From Simon Cowell (“American Idol”) and the producers of “American Idol,” and hosted by television legend Regis Philbin (“Live with Regis and Kelly”), comes “America’s Got Talent,” NBC’s hit variety-talent competition series.

Bringing the variety format back to the forefront of American culture, “America’s Got Talent” showcases the hottest performers from across the country, all vying for a $1 million grand prize, with the winner being chosen by the television viewing audience.

Each week, the show features a colorful array of hopeful future stars -- singers, dancers, comedic performers and unique acts of all ages who have a chance to strut and perform in front of a panel of celebrity judges, including actor, singer and executive producer David Hasselhoff (“Baywatch”), Grammy Award-winning singer and actress Brandy (“Moesha”), and United Kingdom television-media personality Piers Morgan.

During the first four episodes, Hasselhoff, Brandy and Morgan viewed auditions, and determined which contestants would advance to the semi-finals. Over the next four semi-final episodes, two performers from each of these episodes will move on to the finale -- one chosen by the television viewing audience and one by the celebrity panel of judges. America will cast the deciding vote on America’s most talented performer.

"America's Got Talent" is produced by Cowell's SYCO TV production company and FremantleMedia. Cowell, Ken Warwick (“American Idol”) and Cecile Frot-Coutaz ("American Idol") are the executive producers. Jason Raff (“Three Wishes”) and Charles Boyd (“American Idol”) are the co-executive producers.