For more deep dives into the season's progression, you can check out the full recap on Gold Derby or see the performance clips on the official AGT YouTube channel . 'America's Got Talent': 6 Best Auditions From Episode 3
- A high-energy break-dancing group from the Philippines. [S17E3] Auditions 3
: Closing the night, this group of current and former NFL players performed a soulful rendition of "Lean on Me," earning a standing ovation and three "Yes" votes after Simon asked for an a cappella encore. Other Notable Auditions Talent Type Max Ostler Contemporary Dance Yes - Simon called him the "Harry Styles of dance". Jack Williams Ventriloquism Yes - Impressed the judges with his technical skill. Harper Metal Singing For more deep dives into the season's progression,
: This knife-throwing duo brought "nail-biting" intensity by throwing axes while blindfolded and performing stunts with one member hanging upside down. Other Notable Auditions Talent Type Max Ostler Contemporary
: In a comedic highlight, WWE stars Nikki and Brie Bella appeared in disguise as "Duo Rag Dolls". After a intentionally "boring" performance that earned three "No" votes and boos, they staged a fake fight on stage before revealing their true identities to a shocked Simon Cowell.
: Gabriel and Nate, Navy veterans with autism, combined music and comedy. Gabriel performed spot-on impressions—including Spongebob, Kermit the Frog, and Simon Cowell—while Nate accompanied him on the piano.