Video: Howie Mandel talks about the finale and Darci Lynne’s win on ‘America’s Got Talent’

“America’s Got Talent”’s live rounds started with the Top 36 acts to compete for the $1 million grand prize. The Season 12 live performance shows took place at the Dolby Theatre in Hollywood. 

Howie Mandell

Credit: Phyllis Thomas


After several weeks of competition the Top 22 contestants participating in the semi-final rounds leading to the Top 10 finals with Darci Lynne, a young ventriloquist, was crowned the winner for Season 12.


Performing on the finale were Angelica Hale, Light Balance, Mandy Harvey, Diavolo, Kechi, Darci Lynne,  Chase Goehring, Sara Carson & Hero, Evie Clair, and Preacher Lawson.


TVMusic Network was on hand at the show backstage and talked to the contestants and judges after the show. Check out the interview with judge Howie Mandell where he talks talks about the night’s finale, Darci Lynne’s win, Kelly Clarkson and more.. The final show on September 20 also featured Kelly Clarkson, Derek Hough, James Arthur, Terry Fator, and Shania Twain.




Follow @TVMusicNetwork, @Phyllis_Thomas and @belindasLAmusic on Twitter for the latest entertainment and pop culture news. Connect with other TV fans on our social media pages: TVMusic Network on Facebook or our Instagram Page.

And be the first to see our exclusive videos by subscribing to our YouTube channel @TVMusicNetwork

As an Amazon Associate, we earn from qualifying purchases made through links/ads placed on the site.