As America's Got Talent returns for its 20th season, it's also planning to bring back a familiar face as a judge. People had an exclusive interview with Mel B would will be making a comeback for the competition show's milestone season.
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The 49-year-old former Spice Girl will be replacing Heidi Klum after she judged the show for 11 consecutive seasons. "I'm beyond thrilled to be back at AGT," said Mel B to the outlet. "Not only is it the 20th anniversary of the show, but it's also a real homecoming for me, and I couldn't be happier or more excited to be back."
Mel B Returns To 'America's Got Talent' As A Judge
She also warned viewers that this season would be an "unmissable" one. "So fasten your seatbelts, everyone, because I'm here, and I'm going to stir things up and be my usual loud, proud, Scary Spice self."
Scary Spice originally judged for the competition show starting in 2013 for Season 8. Her and Klum, who she's now replacing, judged together for five years until they left after Season 13. Klum returned for Season 15 and lasted until Season 19 before her leave.
Also judging Season 20 of America's Got Talent will be Simon Cowell, Howie Mandel, and Sofia Vergara. On top of that, Terry Crews will be its host. People reported that they began filming last weekend in Pasadena. They also teased some "new surprises" and "familiar faces" returning to compete.
Whoever wins this season of America's Got Talent will receive a whopping $1 million prize and a rise to fame. We also have confirmation from People that some judges have already given out their Golden Buzzers.
Cowell, both judge and executive producer of the show, also spoke to the outlet about the show's amazing milestone. "It's brilliant that we can celebrate 20 years," said Cowell. "It's always been about the contestants and without them we wouldn't have a show. This gives me a chance to thank everyone who's ever auditioned."
If you're just as excited as we are to watch the auditions for Season 20, the premiere is only weeks away. America's Got Talent comes back on Tuesday, May 27. The show will air on NBC, and you can also watch the episodes on Peacock.
