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AGT guest judge praises 16-year-old Nene Royal’s ‘insane’ performance

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The Independent UK · Sep 24

Thailand celebrates as teen rocker becomes first Thai to win America’s Got Talent

The 16-year-old had been performing at a Phuket night market before her ‘Zombie’ rendition turned her ‘America’s Got Talent’ audition viral

The Independent UK · Sep 24

Who is Nene Royal? Meet the 16-year-old rock sensation who walked away with ‘America’s Got Talent’ Season 21 crown

It's a dream-come-true moment for Nene Royal as she has been playing guitar with the help of online tutorials since the age of seven. The teenage rockstar was already famous in Phuket, before getting a chance to appear on the American television show, where she would busk in the Naka…

The Economic Times · Sep 24

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'America's Got Talent' reveals Season 21 winner - Check who won the $1 million mega prize and the final top-5 ranking

For Nene Royal, the evening marked the biggest moment of her AGT journey. The teenager arrived on the show as a relatively unknown performer and left as its newest champion. Her victory earned her the $1 million prize and placed her alongside the long list of performers who have used…

The Economic Times · Sep 24

America's Got Talent Season 21 finale: $1 million on the line, 10 facts about the show's 20-year run

America's Got Talent will conclude its 21st season with a live finale featuring ten finalists. The finale will take place on Wednesday and will showcase various acts including dance crews and singers. For the first time, Simon Cowell will not be present during the finale as he recuperates from back…

The Economic Times · Sep 23

16-year-old guitarist wins over America's Got Talent with Soundgarden's Black Hole Sun: “I think you could really win this competition – you can sing and you can play that guitar, insanely”

After covering The Cranberries and Muse in previous rounds, Nene Royal continued to stun the audience and judges with her searing rendition of Soundgarden's signature song

Guitar World · Aug 26

Nene Royal reaches America’s Got Talent final: The 16-year-old Thai singer from Phuket who makes the grand finale with a Live Golden Buzzer

In a stunning turn of events, Nene Royal, a gifted guitarist hailing from Phuket, has clinched a direct spot in the finals of America's Got Talent. She impressed judge Mel B so much that she was awarded the Live Golden Buzzer for her captivating performance. Having previously entertained audiences at…

The Economic Times · Aug 26

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Who Is Nene Royal? AGT Teen's Incredible Rise From a $49 Guitar to 200 Million Views

Nene Royal, a 16-year-old guitarist from Thailand, has gained international fame through America's Got Talent, inspiring young musicians and boosting Thailand's tourism efforts.

International Business Times UK · Aug 26

I Was Excited To See AGT’s Viral Rocker Perform Live, But I Didn’t Expect The Judges’ Reaction

‘I know I’m not supposed to say this …’

Cinemablend · Aug 26

'I'm 100% ready,' Nene Royal leaves for AGT Live Shows in US

PHUKET - "I aim to do my best in this round, even better than the two previous rounds, with a special surprise prepared," said young Thai rocker Nene Royal as she left to compete in the Live Shows round of America's Got Talent (AGT) on Wednesday.

Bangkok Post · Aug 19

Nene Royal wows Phuket ahead of America’s Got Talent performance

PHUKET — Young Thai rocker Rattikarn Amloy, known as Nene Royal, and her band Ozone performed at the market where they had formerly busked on Sunday night, ahead of her trip to the United States to compete in the Live Shows round of America’s Got Talent ( AGT ).

Bangkok Post · Aug 17

Nene Royal credits mother for success after royal honour

Breakout America's Got Talent star Nene Royal said her mother remains the most important person in her life as she was bestowed a royal recognition for her devotion and gratitude towards her mother on National Mother's Day.

Bangkok Post · Aug 12

Nene Royal heading to AGT Live Shows

Young Thai rocker Nene Royal has advanced to the pivotal Live Shows round of "America’s Got Talent 2026."

Bangkok Post · Aug 12

16-year-old guitar prodigy blows America’s Got Talent away once again with crushing cover of Muse hit

Nene Royal nailed the classic bassline and dished out a feast of guitar solos

Guitar World · Aug 10

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Bangkok Post · Aug 8

Nene Royal’s ‘Hysteria’ tops 1 million views

Thai rocker Nene Royal’s latest performance on ”America’s Got Talent” — a rendition of Muse’s “Hysteria” — has surpassed one million views online within just 14 hours of its release.

The Independent UK · Jul 21

Thai leader serenades Chinese PM in latest bizarre example of ‘musical diplomacy’

Performance in Beijing is only the latest example of Anutin Charnvirakul’s unique approach to foreign affairs

Bangkok Post · Jul 14

Nene Royal visits Government House, PM sings along

Government House was in festive mood on Tuesday as Prime Minister Anutin Charnvirakul and several cabinet ministers took turns at the microphone alongside Phuket rocker Nene Royal, ahead of her upcoming appearance on “America’s Got Talent”.

Guitar World · Jul 9

“The energy, the rock ‘n’ roll... You are a rock star, young lady”: This 16-year-old guitarist just stunned America’s Got Talent by two-hand tapping over a Cranberries classic

Teenage Thai talent Nene Royal went big on the riffs and licks during her explosive AGT audition

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MusicRadar · Jul 9

"You are a rock star, young lady": How a Thai teenager blew away America's Got Talent audience covering a '90s rock classic

Nene Royal's rendition of the Cranberries' Zombie stunned a packed-out AGT arena in Pasadena, California

Bangkok Post · Jul 9

Phuket’s Nene Royal rocks America’s Got Talent

Nene Royal, a 16-year-old singer-guitarist from Phuket, has become an online sensation after impressing judges and crowds on America’s Got Talent, earning a unanimous four “Yes” votes to advance to the next round.

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