“America’s Got Talent” Makes History With Season 20 $1 Million Winner

America’s Got Talent crowned the season 20 winner on September 24, after months of incredible competition. The top 10 finalists, Chris Turner, Jessica Sanchez, Jourdan Blue, Leo High School Choir, LightWire, Mama Duke, Micah Palace, Sirca Marea, Steve Ray Ladson, and Team Recycled, fought it out for the title. They had their work cut out for them as the AGT judges don’t make it easy, and the at-home voters want to be blown away. By the very end of the competition, it came down to two very worthy contests. As AGT host Terry Crews stood poised to announce whether Chris Turner or Jessica Sanchez would take home the $1 million grand prize, you could feel the tension through the screen. When he yelled Jessica’s name, she made show history.

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Jessica Sanchez broke down in tears in front of the AGT host.

“I’m sorry, I’m really emotional, this is amazing,” a pregnant Jessica cried. “Thank you so much!”

This wasn’t her first time on the AGT stage. Jessica, who later appeared on American Idol, auditioned for the AGT’s very first season in 2006 at age 10. Now, nearly two decades later, she’s the winner finally fulfilling that incredible childhood dream.

AGT and American Idol fans loved seeing Jessica Sanchez crowned the season 20 winner.

“FINALLY!!!!!! My American Idol heartbreak is now HEALED!!!! THANK YOU AGT,” a fan shared.

“I normally roll my eyes when another singer wins a Got Talent show, but following Jessica’s journey and seeing just how long and how hard she’s worked for this moment, this feels so well deserved! Congratulations,” a fan agreed.

This fan truly believed this was Jessica Sanchez’s time to shine on AGT.

“The moment she’s been waiting for. She was robbed of this moment 20 years ago. Now is HER time. Thank you America for giving her the crown! Congratulations Jessica,” they wrote.

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