Amen to that.
I try to think what I was able to do at that age and for the most part, I come up shy.

I was in love from the first line of the song. I still can't grasp my head around being that good at such a young age.

@TristanNuvo I watched how her family was around her...giving her love and support...a good foundation for confidence and pride...she was also quite well spoken in her interview...mature beyond her young years...I am not a fan of this form of entertainment, but she did a good job...

@thinktwice I have to agree on the point of ventriloquism is not my normal thing, But she was amazing. And yeah, her parents giving support was priceless.

I don't watch them myself often, but here and there, I catch a special one or two on youtube.

Same here. That was quite an amazing performance!

My thoughts exactly.

Agreed!

To be honest, I haven't seen any of her other performances. I'll have to have a go.

Simon created the franchize. It's his show.

@MsAl Ok, but he has one in the UK too, could he not stay home and do that one? Perhaps there is a bit of exhibitionist about him there. Bigger audience, bigger exposure, etc, etc.

@Aryn Only what I have seen in the press. No never met him personally, have you?

Honestly, I did kind of question that very point when it started.
But in the end, it's about the talent, not the judges.

Simon in his own rights, and for all of his nastiness , actually has the cred to judge. He has produced a hefty line of top acts. His ears, imho are very keen to what works, and what doesn't.