Everything to Know About ‘AGT’ Hopeful, ‘American Idol’ Alum Jessica Sanchez in 2025
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America’s Got Talent is back this month. With the awaited return of the show, NBC shared the first trailer for the upcoming season. Within the trailer, fans quickly noticed Season 1 alum Jessica Sanchez. Here’s everything to know about the singer in 2025.
Jessica Sanchez Returns to America’s Got Talent
Eagle eyed America’s Got Talent fans were quick to recognize Jessica Sanchez in AGT’s newest Season 20 trailer. Since she’s in the trailer, fans have been curious to know what she’s up to in 2025. Here’s everything we know about what Jessica Sanchez is up to before appearing on America’s Got Talent Season 20.
In 2025, Jessica Sanchez is 29 years old, and living in California. Sanchez tied the knot to husband Rickie Gallardo in 2021. The pair privately married and subtly hinted at their marriage on Instagram in 2023. When speaking to ABS CBN in 2023, Sanchez confirmed her marriage.
“Marriage has really calmed me down. I love my husband and I think it just changed me for the better, he changed me for the better. I’ve grown a lot. I’ve actually been married for two years. It’s been a while. I just announced it publicly. it was like a soft announcement on my Instagram,” she said.
Sanchez admits that her husband is extremely supportive of her singing career. Sanchez and Gallardo privately wed in Texas.
Sanchez’s Time on AGT, American Idol
For those who may not remember, Jessica Sanchez first appeared on America’s Got Talent Season 1 at only 10 years old. Although her audition was never aired, and she was eliminated from the semifinals without performing, Sanchez was brought back by judge Brandy Norwood during the Wild Card Show.
After being brought back as a wildcard, Sanchez sang “I Surrender” by Hillsong Worship. Judges Piers Morgan, Brandy Norwood and David Hasselhoff all voted “yes” on Sanchez. Unfortunately, she did not earn enough votes to continue in the competition.
In 2012, Sanchez appeared as part of American Idol on FOX. Once again, her audition was not televised. Sanchez sang “(You Make Me Feel Like) A Natural Woman” by Aretha Franklin in her audition, earning three “yeses” from judges Randy Jackson, Steven Tyler, and Jennifer Lopez. She then finished the competition out as the runner up of the season.
As of writing, this singer currently has 59,288 monthly listeners on Spotify. She has released 2 EPs and 21 singles since 2009.
She Calls Her Return to AGT “a Huge Blessing”
Ahead of America’s Got Talent Season 20, Sanchez has penned a heartfelt Instagram post, explaining what this season means to her. This note was written alongside a video of her singing on the AGT trailer.
“Being 10 years old on AGT played such a massive role in me believing in something bigger for myself, for my voice,” the singer wrote.
“What a huge blessing it is to be able to come back and chase after my dreams again after 20 years. Can’t wait to see what God has in store for me ❤️,” she added.
Fans were quick to comment their excitement on her post. Many commented about how proud they are of Sanchez amid her return to the big stage.
America’s Got Talent returns to NBC on Tuesday, May 27 8PM ET. Be sure to tune into the show so you don’t miss any minute of Sanchez on the stage!
