Courtney Hadwin, 14, Advances to 'America's Got Talent' Finals as Sibling Band We Three Is Sent Home

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The final group of finalists has been announced for season 13 ofAmerica’s Got Talent!

After an electrifying opening performance from K-pop boy band BTS, vocalists dominated the second round of eliminations, with stand-up comedian Vicki Barbolak being the only non-singing act on Wednesday to advance to next week’s live show finals.

Fan favoriteCourtney Hadwinwas announced as a finalist, much to judge Howie Mandel’s delight.

“I smell a million dollars!” said Mandel, who chose the 14-year-old County Durham, England, singer as his golden buzzer winner and pick to win the grand prize.

“Thank you so much for believing in me,” Hadwin tearfully said to her father, who was backstage.

The other remaining five finalists that advanced after last week’s show are trapeze couple Duo Transcend, magician Shin Lim, comedian Samuel J. Comroe, singer Michael Ketterer and aerial dance group Zurcaroh.

The season 13 champion will be crowned on Sept. 19.

America‘s Got Talentairs Tuesdays and Wednesdays (8 p.m. ET) on NBC.

source: people.com