{"id":1092,"date":"2026-06-28T11:26:49","date_gmt":"2026-06-28T11:26:49","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/hnnews24h.store\/?p=1092"},"modified":"2026-06-28T11:27:22","modified_gmt":"2026-06-28T11:27:22","slug":"nervous-17-year-old-spanish-sensation-bety-dumitru-wows-americas-got-talent-judges-with-emotional-audition-that-earns-standing-ovation","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/hnnews24h.store\/?p=1092","title":{"rendered":"Nervous 17-Year-Old Spanish Sensation Bety Dumitru Wows \u2018America\u2019s Got Talent\u2019 Judges With Emotional Audition That Earns Standing Ovation."},"content":{"rendered":"

Seventeen-year-old Spanish singer Bety Dumitru delivered an emotional and widely praised audition on America\u2019s Got Talent, impressing judges with a heartfelt rendition of JP Saxe\u2019s 2019 hit\u00a0\u201cIf the World Was Ending.\u201d<\/em><\/p>\n

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Dumitru, a Valencia native, arrived on the AGT stage with visible nerves, marking a major step in a journey that began long before her U.S. television debut. Prior to appearing on the show, she had already competed in Spain\u2019s\u00a0La Voz Kids<\/em>, where she reached the Top 8 and gained early recognition for her vocal ability, including a memorable cover of Queen\u2019s\u00a0\u201cBohemian Rhapsody.\u201d<\/em><\/p>\n

For her AGT audition, she chose JP Saxe\u2019s emotional ballad, a song built around themes of regret, vulnerability, and human connection during crisis. While the original track is known for its stripped-back duet style and understated emotional delivery, Dumitru reinterpreted it with a more expansive vocal approach, incorporating a Spanish-language verse that added a personal and cultural dimension to the performance.<\/p>\n

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Despite her initial nervousness, Dumitru\u2019s performance quickly gained momentum as she settled into the song. Her voice, described by judge Howie Mandel as a blend of \u201cHalsey and Adele,\u201d carried a strong emotional tone that resonated with both the audience and panel. The performance stood out not just for vocal control, but for the way she adapted the song rather than imitating the original recording.<\/p>\n

The judging panel, which included Simon Cowell, responded positively. Cowell praised her for avoiding imitation and instead presenting her own interpretation, calling the performance a \u201cmasterclass\u201d in how to approach a well-known song. He highlighted her individuality and suggested she had a distinctive artistic identity already forming at a young age.<\/p>\n

Sof\u00eda Vergara also praised Dumitru\u2019s presence and vocal quality, calling her a \u201cstar\u201d with strong natural energy. Mel B similarly noted that while nerves were visible, her voice carried commercial potential, suggesting she could succeed on radio due to its distinct tone.<\/p>\n

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All four judges ultimately voted \u201cyes,\u201d allowing Dumitru to advance to the next round of the competition. The positive decision prompted an emotional reaction from the singer, who expressed disbelief at performing on one of the world\u2019s biggest talent stages. She credited the moment as the realization of a lifelong dream and reacted tearfully alongside her brother, who had accompanied her to the United States.<\/p>\n