Every Act That Was Eliminated and Advanced to Lives in AGT's Judges Callbacks - Week 1
Every Act That Was Eliminated and Advanced to Lives in AGT's Judges Callbacks - Week 1
Elizabeth Logan Wed, August 5, 2026 at 2:24 PM UTC
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Lachlan performing during America's Got Talent Season 21 Episode 6.Photo: Trae Patton/NBC
In the all-new Judges' Callbacks round of America's Got Talent, select Acts who received three or even four "Yes" votes at their Audition traveled to one of the four Judges' homes to show off their talents once again and prove why they deserved a spot in the upcoming Live Shows, because there were simply more talented Acts than there are open slots.
To help guide their decisions, each Judge enlisted the help of a celebrity friend. In Week 1 of the Callbacks, Judge Mel B brought fellow Spice Girl Emma Bunton to her home in England, while Judge Simon Cowell hosted producer Poo Bear and singer Normani at his place in Malibu. All of the performing Acts were impressive, but cuts still had to be made, and at the end of the day, Mel cut three Acts, and Cowell cut one. Keep reading to find out what went down...
Mel B's Judges' Callbacks resultsLachlan Patterson
Act: Comedian
Result: Eliminated
Since Patterson's routine needed an audience of more than just Scary Spice and Baby Spice, Mel took the whole crew to the local pub so Lachlan could do a surprise set. While his material was funny, his confidence was low, so she sent him home to work on himself.
Joel M
Joel M performs a magic trick on America's Got Talent Season 21 Episode 8.Photo: NBC
Act: Magic
Result: Eliminated
The former children's entertainer found a ring inside a nut inside an egg inside a lemon, but given how high the magic bar is on AGT, it still wasn't enough to make it to the Quarterfinals.
Butter & Grit
Butter & Grit during America's Got Talent Season 21 Episode 6.Photo: Trae Patton/NBC
Act: Music
Result: Advanced to Live Shows
Their touching song about the power of their friendship reminded Emma and Mel of their own musical connection.
James & Marina
James and Marina during America's Got Talent Season 21 Episode 4.Photo: Trae Patton/NBC
Act: Mentalism
Result: Advanced to Live Shows
An incredible bit of mindreading blew Emma and Mel away, especially when James and Marina somehow transferred their powers over to the Spice Girls.
Madelyn Tallent & Malachi Martin
Madelyn Tallent and Malachi Martin during America's Got Talent Season 21 Episode 4.Photo: Trae Patton/NBC
Act: Music
Result: Eliminated
The talent is there, but they needed more experience.
Béty
Bety performs during America's Got Talent Season 21 Episode 3.Photo: Chris Haston/NBC
Act: Singer
Result: Advanced to Live Shows
The young singer cried when she found out she was advancing, and honestly, so did we.
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Simon Cowell's Judges' Callbacks resultsAbiud Sando
Abiud Sando performs during America's Got Talent Season 21 Episode 2.Photo: Trae Patton/NBC
Act: Dancer
Result: Advanced to Live Shows
During the Audition, Cowell struggled to picture how Sando's viral trick could become a full-fledged performance, but adding more dancers and a drone camera proved his talent was fit for the big stage.
Nyjah Music & Zyah Rhythm
Nyjah Music and Zyah Rhythm perform on stage during America's Got Talent Season 21 Episode 2.Photo: Trae Patton/NBC
Act: Vocal Duo
Result: Advanced to Live Shows
They may be young, but they've got potential!
Akira
Akira performs on America's Got Talent Season 21 Episode 3.Photo: Chris Haston/NBC
Act: Variety
Result: Advanced to Live Shows
The No-Show Show will go on.
Elsie
Elsie performing on stage during America's Got Talent Season 21 Episode 6.Photo: Chris Haston/NBC
Act: Singer
Result: Advanced to Live Shows
The Beyoncé-esque singer let her vocals shine through once she stripped away the over-produced sound she had during her Audition.
Elektrodads
Elektrodads performing on stage during America's Got Talent Season 21 Episode 6.Photo: Trae Patton/NBC
Act: Dance Group
Result: Eliminated
Their moves were on point, but Cowell thought they could do better after another year of practice.
Travis Garland
Travis Garland performing during America's Got Talent Season 21 Episode 5.Photo: Chris Haston/NBC
Act: Singer
Result: Advanced to Live Shows
Though he may have picked up come bad habits over the years, there's no denying Garland's innate talent.
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Next week, Judges Sofía Vergara and Howie Mandel will enlist their own celebrity friends to help them re-evaluate another crop of Acts from the Auditions, so be sure to tune in on Tuesday night on NBC!
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America's Got Talent returns for its 21st season of mind blowing talent and unforgettable Golden Buzzers on Tuesday, June 2 at 8/7c, only on NBC. Hosted by Terry Crews, our panel of Judges — executive producer Simon Cowell,Howie Mandel, Sofía Vergara, and Mel B — have all returned to advise a brand new group of Acts through various rounds of competition, from Auditions to Live Shows. This season also introduces the brand new Judges' Callbacks twist, offering select Acts one last chance to prove themselves before the Lives.
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