Howie Mandel Reacts After Getting Booed by America's Got Talent Audience for Criticizing Kids Act
Howie Mandel is not a fan of kids on America's Got Talent. The judge made that clear on Tuesday night's episode, when he gave a harsh critique to a group of young dancers who performed a hip-hop routine. The audience was not happy with his comments and booed him loudly, making him defend his opinion.
The act in question was called Beyond Belief Dance Company, and it featured 10 girls aged 7 to 13 who danced to Lady Gaga's "Born This Way". The girls wore colorful outfits and wigs, and showed off their energy and sass. The crowd loved them, as did judges Sofia Vergara and Heidi Klum, who praised their confidence and charisma.
But Howie Mandel was not impressed. He said that he felt the act was "too cutesy" and "not memorable". He also said that he didn't think they were ready for the big stage, and that they needed more training and polish. He added that he was being honest and helpful, not mean.
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The audience disagreed. They booed him loudly, making him raise his voice to be heard. He asked them to stop booing, saying that he was entitled to his opinion and that he was trying to help the kids improve. He also said that he had been in the business for 40 years and that he knew what he was talking about.
The other judges tried to calm him down, saying that he was being too harsh and that the kids were amazing. Sofia Vergara even said that she wanted to adopt them all. Howie Mandel refused to back down, saying that he was the only one who was being honest and realistic.
The host, Terry Crews, then asked the kids how they felt about Howie Mandel's comments. They said that they respected his opinion, but that they were proud of themselves and their performance. They also said that they loved Lady Gaga and that they wanted to inspire other kids to be themselves.
The audience cheered for them, while Howie Mandel looked annoyed. He said that he hoped they would prove him wrong in the next round, if they made it through. The results will be revealed on Wednesday night's episode.
Howie Mandel has a history of being critical of kid acts on America's Got Talent. In previous seasons, he has buzzed or criticized young singers, dancers, magicians, comedians, and more. He has said that he doesn't like kid acts because they are not as good as adult acts, and because they get sympathy votes from the audience.
Some fans agree with him, saying that he is being honest and fair, and that kid acts are overrated and boring. Others disagree with him, saying that he is being rude and mean, and that kid acts are talented and adorable.
What do you think? Do you agree with Howie Mandel or the audience? Do you like kid acts on America's Got Talent? Let us know in the comments below!