AGT Voting Drama Unfolds as Quarterfinals 2 Results Await Tonight

America’s Got Talent Season 20 faces voting controversy as Quarterfinals 2 results are set to be announced during tonight’s live results show, with one contestant facing accusations of vote manipulation and voting officially closing this morning after Tuesday’s performances.

Voting Controversy Emerges

The most significant development surrounding AGT voting today centers on contestant Alex Sampson, who has been accused by fans of attempting to rig votes through a social media post made during the live voting rounds. The singer, who advanced from the previous quarterfinals alongside Sky Elements and Young Min, allegedly made statements on social media that fans believe constituted an attempt to manipulate the voting process. This controversy has sparked debate among AGT viewers about the integrity of the show’s voting system and whether contestants should face restrictions on their social media activity during voting periods.

Tonight’s Results Show Stakes

Following Tuesday night’s Quarterfinals 2 performances, voting officially closed at 7 AM ET this morning, and the results will be revealed during tonight’s live results show at 8 PM ET on NBC. Eleven acts performed on August 26, including two previous Golden Buzzer recipients - Unreal Crew (Howie’s choice) and Duo Stardust (Sofia’s pick) - competing alongside singers, dancers, magicians, and other performers. The competition was particularly intense as these acts vie for the three remaining semifinal spots, with only the top vote-getters advancing to join the growing list of semifinalists.

Golden Buzzer Moment Highlights Tuesday’s Show

The most dramatic moment of Tuesday’s quarterfinals came when rapper Mama Duke from Austin, Texas, received Mel B’s Live Golden Buzzer, sending her straight to the finals and bypassing the semifinal round entirely. Judge Simon Cowell praised her performance as potentially stronger than her initial audition, while Mel B expressed even greater enthusiasm for the artist’s “world-class authenticity”. This golden buzzer selection removes one act from tonight’s voting results, as Mama Duke has already secured her place in the competition’s final round.

Voting Process and Participation

The AGT voting system allows fans to cast up to 10 votes per act through two methods: the official America’s Got Talent app available on iOS and Android, or online at NBC.com/AGTvote. Voters must register using a valid email address to participate, and the voting window typically opens at 8 PM ET during Tuesday night performances and closes at 7 AM ET on Wednesday mornings. This system has been consistent throughout Season 20’s live shows, giving viewers significant influence over which acts advance through the competition.

Season 20 Competition Structure

Tonight’s results will determine which three acts join the semifinals, where they will compete against other quarterfinalist survivors for six spots in the finals, plus one additional semifinal Golden Buzzer winner. The semifinal competition is scheduled for September 16, with results announced September 17, leading to the final competition on September 23 and the winner announcement on September 24. With four Live Golden Buzzer recipients already secured for the finals and the semifinals featuring a new shared Golden Buzzer among all judges, the competition structure continues to evolve as Season 20 progresses toward its conclusion.

The controversy surrounding voting integrity and tonight’s high-stakes results announcement highlight the passionate fan engagement that has made America’s Got Talent a cornerstone of NBC’s summer programming for two decades.