America's Got Talent

The Final Four

2007-08-15T06:01:48Z

Can you believe we just found out who the final four contestants are in the competition? You know that what means, don’t you? We are only four acts away from finding out who will be walking away with a million dollars! I praise the acts who made it to this round, because let me tell you, from the very beginning, the competition has been tough. We saw some very talented acts go home early in the game. But, now, it’s down to just four acts and your final vote on who walks away with a million dollars.

So, it’s up to you, America! Who will be called the winner of America’s Got Talent?

- Jerry

Two More Acts

2007-08-08T07:17:58Z

Your votes just eliminated two more acts from the competition. I have to admit, I was a bit shocked that The Duttons and The Calypso Tumblers were the acts to go home. I found The Duttons to be very talented and thought they were awesome with those instruments. And what can I say about The Calypso Tumblers? Amazing! Every time I watched them perform I was biting my nails. How did they perform all of those stunts without a single injury? I will never know the answer.

I guess one thing I can say, without a doubt, is that I am going to miss these two acts. They were fun and entertaining and it is sad to say good-bye. That is probably the worst part of this job. But, like they say in show business…”On with the show!”

In the meantime, take care of yourself and each other.
-Jerry

The Voting Continues

2007-08-01T07:00:13Z

I have to admit, I was a little surprised with the results of the voting. I had selected a few of my favorites and was a little disappointed to see some of them sent home. But, now I have chosen a whole new batch of favorites that I hope make it to the final round of the show. Part of me is a bit bummed to be thinking the audience won’t find out what Boy Shakira or Boy Britney or Boy Whatever would be doing next. Love or hate his act, he always brought an interesting kind of entertainment to the stage. I also believe that secretly, The Hoff was a fan. But, don’t tell him I thought that!

So, obviously your voting makes the difference. Remember to continue by voting after tonight’s episode. I can’t wait to see the results next week! Let’s see if any more of my favorites will be moving on, or going home.

Until then, take care of yourselves and take care of each other.
-Jerry

You Decide

2007-07-25T07:40:25Z

I watched last week’s episode in amazement. I was impressed with how serious some of these acts were taking the competition. And judging by all of your votes, you were impressed, as well.

But, now, we introduce a whole new batch into the next round. I am going to be surprised with who comes prepared to win it all and who just shows up to do the same act over and over, again. I also love the idea that we are in the voting stages now and the judges don’t have a say in what the rest of America feels. So, with that in mind…continue the voting, America! Remember, YOU decide who gets to win a million dollars and you decide who gets to be called this season’s winner of America’s Got Talent.

I have to admit, with this show, I sometimes feel like I am on a soap opera with all the judges bickering and some of the acts having meltdowns. So, it would only seem fitting that Days of our Lives asked me to appear on their show as a professional gambler. I had a blast on the set. The episode airs July 26th. I hope you tune in for it.

In the meantime, take care of yourself and each other.

Voting Time

2007-07-18T07:29:05Z

It’s the moment you have all been waiting for: it’s voting time! The show is completely out of the judges’ hands and I am breathing a sigh of relief. I don’t know about you, but I was getting a little tired of all the bickering and arguing between David, Piers, and Sharon. I couldn’t wait until it came time for all of you at home to cast your vote. So, now remember, if you don’t vote, you can’t complain about your favorite act not being passed to the next round. So, go vote!

It’s very easy. After reading my blog and leaving a comment, go to the America’s Got Talent voting page to make your decision. I’ll keep my fingers crossed that your favorites will get passed on to the final round.

Remember everybody, the voting begins right after the show and it's only open for a few hours. So get your votes in for your favorite act.

Until next time, take care of yourself and each other.
-Jerry

Vegas, Baby!

2007-07-11T07:33:16Z

Here we are Sin City and the stakes are higher then ever! Now, I am not a gambling man, which is a good thing because some of these acts in the Vegas call-backs have completely thrown me for a loop. It’s nice to see some of these performers stepping up their game and recognizing they have a chance to win a million dollars!

I have been reading some of your comments and I can’t agree with you more, it’s refreshing to see people following their dreams. I can see some of you already have your favorites to win, but after Las Vegas, I think it’s a whole new ballgame! Wouldn’t you agree? In the meantime, keep the comments coming. I love reading what you guys think of the show and the blog!

