Jessica Sanchez won $ 1 million on America’s Got Talent!
25 september 2025 в 17:13
The time has come for Jessica Sanchez to receive her well-deserved awards — in the form of a $ 1 million cash prize. The 30-year-old star from Chula Vista, California, was crowned the winner of the 20th season of «America's Got Talent», - and it was an emotional moment for the singer, who was pregnant during the competition. Jessica’s dedication helped her make a name for herself in the music industry. Now that she has won AGT, Hollywood Life has gathered some facts you need to know about her below!
Jessica was around 11 years old when she first performed on AGT in 2006! The rising star then became a wild card act, but did not make it to the finals. However, she became a semi-finalist and continued to pursue her career in the music industry.
After participating in AGT for the first time, Jessica tried her luck on American Idol. She auditioned for the 11th season and made it to the finals when the judges used their «Judges' Save» option to keep her in the competition. Jessica finished in second place on the 11th season of Idol, only losing to Phillip Phillips.
Since then, Jessica has continued to record music and perform at various events.
Participating in the 20th season of AGT, Jessica was pregnant. Despite the challenges that come with any pregnancy, the versatile artist persevered and won the competition shortly before her expected due date.
«Today I officially enter my 9th month of pregnancy», - Jessica captioned a post on Instagram a week before the finale of the 20th season. «My heart is overflowing with gratitude for all the love and kind words pouring in on me. I never imagined I would spend these last weeks of pregnancy away from home, in the midst of such an exciting competition. I sincerely believe that God’s plan surpasses my own. This journey has been so unexpected, but so beautiful, and I wouldn’t have it any other way».
Returning to the AGT stage, Jessica revealed that she has been married to her husband, Ricky Gayardo, since 2021.
Ricky has been a crucial support for Jessica during her time on AGT. He posted a sweet photo on Instagram with his wife in September 2025, captioned: «What can I say… I’m a lucky guy»
Jessica was around 11 years old when she first performed on AGT in 2006! The rising star then became a wild card act, but did not make it to the finals. However, she became a semi-finalist and continued to pursue her career in the music industry.
After participating in AGT for the first time, Jessica tried her luck on American Idol. She auditioned for the 11th season and made it to the finals when the judges used their «Judges' Save» option to keep her in the competition. Jessica finished in second place on the 11th season of Idol, only losing to Phillip Phillips.
Since then, Jessica has continued to record music and perform at various events.
Participating in the 20th season of AGT, Jessica was pregnant. Despite the challenges that come with any pregnancy, the versatile artist persevered and won the competition shortly before her expected due date.
«Today I officially enter my 9th month of pregnancy», - Jessica captioned a post on Instagram a week before the finale of the 20th season. «My heart is overflowing with gratitude for all the love and kind words pouring in on me. I never imagined I would spend these last weeks of pregnancy away from home, in the midst of such an exciting competition. I sincerely believe that God’s plan surpasses my own. This journey has been so unexpected, but so beautiful, and I wouldn’t have it any other way».
Returning to the AGT stage, Jessica revealed that she has been married to her husband, Ricky Gayardo, since 2021.
Ricky has been a crucial support for Jessica during her time on AGT. He posted a sweet photo on Instagram with his wife in September 2025, captioned: «What can I say… I’m a lucky guy»
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