“We just wanted to make a more entertaining, less-drawn-out production than we have; the process is basically the same,” Howie said. “We talk constantly, even off-camera, and we’re legitimately passionate about who is chosen to go all the way to the live shows. So, the actual process is the same; the location is different.” First, the judges reviewed the acts that made it through, and then they had to cut it down from 50 to 36—and there were a lot of negotiations. The results won’t be revealed until August 10 when America’s Got Talent returns with Live Shows following the Olympics. But we do know that the six Golden Buzzers—Northwell Health Nurse Choir, Nightbirde (whose real name is Jane Marczewski), Jimmie Herrod, Léa Kyle, World Taekwando Demonstration Team and Victory Brinker—will definitely continue in the competition. While everyone was happy to work at Simon’s posh Malibu digs, Howie was especially so. “We went to Simon’s house instead of in a studio—which was nicer,” Howie said. “I didn’t have to use a public restroom, and I’ve got to tell you that Simon’s guest towels are to die for. But that’s something that you won’t see at home. If you notice a smile on my face during deliberations, it’s the look of a guy who just used a very clean, sanitized bathroom.” America’s Got Talent airs tonight at 8 p.m. ET/PT on NBC. Then it is on hiatus until after the Olympics, returning on Tuesday, August 10 when the Live Shows will begin. Next, Everything You Need to Know About Season 16, Including All the Golden Buzzers
