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It's a shame this still happens to some acts. Granted, it's happened a lot less in recent seasons (I've noticed the judges always say "Thank you for performing" after rejecting acts).

My least favorite aspect of the show will always be the huge amount of editing and shaping of contestants to increase ratings. Kayvon's lackluster performance and defiance of the judges was entertaining, that's for sure, but it's disapppointing that producers switched the conversation around to make the judges look better and Kayvon worse. It's well-known that this happens for all reality shows, but always sad to read about.

In the end, I watch AGT to be entertained by amazing talents, discover new performers and performance styles, and watch as America somehow decides which acts are "more talented." AGT has given amazing exposure to hundreds of acts; it's a shame Kayvon slipped through the cracks.

PS: I also hate how the AGT producers didn't show his audition (which would have been interesting with not only his performance but his girlfriend's defense). You mean to tell me 42 acts we never saw again after their audition had more entertaining performances than his?