What Happened to Tonikaku in AGT 2024?
Best known for his hilarious “body performance” act posing to look like he’s naked at American’s Got Talent 2024.
| Age (at audition) | 42 Years |
| Home Town | Tokyo |
| Act | Body Performance |
| Season | 19 |
| Position Reached | Quarterfinals |
Tonikaku, whose real name is Shōgō Yasumura, is a 42-year-old Japanese comedian from Tokyo, Japan. He auditioned for Season 19 of America’s Got Talent (AGT) with his unique “body performance” act that looked like he is naked, earning positive responses from both the judges and the audience. He received All Four Yes votes to get advanced to the quarter final.
In the quarterfinals, Tonikaku delivered another creative performance, humorously posing as a surfer and transforming into various personas, including a Super Bowl halftime show headliner and an Oscar winner.
However, he could not move on to the semi finals.
Background
Shōgō Yasumura, known professionally as Tonikaku, comes from Tokyo, Japan. He graduated from Asahikawa Business High School and later attended Tokyo NSC, where he became part of the 6th generation.
Before AGT, he got so popular on various international talent shows including Britain’s Got Talent, France’s Got Talent, and Germany’s Got Talent. Besides comedy, he has also entered into music, releasing a track titled “PANTS” under the alias MC TONY in 2023.
Tonikaku Biography
Tonikaku, born Shōgō Yasumura on March 15, 1982, in Tokyo, Japan, is a 42-year-old comedian and performer.
| Real Name | Shōgō Yasumura |
| Age | 42 Years |
| Birthday | March 15, 1982 |
| Birthplace | Asahikawa, Hokkaido, Japan |
| Height | 1.77 m |
| Nationality | Japanese |
| Profession | Comedian |
Family & Relationships
Tonikaku is known to keep his personal life private. So, he has not directly exposed his personal life on social media. It is sure that he has a supportive family that cheers him on through his various performances and endeavors.
What happened in America’s Got Talent?
Audition
During his audition for AGT Season 19, Tonikaku captivated the audience and judges with his hilarious “body performance” act. Simon Cowell, a judge who had seen him on Britain’s Got Talent, expressed his excitement and said that Tonikaku is his son Eric’s favorite act.
Tonikaku’s performance included poses of a football player, John Wick, a basketball player, and someone putting their handprints in concrete. Everyone enjoyed his performance and laughed a lot for his comedy. However, he could grab all Yes votes and earn a spot in the next round.
Quarter-Final
Tonikaku delivered another unforgettable performance in quarter final with his unique and comical approach to entertainment.
He began his act right in front of the judges, showcasing a surfer pose that set the tone for a playful California-themed fantasy. Moving to the stage, he showed various acts, including a Super Bowl halftime show headliner, an action movie star, and even an Oscar winner, all while maintaining his signature humorous style saying “Don’t worry, I am wearing”.
Despite Heidi Klum’s not so excited response, with her saying it wasn’t “mad enough,” Sofia Vergara praised him as “the gift that keeps on giving.”
Simon Cowell declared Tonikaku as one of his “favorites ever” due to his unique approach, while Howie Mandel gave him a standing ovation, noting his talent in making “so much out of so little”.
However, he could not get enough votes to get selected to the semi final.
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Conclusion
Tonikaku’s unique comedic style and daring performances have made him a popular contestant on America’s Got Talent. With his background in various international talent shows and his entrance into music, Tonikaku continues to entertain and inspire audiences around the world. Let’s see how he rocks the stage in next round.
