The final performances of America's Got Talent Season 21 are over, and musician Nene Royal has widened her lead on Kalshi's winner market.
Royal entered Tuesday's final performances at 76%. But after last night's episode, traders now price her chances of winning tonight’s finale at 94%.
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The AGT finals: Part 1
The first part of the AGT finale aired Tuesday, with all 10 finalists performing for viewer votes ahead of Wednesday's results show.
Royal Lasers opened the finals competition with a vibrant dance sequence set to The Backstreet Boys’ “Everybody.” The performance featured cutting-edge computer graphics timed to the dancers’ movements complete with their signature laser body light show. Judge Howie Mandel gave them a standing ovation.
“What a way to open the show,” Mandel said. “I’m always fascinated, not only by how great it is, but how much work goes into that: the choreography, the technology, the ideas. And you’re already a winner at the opening show. Congratulations on your headline in Las Vegas!”
Mel B was equally enthusiastic about Royal Lasers’ performance in the finals and this season.
“No matter what happens tonight and tomorrow, you are winners,” Mel B said. “I love you guys. I love your choreography. You’re so in sync, and I would take my kids to see that show tomorrow.”
The magic act Hundred Fingers followed later in the finals broadcast with another of its synchronized magic routines. The performance featured synced sleight-of-hand routines with a series of balls that they transformed into confetti and floating objects.
“If you don’t win this whole thing, if America doesn’t vote for you, you need to have your own room in Vegas,” Mandel said. “And if nobody offers it, I’d like to put up my own money and produce your Vegas show.”
Mel B admitted that she had not been as enthusiastic about Hundred Fingers' earlier performances. She did, however, note that portions of the performance appeared out of sync.
“I wasn’t that keen on you before,” Mel B. said, “but I have to say you did the best you could possibly do tonight.”
Nene Royal was one of the final acts of the night, performing a rendition of the White Stripes' “Seven Nation Army.” The performance earned a standing ovation.
Surprise guest judge KSI offered some high praise for the singer and guitarist.
“This is the first time I’ve ever seen or heard you, and I am a fan,” KSI said.
Sofía Vergara also praised Royal's performance and her distinctive style.
“I think the world is going crazy because there is nothing like you right now,” Vergara said. “You are unique, and the rock world already can’t get enough of you.”
Mandel went even further, explicitly urging viewers to vote for Royal.
“You should win,” Mandel says. “Give her the million, America. Give her the million!”
The takeaway:
Kalshi markets now predict:
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