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‘America’s Got Talent’ Judge Howie Mandel on Season 20, His ‘Annoying Siblings’ Vibe With Mel B and How the Show ‘Brings Humanity Together’

“America’s Got Talent” is kicking off its 20th season. “It’s not just about making a TV show; it’s about making an event,” judge Howie Mandel teases.

From musicians to magicians, comedians to contortionists, dance troops, sword swallowers, dog acts and guys dressing up in weird costumes, there’s a surprise around every corners. Every act [on ‘AGT’] is presented like the biggest show on Earth — and they give that same respect to the 75-year-old housewife who has never tried poetry before, hanging upside down from one foot while she lights her umbrella on fire.” This year, Mel B returns to the judges table, where she sat for Seasons 8-13; she replaces Heidi Klum, who is heading back to “Project Runway,” which she hosted from 2004 to 2017.

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