills like the singer got the #GoldenBuzzer today was not really #GoldenBuzzer worthy. #AGT," a tweet read.

More fans of America's Got Talent shared their thoughts on Howie and Simone hitting their golden buzzers on day 1.

A netizen wrote:

"2 golden buzzer on the season premiere of @AGT and both of them were a waste. #AGT"

"I really wish singers shouldn’t get the golden buzzer. They should go on The Voice or American Idol. Not AGT. #AGT," a comment read.

America's Got Talent Season 20 starts off with two golden buzzers

Season 20 of America's Got Talent got off to a spectacular start with not one, but two Golden Buzzers in its debut episode. Howie Mandel and Simon Cowell each pressed the buzzer for their own acts, indicating incredible performances that had the audience cheering and the judges in disbelief.

Howie handed his Golden Buzzer to Jourdan Blue, a soulful vocalist whose unadulterated vocals brought him to tears, while Simon gave it to Lightwire Theater for their immersive, technologically advanced jungle tale. The double buzzer event gave the debut a dramatic touch and hinted at a season full of shocks, highs, and maybe some controversies.

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Fans can watch America's Got Talent Season 20 on NBC.

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