PASADENA, CALIFORNIA: Step into the realm of wonder and prepare to be astounded by the extraordinary abilities of Brynn Cummings, a 12-year-old prodigy hailing from Michigan. Combining the mystical arts of ventriloquism and magic, Brynn has effortlessly captured the admiration of audiences across the US. Now, as she fearlessly takes center stage in Season 18 of 'America's Got Talent' her remarkable journey promises to leave an indelible mark on the realm of entertainment.
Encouraged by the triumph of Darci Lynne, the previous 'AGT' victor, Brynn sets forth on her awe-inspiring quest, enthralling audiences with her enchanting presence and captivating the hearts of both esteemed judges and avid viewers alike. However, amidst the fervor and applause from devoted 'AGT' fans, whispers of skepticism linger in the air. Doubts arise as some speculate that Brynn's act may conceal a hidden camera within her puppet. These fervent 'AGT' enthusiasts, ever vigilant and astute, raise their voices, questioning the authenticity behind Brynn's mesmerizing performances.
Brynn Cummings stuns judges with puppet, Penelope
This 12-year-old sensation is the same age as the winner, Darci, her inspiration, along with her adorable pink skunk puppet, Penelope. But Penelope has a unique talent—she's not interested in singing; she wants to showcase her mentalism skills instead! With confidence, Brynn approaches the judges' panel and wows them with a mind-boggling magic trick. Even with her eyes closed with a blindfold, she accurately guesses the items the judges are holding. The humor and clever remarks remind everyone of Darci, but Brynn adds her own magical twist to the performance. Sofia can't help but find her adorable and fun, while Howie describes it as a delightful "mashup" and calls Brynn "amazing." Heidi commends her with a simple "well done," and Simon, recognizing her charm, talent, and uniqueness, praises her for the creative addition of magic. Brynn's emotions overflow backstage as she shares this profound moment with her parents, crying tears of joy. The judges unanimously grant her four yeses, propelling her further into the competition.
'Probably has a hidden cam in the puppet'
Speculation arises among fans as they question the authenticity of Brynn's act, suggesting the presence of a hidden camera aiding her in recognizing objects while blindfolded. One fan expresses their skepticism, stating, "I feel like the ventriloquism was a distraction to the mentalist thing. I think the trick would've been easily found out if she just did the mentalism." Another fan shares their discontent, saying, "Man, I hate ventriloquists. She could've done this without that gimmick." Curiosity grows as fans inquire about the specifics of the act. "Were the cards all different, and was the blindfold real?," one viewer wonders. A sharp observer questions the logistics, asking, "If it was a hidden cam, what screen could the footage be fed to that she could've seen but no one else could?" In an attempt to shed light on the matter, another fan offers an explanation, suggesting alternative methods, saying, "You could have a camera transmit to a third party who sends back a different signal she can feel, like morse code - doesn't have to be a camera she's directly viewing herself. Edit to add disclaimer: I didn't actually see her act, I saw the puppet and took a bathroom break. But I know other mentalist acts use a tactile morse code sort of gadget." Amidst these discussions, a viewer proposes, "An AGT Kids would make this show 10x better"
'America's Got Talent' Season 18 airs on Tuesdays at 8 pm ET on NBC.
