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Kenan Thompson Steps In for Simon Cowell | Austin News
Simon Cowell’s off the bench for a few weeks after routine back surgery, paving the way for comedy legend Kenan Thompson to step into his judge’s chair for the AGT quarterfinals. Joining Mel B, Howie Mandel, and Sofia Vergara — with Terry Crews still hosting — Thompson brings fresh energy as the show gears up for its September 1st showdown. While this isn’t Simon’s first rodeo with back woes (remember that 2020 e-bike crash?), fans are keeping their fingers crossed for a speedy recovery. Guest judges aren’t new to AGT — past stars like Nikki Glaser and Lele Pons have filled in before — so…
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