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America’s Got Talent Season 10: Catching Up with Past Participants

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In the popular competition series “America’s Got Talent” on NBC, contestants from all over the world present their special abilities during auditions in front of a panel of celebrity judges. Those who are selected move on to the next round. The audience and judges decide who moves on to the next round and who finally wins the top prize as competitors compete to establish their worth throughout the tournament.

The highly regarded programme, which included judges Howard Stern, Mel B, Heidi Klum, and Howie Mandel, returned for its tenth season on May 26, 2015, and unveiled a number of incredibly gifted performers to the public. The incredibly gifted finalists have gone on to enjoy tremendous career success over the years. You’ve come to the perfect site if you want to find out more about their travels. Should we start?

Where is Paul Zerdin Now?

 

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The London-born British comedian and ventriloquist took home the title of season ten’s champion. Zerdin received a $1 million award as well as the right to star in his own headline performance in Las Vegas called “Mouthing Off.” Unfortunately, poor viewership forced the show’s cancellation after only four months. Zerdin returned in 2019 to compete in both “America’s Got Talent: The Champions” and “Britain’s Got Talent: The Champions” in the same calendar year.

 

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Prior to his involvement on the programme, Zerdin had already achieved some kind of notoriety after winning LWT’s “The Big Big Talent Show,” which was presented by Jonathan Ross, in 1996 and making his television debut as a magician on the BBC programme “Tricky Business.” He has a long history of giving live performances at Blackpool’s Butlins resort. In addition, Zerdin has three brand-new comedy specials that are accessible on YouTube and his website, as well as a show called “Puppetman” that is slated to premiere in 2023. After the show, he became very successful and is now at the top of his game as he forges ahead with his career, showcasing his talents to the fullest. The ventriloquist enjoys spending time with Emma Hunter, his true love, while he is not performing.

Where is Drew Lynch Now?

 

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Stand-up comedy is the speciality of Drew, the comedian who finished second in the tenth season. Drew has built a strong online following since appearing on the show, and his YouTube channel now has more than 2 million subscribers. He posts a variety of content on this website and periodically streams a programme called “Dog Vlog.” Lynch’s videos typically feature self-deprecating humour and open discussions about his life with his service dog.

Lynch’s debut comedy special, titled “Concussed,” was made available on a number of streaming providers in November 2021. Lynch is notable for having a stutter, which he acquired as a result of a softball mishap. In his podcast, “Did I Stutter?,” Lynch is open and honest about this problem. His most recent special, “Short King,” is available to his devoted followers since he is an exceptionally gifted comic. The fact that all of Drew Lynch’s upcoming performances are sold out is evidence of his extraordinary career achievement.

Where is Oz Pearlman Now?

 

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Stand-up comedy is the speciality of Drew, the comedian who finished second in the tenth season. Drew has built a strong online following since appearing on the show, and his YouTube channel now has more than 2 million subscribers. He posts a variety of content on this website and periodically streams a programme called “Dog Vlog.” Lynch’s videos typically feature self-deprecating humour and open discussions about his life with his service dog.

Lynch’s debut comedy special, titled “Concussed,” was made available on a number of streaming providers in November 2021. Lynch is notable for having a stutter, which he acquired as a result of a softball mishap. In his podcast, “Did I Stutter?,” Lynch is open and honest about this problem. His most recent special, “Short King,” is available to his devoted followers since he is an exceptionally gifted comic. The fact that all of Drew Lynch’s upcoming performances are sold out is evidence of his extraordinary career achievement.

Where is The Craig Lewis Band Now?

 

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The Atlanta-based vocal duet of Zuri Craig and Jeffrey Lewis finished the competition in a respectable fifth place, outperforming every other singing act in Season 10. The pair kept listeners captivated with live performances and shows after the play was over. Notably, Zuri Craig also frequently appeared in Tyler Perry films. He sang in “Madea Gets a Job” in 2013 and appeared in “Madea’s Big Happy Family” and “A Madea Christmas” in 2011.

They issued an album called “Must Be Love” in 2016. Zuri Craig unfortunately lost suddenly in 2022 at the age of 44; his family chose not to divulge the cause of death. In May 2023, Jeffrey Lewis made a booking and performance announcement, continuing their musical endeavour in memory of his late partner, Zuri Craig.

Where is The Professional Regurgitator Now?

