Heidi Klum is departing the show, with former judge Mel B returning to take Klum’s place alongside fellow judges Simon Cowell, Howie Mandel and Sofia Vergara and host Terry Crews. Mel B previously was a judge on the NBC series from 2013-18 and on spinoff AGT: Fantasy League in 2024.

Mel B will return to the judge’s table on Season 20 of “America’s Got Talent,” which debuts Tuesday, May 27 at 8 p.m. on NBC. The former Spice Girl will replace Heidi Klum, who exits the series after 11 nonconsecutive seasons.

Season 20 of “America’s Got Talent” is coming to primetime on NBC in May. Starting at 8 p.m. on May 27, the show’s new season will premier on WDTN. The Live Shows will air Tuesdays starting Aug. 19, followed by results on the following Wednesdays.