Take care of each other and take care of yourselves-
Jerry

New York

2007-06-27T07:00:28Z

Thanks for all your great comments and feedback! Boy Shakira seems to have struck a nerve with some of you. Keep the comments coming.

We definitely had some fun with the Chicago auditions. Now it’s New York’s turn - and is there any better city in the world? If you think about it, the Big Apple has always been a magnet for the nation’s most talented. Of course, it’s also been a magnet for just about everything else. As an immigrant myself (I came here when I was five) I have always looked at New York as a city that welcomes everybody with open arms. But will the judges? Will you? Let me know what you think of this week’s acts. It should be fun.

Until next time, take of yourself and each other.

Favorites

2007-06-20T03:00:28Z

The search for the million-dollar talent continues. Tonight it’s Chicago. As most of you know, Chicago has been close to my heart for many years. It’s where I tape my show – but don’t worry – its still a great city. We sure had some great acts tonight.

I give these people credit for hitting the stage and performing their talent in front of a live audience, not to mention the millions of people who watch this from home. I was going to try out – but then they told me you have to have talent - so much for that.

Do you have your favorites picked out yet? I think the judges have theirs. But when it’s down to the final twenty – then its up to you – the viewer. What do you think? Who’s the front-runner? Let me know.

Until next time, take care of each other and take care of yourself.

The Good, the Bad and the Ugly!

2007-06-06T07:00:00Z

Here we are in Los Angeles and we have been exposed to the good, the bad and the downright ugly!

Let’s start with Cinda Ramseur. Man, could she belt out a tune or what? She was amazing. I am so happy to see that one amazing act can have all the judges agreeing for once. I am telling you to watch out for this one, she’s a future star!

We also had our share of interesting and colorful characters. Now, don’t get me wrong, these are my kind of people and they definitely make for some good entertainment! I also noticed that the crowd was more vocal this time around during auditions. Maybe it's an LA thing, I don’t know. What did you think?

But how about we get to the question I know everyone wants answered: Yes, that was really ME strutting my stuff on stage, not a stunt double. And yes, I have to work hard for that body. I would share my fitness secrets with you, but then they would no longer be secrets, would they?

Can’t wait to read what you all thought of the performances!

Until next week, take care of each other and take care of yourself.
-Jerry

Thank You

2007-06-06T04:30:31Z

Thanks so much for your kind comments. I hope you continue to enjoy the show and look forward to blogging with you when you read my weekly blog at NBC.com.

To Miri- My Next Challenge

2007-06-06T04:26:10Z

I try not to plan too much, because I don't what opportunities would be there. Public office is always in the back of my mind, so I guess that's always a possibility. For now, I love what I am doing and it's hard to give up.

When does voting start?

2007-06-06T04:26:10Z

I am pretty sure the viewers start voting right after the fifth week, during the Vegas call backs. When we are down to the final 20, the viewers start voting.
By the time we got to Vegas, we were starting to see top flight talent. There were a number of contestants that could really become superstars. I think people are really going to like that.
I was most surprised of the different areas where people showed talent. In truth, this isn't The Gong Show. I mean, surely there are certain acts that go nowhere, but I really have to say that the people trying out have a good degree of talent and some are exceptional!
The first show, we were showing the process, but by the time we got to Vegas, we saw some really amazing acts.

Homecoming

2007-06-06T04:24:56Z

I love Cincinnati. It's been home for 30 years. I still have a place there and I don't think I will ever give it up.

Favorite Destination

2007-06-06T04:22:38Z

I love England and part of that, of course, is because I was born there. I love going to Italy because it is beautiful and so are the people and so it the food.
I have been real lucky to travel to much of the world. Truthfully, there are a bunch of places to which I have been amazed, including South Africa and Greece and France. I don't know where to stop.

The coolest thing I have ever done

2007-06-06T04:20:44Z

Along with being on The Simpsons, being on the cover of Rolling Stone was the stamp of approval in terms of the pop culture. But, for everyone who is impressed by that, there's also somebody who thinks I destroyed Western civilization. But, then again, we have had a thousand year run, maybe we should give another civilization a shot.