 

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Stevie Starr, sometimes known as “The Professional Regurgitator,” is a well-known regurgitator who came in fourth place overall in the tournament. He returned for America’s Got Talent: The Champions, however he lost in the first round. Stevie Starr participated in ‘Das Supertalent’ (Germany’s Got Talent) for the third time in 2018 and won the season. He demonstrated his potential even further by competing in “Romania’s Got Talent” in 2019 and going on “Croatia’s Got Talent” the same year, where he came in second.

Bookings can be made for Stevie Starr’s personal gigs right now through his website. His career has made enormous strides, and we send him our very best wishes for future success.

Where is Benton Blount Now?

 

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Benton, who initially tried out for the programme as both a singer and a guitarist, progressed through the competition successfully, eventually placing among the season’s top 10 finalists. After the show ended in 2017, he started acting and appeared in the drama film “Crazy For The Boys.” He proceeded to tour the nation, giving performances and live shows.

Benton, however, reversed his course in 2023 when he was elected as the district 19 country councilman in Greenville, South Carolina. Notably, his Instagram bio makes fun of the fact that he’s a “wannabe comedian,” suggesting that he might be developing yet another talent. His wide variety of interests and achievements are quite astounding, and we send him our very best wishes for success in whatever he decides to do.

Where is Derek Hughes Now?

 

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The stand-up magician successfully manoeuvred his way into the top 10 candidates while captivating audiences, achieving national fame and acclaim when the show aired. He was incredibly well-liked by viewers, and that feeling still exists today. Hughes demonstrated his magic skills on a number of platforms after his time on the programme, including MTV, VH1, Comedy Central, the CW’s Penn & Teller: Fool Us, and the Ellen DeGeneres Show. Additionally, he contributes as a consulting producer to the popular magic series “The Carbonaro Effect” on TRUtv.

The Magic Castle in Hollywood, California, where he most recently garnered a nomination for Parlour Magician of the Year, is where Derek Hughes frequently performs. The first magician ever selected to perform at HBO’s elite Comedy Arts Festival, he has the distinction of being the only one. He has been blissfully married to Charlene Hughes since 2010, and the two of them have two adorable young boys.

Where is Gary Vider Now?

 

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Gary Vider, a comedian from New York, won one of the top 10 spots on “America’s Got Talent” season 10 and became well-known across the country. He had major television appearances on CONAN and The Late Show with Stephen Colbert after his appearance on the programme. His amusing anecdotes have also appeared in prestigious magazines including Time Out NY Magazine and the New York Times. Esquire named him a “Comic to Watch,” and he won the 2014 Carolines on Broadway March Madness competition.

Gary’s first comedy album, “Vider Las Vegas,” was published in the early months of 2020, and he currently has scheduled performances that are expected to sell out rapidly. On Instagram, where he routinely posts bits of his funny content, he also enjoys fame. He takes satisfaction in being a devoted father to two toddlers in addition to his work, and he and his wife enjoy a happy family life.

Where is Piff the Magic Dragon Now?

 

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John van der Put, often known as Piff the Magic Dragon, is a magician and comedian from the UK. Prior to his appearance on the show, he had previously won numerous accolades from British magic clubs. After his participation on the programme, he made two guest appearances on America’s Got Talent: The Holiday Spectacular in 2016 and Season 12 in 2017.

Piff became a resident performer at The Flamingo in late 2015, and the venue changed its name to the “Piff the Magic Dragon Theatre” in his honour. He performs with Jade Simone, a showgirl and his partner in real life. Piff’s show relocated to the significantly bigger Flamingo Showroom in October 2020 under a three-year lease, which had a seating capacity of 700. Notably, in June 2019, Variety named Piff one of its “10 Comics to Watch for 2019.” He consistently raises the grandeur and beauty of his performances thanks to his robust web presence.

Where is Uzeyer Novruzov Now?

 

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By reaching the season’s finals, Russian ladder acrobat Uzeyer Novruzov accomplished a spectacular feat. Uzeyir arrived to the country in 2002, and his role in the Big Apple Circus production of “Dreams of a City” was major. He performed on the second season of the Italian talent show “Tu Si Que Vales” in 2015, when he made it to the Finals. Uzeyer additionally participated as “Freeladderman” in Season 11 of “La France an un incroyable talent.” He tried out for “Spain’s Got Talent: All-Stars” in 2023, but he didn’t make it through the preliminary round.

For the longest period of time spent balancing on a 6-meter ladder, Uzeyer Novruzov holds the Guinness World Record. He now actively performs at private and professional events all around the world and has grown to be a well-known social media influencer. He can spend meaningful time with his family, which includes his three adorable children, thanks to his successful career.

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