What Happened to Learnmore Jonasi in AGT 2024?
Best known for Receiving the Golden Buzzer from Terry Crews for his comedy act on America’s Got Talent 2024.
| Age (at audition) | 30 Years |
| Home Town | Chimanimani, Zimbabwe |
| Act | Stand-up Comedy |
| Season | 19 |
| Position Reached | Semi Final |
Learnmore Jonasi is a 30-year-old comedian from Chimanimani, Zimbabwe. He entertained the judges and audience on America’s Got Talent 2024 with his hilarious stand-up routine comparing his life at Zimbabwe to USA . He earned the Golden Buzzer from show host Terry Crews, advancing him directly to the live shows.
In the quarterfinals, Learnmore’s performance covered topics like getting his green card, gluten allergies, his sexuality, and the complexities of American food compared to Zimbabwean cuisine.
However, Learnmore advanced to the Semifinals after finishing in the top 5 of the night, thanks to his relatable and joyful comedy.
In the semi finals, Jonasi’s humor could make everyone laughing on stage and got selected to the final round.
After his final performance at the AGT stage, he could only be able to reserve 5th place with the votes.
Background
Learnmore Jonasi who is coming from a small village in Zimbabwe, has been passionate about comedy from a young age. He moved around various towns in Zimbabwe, attending Chimanimani Primary School, Sheni Primary School, and Chimanimani High School.
Without considering numerous challenges, including long bus trips for short performances, Jonasi’s determination never went downwards. Before his AGT appearance, he had already made a name for himself by performing on Comedy shows and winning multiple awards.
He who often called “The Village Boy,” has achieved remarkable success in comedy. In 2019, he was honored with the National Arts Merit Award for Outstanding Comedian of the Year and the Savanna Comic Choice Award for Pan African Comic of the Year.
That same year, he also won the people’s choice award in Steve Harvey’s Stand Up Spotlight competition. In 2020, he received the National Arts Merit Award again for Outstanding Comedian of the Year.
Learnmore Jonasi Biography
Learnmore Mwanyenyeka also known as Learnmore Jonasi was born in August 22, 1993. As of May 2024, he is 30 years old.
| Real Name | Learnmore Mwanyenyeka |
| Age | 30 Years |
| Birthday | August 22, 1993 |
| Birthplace | Mutare, Zimbabwe |
| Height | Approx. 6 feet |
| Nationality | Zimbabwean |
| Ethnicity | African |
| Profession | Stand-up Comedian, Actor |
Family & Relationships
Learnmore was raised by his grandparents in Chimanimani . His mother, Memory Mwanyenyeka, is a kindergarten teacher in South Africa and he doe not aware about his father. Learnmore shares a close bond with his family. He often crediting them for his success and comedic inspiration.
There are no evidences about his girl friend in the internet.
What happened in America’s Got Talent?
Audition
In his AGT season 19 audition, Learnmore Jonasi performed a stand-up routine that humorously contrasted his life in Zimbabwe with his experiences in the United States. The judges and audience were in laugh. The host Terry Crews was impressed by Jonasi’s journey and determination, pressed the Golden Buzzer, sending him straight to the live shows.
Judge Howie Mandel praised Jonasi for his ability to connect and entertain despite English not being his first language. Sofia Vergara loved his performance from start to finish saying “said: “I think that you were good from top to bottom. This is the most fun time we’ve had today.” and Simon Cowell named him as one of the funniest contestants AGT has ever seen.
“I actually think you’re one of the funniest people we’ve ever had over the years… I was laughing so much.”
Simon Cowell
Quarter-Final
Learnmore Jonasi delivered a stand-up comedy act that touched on a range of topics. It included the excitement of receiving his green card, gluten allergies, anxiety, his sexuality, the complexities of American food compared to Zimbabwean food, and the meaningfulness of Zimbabwean names.
His performance could receive enthusiastic standing ovations from all four judges, Howie Mandel, Heidi Klum, Sofia Vergara, and Simon Cowell.
Sofia praised his comedy as “joyful and relatable,” while Simon called him “one of the best contestants” of the season. Howie noted that Learnmore’s likable stage presence connects deeply with the audience, bridging cultural gaps with humor.
However, Learnmore made it into the top 5 of the night and got selected to the semi final.
Semi-Final
Learnmore Jonasi, who was the last stand-up comic in the competition, had everyone laughing with his jokes about American movies and dogs in the semi finals.
Howie praised him as “epic” and for making his humor seem natural.
Heidi said he always puts her in a good mood, Sofia believed he deserved to stay in the competition, and Simon found him “so funny. and original and you have to be in finals , you deserve that”
However, his impressive humor could be able to move him to the finals.
Finals
In the finals, he performed a set that covered topics like airport behavior and dating experiences, leaving the judges in stitches. Sofia called him one of her favorite comedians in the history of AGT, praising his relatable humor and charming stage presence.
Howie admired his work ethic, noting that Learnmore has worked hard to develop his craft. Heidi described him as a “cartoon character come to life” because of his animated expressions and delivery, while Simon appreciated his ability to find humor in the ordinary, calling him “clever and smart.”
After the round of votes, he could win the 5th place of the competition.
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Conclusion
Learnmore Jonasi’s journey from a small village in Zimbabwe to the AGT stage is an inspiration for anyone out there who lacks confidence. His Golden Buzzer moment marked a significant milestone, in his carrier giving him a huge opportunity to showcase his talent and become popular.
