The Unexpected Winner of America’s Got Talent 2023: Adrian Stoica and his Dog Hurricane
The winner of America’s Got Talent 2023 has finally been announced, and it’s not the act that many fans were expecting. In a surprising turn of events, Adrian Stoica and his talented dog Hurricane were declared the champions of Season 18. They took home a grand prize of US$1 million and will headline the America’s Got Talent Presents Superstars Live! show at the Luxor Hotel and Casino in Las Vegas.
As always, the winner was determined by public vote, and Stoica and Hurricane won over the hearts of the audience with their elaborate and perfectly choreographed routines. Despite fierce competition from contestants like Lavender Darcangelo, a blind and autistic soulful singer, Stoica and Hurricane wowed the judges with their over-three-minute performance.
The routine showcased Hurricane’s incredible training, as she flawlessly executed a variety of tricks to help Stoica prepare for a date with judge Sofía Vergara. The act was set to the crowd-pleasing song “Crazy Little Thing Called Love” by Queen and was performed without the use of treats, a rare feat in dog training.
Simon Cowell, one of the judges, praised the performance, stating, “I think in terms of stepping up from the audition to the live show, this is the best act we’ve seen tonight. This was live, and that was a tricky routine. She was amazing.” Vergara herself joined Stoica and Hurricane on stage during the routine and expressed her excitement, saying that the pooch is ready for Vegas.
Famous Guests and Unexpected Victory
The America’s Got Talent finale also featured famous guests such as Jason Derulo, John Batiste, Thirty Seconds to Mars, Leona Lewis, Cat Cora from Iron Chef, and American songwriter Diane Warren. Cowell, a dog lover himself, admitted that Stoica and Hurricane’s win came as a surprise, stating, “You can’t please everyone — there were people who were disappointed, people who were surprised, but it’s a public vote, and their act last night was amazing. So, a bit of a surprise, but I’m happy.”
Cowell shared that his nine-year-old son Eric, who was present for the finale, was thrilled to see Stoica and Hurricane take home the title. Stoica, in an interview with Entertainment Tonight, revealed that he and Hurricane would be celebrating with a long walk and getting some much-needed rest, as they were exhausted from the competition.
Stoica and Hurricane’s Victory Amongst Tough Competition
Stoica and Hurricane triumphed over 10 other acts in the finale, showcasing their unrivaled talent. The top five acts, alongside Stoica and Hurricane, were the Ramadhani Brothers, a head-balancing duo, the singer Putri Ariani, magician Anna DeGuzman, and the dance troop Murmuration.
This victory makes Stoica and Hurricane the second-ever animal act to win America’s Got Talent. The previous animal act winners were the Olate Dogs, a father-and-son dog training duo who won Season 7 in 2012.
The Prize and Financial Details
It’s important to note that the winners of America’s Got Talent don’t receive the full US$1 million prize outright. According to the show’s disclaimer, the prize is payable in a financial annuity over 40 years, or the contestant can choose to receive the present cash value of the annuity. The winner can opt for an annual pre-tax payout of $25,000 per year for 40 years or accept a lump sum payment of around US$300,000 before taxes.
Overall, Stoica and Hurricane’s victory is a true testament to their talent and hard work. This unexpected win has left fans and judges in awe, and their future performances are eagerly awaited.
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