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 is returning to the "AGT" judges panel for the reality competition's 20th season, replacing longtime judge Heidi Klum.

NBC is making a change to its judges table for the upcoming 20th season of its summer juggernaut America’s Got Talent. Heidi Klum, who has been on the show for 11 of the past 12 seasons, is leaving. Her seat will be taken by Mel B,

America’s Got Talent will look a lot different for the upcoming 20th season of the reality competition series. Victoria’s Secret Angel Heidi Klum is departing the show, with former judge and Spice Girls standout Mel B returning to take Klum’s spot.

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.