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16-year-old Thai guitarist Nene Royal won America's Got Talent Season 21, securing a $1 million prize and a Las Vegas residency. She is now preparing to open for Avenged Sevenfold in Singapore on October 13 and is working on her debut EP, with ambitions to collaborate with major rock acts.
16-year-old Thai guitarist Nene Royal has secured an opening slot for Avenged Sevenfold’s Singapore concert on October 13, following her victory on America’s Got Talent. The teen, who won a $1 million prize and a Las Vegas residency, is now focusing on releasing original music and touring internationally. Her win sparked massive national pride in Thailand, with the government and major corporations offering financial and material support.
Thai teenager Nene Royal has secured an opening slot for Avenged Sevenfold's Singapore concert on October 13, following her victory on America's Got Talent. The 16-year-old, who won a $1 million prize and a Las Vegas residency, is now focusing on releasing original music and touring internationally.
Nene Royal, the 16-year-old Thai guitarist who won America's Got Talent Season 21, has secured an opening slot for Avenged Sevenfold's concert in Singapore on October 13. This marks the band's first return to the country in 11 years. Royal, who won a $1 million prize, is now focusing on original music and international touring.
16-year-old Thai guitarist Nene Royal won America's Got Talent Season 21, becoming the first Thai winner in the show's history. She claimed a $1 million prize and a Las Vegas residency after defeating magician Geno Ploeger in a finale decided by audience vote. Her victory was marked by a viral performance of 'Seven Nation Army' and a duet with Linkin Park.
16-year-old Thai rock star Nene Royal won America's Got Talent Season 21, becoming the first Thai winner in the show's history. She defeated magician Geno Ploeger to claim the $1 million prize, following a finale that featured a duet with Linkin Park and a viral performance of 'Seven Nation Army.'
16-year-old Thai guitarist Nene Royal won America's Got Talent Season 21, earning $1 million and a Las Vegas residency. She outvoted magician Geno Ploeger in a finale marked by Simon Cowell’s absence due to back surgery.
Nene Royal, a 16-year-old guitarist from Thailand, won the $1 million prize and title of America's Got Talent Season 21. The finale aired on September 23, 2026, with Terry Crews hosting and a panel including Howie Mandel, Mel B, Sofía Vergara, and guest judge KSI. Royal defeated magician Geno Ploeger, who placed second, while magic group Hundred Fingers took third. The competition featured performances by Linkin Park, Josh Groban, and Steve Aoki, with Royal dueting with Emily Armstrong. Howie Mandel announced he would fund the third-place act's Las Vegas ventures. The victory marked a significant win for a young international talent, capping a season where Royal received a Golden Buzzer earlier.
16-year-old Thai singer Nene Royal won the $1 million prize for America's Got Talent Season 21, defeating magician Geno Ploeger in the finale. The show featured a new judging lineup due to Simon Cowell's absence and highlighted Royal's rock performances.
Nene Royal, a 16-year-old guitarist from Phuket, Thailand, won the $1 million grand prize of America's Got Talent Season 21. She edged out runner-up Geno Ploeger in a finale decided by America's Vote on September 23, 2026.
16-year-old Thai rock singer Nene Royal won the $1 million prize and title of America's Got Talent Season 21, defeating magician Geno Ploeger in the finale. The results show aired on September 23, 2026, with Terry Crews hosting and judges Howie Mandel, Mel B, Sofía Vergara, and KSI present. Royal, who received a Golden Buzzer earlier in the season, secured the top spot after a series of head-to-head eliminations. Ploeger placed second, while magic group Hundred Fingers took third. The finale featured special performances by Linkin Park, Josh Groban, and Steve Aoki, with Royal dueting with Emily Armstrong. Mandel announced he would fund the third-place act's Las Vegas ventures. The competition concluded with Royal's victory, marking a significant win for a young international talent.
Thai teenager Nene Royal delivered a high-energy cover of The White Stripes' 'Seven Nation Army' during the first night of America's Got Talent Season 21's finale. The performance, characterized by a new guitar solo and traditional attire, received standing ovations from judges and audiences. Voting for the $1 million prize is open until the results show airs on September 23.
The two-night finale of America's Got Talent Season 21 airs Sept. 22-23 on NBC, featuring the top 10 acts competing for a $1 million prize. Nene Royal is the frontrunner, while voting opens via NBC, the AGT app, and TikTok.
America’s Got Talent season 21 reveals the finale lineup: the four Golden Buzzer finalists—Hundred Fingers, Nene Royal, Lai Noelle, and Unitree—are joined by Acro Canine Crew, Veronika Goroshkova, Royal Lasers, Olivia Befus, Come Here, and Geno Ploeger for the two-night finale beginning Sept. 22. Acts Kameron Marshall, Cesar Dias, Luke Taleno, Young & Strange, Daniel Alvarez, and Travis Garland were eliminated in the semifinals. Host Terry Crews led the results show, with Howie Mandel, Mel B, and Sofia Vergara judging. Readers are invited to vote and share predictions in a follow-up poll.
America's Got Talent Season 21's quarterfinals concluded with four acts advancing to the semifinals—Young & Strange, Cesar Dias, Unitree, and Travis Garland—while Lara D, Ruben Roldan, Cameron Logsdon, Bird and Byron, Tyrone & Margo, Akira, and Jesse Joe were eliminated. Nine acts had already secured semifinal spots, and three Golden Buzzers (Hundred Fingers, Nene Royal, Lai Noelle) were sent to the finals.