Episode 1201

The first episode of Season 12, and the two hundred and sixty-fifth episode of America's Got Talent overall, aired on May 30, 2017. It was the first of TBD auditions episodes. TBD acts from this episode proceeded to the Judge Cuts, and TBD acts were rejected. One act was sent straight to the Quarterfinals. The judges' decision for TBD act was never televised.

Simon Cowell, Heidi Klum, Mel B, and Howie Mandel all returned as judges. Tyra Banks made her debut as host, replacing Nick Cannon.