Tom Sandoval Takes On A-Ha Classic for “America’s Got Talent” Audition

Tom Sandoval is taking on a new challenge…

The 42-year-old Mexican American reality television star and musician is showing off his vocal skills on television once again — this time with his band The Most Extras.

Tom Sandoval, America's Got TalentThe former Vanderpump Rules star — who recently boasted about his musical abilities on season three of Peacock‘s The Traitors  — is set to appear on the Tuesday, June 24th episode of NBC’s America’s Got Talent.

“Couple years ago, I made some really bad choices and was involved in a very bad cheating scandal, and I let down a lot of people. It pretty much destroyed my life. It was absurd how much coverage and how big it became,” the reality TV star shared in his intro, referencing “Scandoval,” which broke in May 2023. Sandoval had been caught by Ariana Madix, his then girlfriend of nearly 10 years, cheating with one of her closest friends and their VPR castmate Raquel (now Rachel) Leviss. “I just hope the audience and the judges see who I am as a musician.”

When judge Simon Cowell — who is a friend of the reality show’s namesake, Lisa Vanderpump — asked why he wanted to make the transition to music, Sandoval pointed out that he had been labeled “the most hated man in America” by The New York Times, and was now seeking to correct the course of his wrecked life.

“It was really, really rough, and I was in a very, very dark place. I felt as though I had nothing in my life, and this band was the only thing that kept me going,” he said of the aftermath, as best friend and VPR star Tom Schwartz, along with Sandoval’s girlfriend, Victoria, cheered him on from the audience. “I would love … to be just, like, the ultimate cover band.”

As Tom Sandoval and The Most Extras prepared to begin their performance, the judges chatted amongst themselves, with Howie Mandel explaining to Sofia Vergara who Sandoval was.

“He slept with his girlfriend’s best friend,” he told her, with Mel B chiming in, “No wonder nobody likes him, then!” To that, the acerbic Cowell declared, “Do you know how NOT interested I am in any of that stuff?”

And with that, Sandoval — in one of his signature sequined jackets — took the stage with his band to deliver their cover of a-ha’s Billboard Hot 100 No. 1 “Take on Me.”

Sandoval managed to show off some moves that fans of VPR who’ve seen him perform with The Most Extras on and off the Bravo hit.

But will Tom Sandoval and The Most Extras win the AGT judges’ approval?

Watch the competition show Tuesday at 8:00 pm on NBC, or stream it on Peacock to see.

Mars Leads the Pack of All-Star Latino Performers at the Billboard Music Awards

He may not have claimed any trophies, but Bruno Mars still managed to make his mark at this year’s Billboard Music Awards.

Bruno Mars

The 27-year-old part-Puerto Rican singer-songwriter, who was nominated for four awards, kicked off the three-hour show at the MGM Grand Garden Arena with a high-octane performance.

Mars, dressed to the nines as usual, took the stage to perform his latest single “Treasure.”


But Mars wasn’t the only Latino performer of the night…

Selena Gomez performed her catchy single “Come and Get It” on the show.

The song, the first single off the 20-year-old half-Mexican American singer-actress’ upcoming album recently made its way into the Top 10 on the Billboard Hot 100 chart.

Jennifer Lopez, the night’s best-dressed artist on the red carpet, had the world seeing red…

The 43-year-old Puerto Rican singer/actress busted a move on stage while performing her latest single “Live It Up” alongside Pitbull during the show.

The song, her third single with the Cuban rap superstar, is already generating serious buzz, especially after the release of the official music video for the track.


Miguel, meantime, made a splash at the Billboard Music Awards when he  landed on top of an unsuspecting audience member while taking the stage.

During his performance of his hit single “Adorn”, the 27-year-old half-Mexican American R&B artist jumped and landed his crotch smack on top of a girl in the crowd. Later, he also appeared to kick another girl in the head after jamming out to his hit.

“got caught up in the moment, thank goodness Khyati is okay” Miguel tweeted after his performance.


Last but certainly not least… Christina Aguilera showed off her slimmer physique f while performing at the awards show.

The 32-year-old half-Ecuadorian singer and returning The Voice coach joined Pitbull on stage to perform their song “Feel This Moment” during the show.

Aguilera and Mr. 305 were later joined by A-ha singer Morten Harket. The duo sample A-ha’s “Take On Me” in their hit single.


Pitbull & Aguilera Release Their “Feel This Moment” Video

Pitbull and Christina Aguilera are ready to help you feel this moment

The 32-year-old Cuban American rap superstar and the 32-year-old half-Ecuadorian American singer have released the official music video for the dancetastic collaboration “Feel This Moment.”

Pitbull & Christina Aguilera in Feel this Moment

The clip for the single, which features a sample of A-ha’s “Take On Me,” shows Pitbull looking dapper as always in his sleek suits, while Aguilera takes the role of supporting player in a killer leather jacket.

“Feel This Moment” continues to advance on the Billboard Hot 100, reaching a new peak this week by jumping from No. 18-13.

Meanwhile, Pitbull and Aguilera are set to perform the single at the 2013 Kids’ Choice Awards next Saturday night (March 23).

“Feel This Moment” is the latest single from Pitbull’s new album Global Warming.