Jessica Sanchez Stuns in America’s Got Talent Finale With “Die With a Smile”

Jessica Sanchez Stuns in America’s Got Talent Finale With “Die With a Smile”

By Ann Tate | Sept. 24, 2025

LOS ANGELES, Sept. 23, 2025 – Jessica Sanchez, once again proving her powerhouse vocals and stage presence, delivered a breathtaking rendition of Lady Gaga and Bruno Mars’ “Die With a Smile” during the America’s Got Talent Season 20 finale. The live performance, which opened the night, was made even more remarkable by the fact that Sanchez was eight to nine months pregnant—revealing she was expecting a baby girl just moments before singing.

Jessica Sanchez at AGT 2025

A Defining Finale Moment

Sanchez’s finale act was more than just a vocal showcase; it was an emotional statement of resilience and artistry. Belting out the heartfelt duet, she filled the stage with both vulnerability and strength, earning a thunderous standing ovation from all four judges.

• Sofia Vergara declared the performance “perfection,” praising Sanchez’s unmatched vocal control.
• Mel B called her vocals “flawless” and “pitch-perfect.”
• Howie Mandel went so far as to call it “the best act of the night.”
• Simon Cowell, long known for his tough critiques, said it was “the best performance we’ve heard from you so far,” commending her confidence and self-belief.

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Fans Moved by Voice and Story

Across social media, the performance quickly became one of the most talked-about moments of the finale. Fans celebrated both her soaring vocals and her ability to shine while heavily pregnant. Phrases like “pregnant and still slaying” and “she’s glowing!” dominated timelines, with many urging others to vote for her.

On YouTube, viewers highlighted her ability to hit the high notes with ease, while on X (formerly Twitter), users described her as “killing it vocally” and predicted she would win. Facebook fan groups echoed similar praise, calling her finale set “flawless” and “emotional.” Even Reddit threads—though hosting some debate over fairness due to her past American Idol fame—still largely acknowledged that she may be “the best singer in this competition.”

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A Triumphant Return

For Sanchez, the night marked a full-circle moment. Having first appeared on America’s Got Talent as a child in Season 1 and later finishing runner-up on American Idol Season 11, her return two decades later felt like both a homecoming and a new chapter. Performing live on one of the world’s biggest talent stages, with the added weight of motherhood on the horizon, she proved that artistry has no limits.

The Verdict

While competition results were yet to be announced, one thing was undeniable: Jessica Sanchez delivered a finale performance that will be remembered not only for its technical brilliance but for the heart and humanity behind it. In the words of one fan: “Jessica Sanchez just set the stage on fire—and she did it glowing.”

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