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American Idol 11 alum Jessica Sanchez comes full circle to win America’s Got Talent 2026. Relive her journey here.

WATCH American Idol alum Jessica Sanchez return to America’s Got Talent with new confidence, BIG surprise news and a Golden Buzzer.

America’s Got Talent celebrates its 20th season with surprises, including the return of American Idol finalist Jessica Sanchez.

Blake Lewis says American Idol editing cast him in a negative light. Other alums weigh in on “bullying” auditions, fighting for song choices.

Nine American Idol runner-ups share experiences coming in 2nd including frustrations, challenges and even resentments.

American Idol alum Jessica Sanchez teamed up with Mark Cuban, Ne-You and more for “Us,” a song to bring awareness to Asian American hate.

American Idol season 11 runner up Jessica Sanchez drops new music. Check out her “Caught Up” Music Video featuring Ricky Breaker.

American Idol singer Jessica Sanchez took a knee during performance of the National Anthem. Predictably folks freaked out.

American Idol season 11 alum Jessica Sanchez and fellow vocalist Matt Bloyd cover the theme to Disney’s “Beauty and the Beast.” Watch here.

AUDIO: Check out the new remix of the DNC anthem “Stronger Together” featuring vocals from American Idol’s Jessica Sanchez. Listen Here!