Twirl Act Takes Baton Twirling to New Heights - America's Got Talent 2021

[@janinenavarro4823]

i've personally met him three years ago in a competition and he is one of the nicest people i've ever met, he is such and amazing twirler!

[@mattgaming8717]

Seems nice.

[@joelramos9984]

HAPPY BIRTHDAY 🎉🎈🎉🎂

[@jessicatompkins535]

Awww! That’s cool!

[@sandy60]

And the gayest

[@jessicatompkins535]

@@sandy60 yeah, you’re right.

[@evahorst5397]

as a baton twirler myself, the twirling community is a very close knit one. I couldn’t think of a better person to represent this sport on a stage as big as this!

[@cassandrasmith5130]

Completely agree Eva!!!!!!!! Joel has made such an amazing impression around the world in our community and his personality is fantastic and will push him far !!!! So excited to see how far he goes !

[@kellietrewin2552]

Can please someone tell me what baton twirling is im from australia never seen this before is it an american thing?

[@Anyssa5]

@@kellietrewin2552 No it is from all over the world. I am from Holland and I was a twirler too, but now I'm not. But Twirling has also competitions in countries but it also has it own Europinion championschip and world championschip. So it is a sport not only in America but it is all over the world.

[@Anyssa5]

@@kellietrewin2552 also you read more about twirling on wikipedia or watch more video's on youtube. Https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Twirling I give the link, because it is a lot to explain so I think this is an easier way an besides that my English isn't that good to explain all of it.

[@evahorst5397]

@@kellietrewin2552 it’s actually a worldwide sport! i would recommend looking up some videos if you are interested in learning more!

[@seraphinitee]

Its clear he was having a blast, I just had the biggest smile watching him.

[@abbyhofilena3242]

Me too! 😀💕

[@sammyjo8109]

I'm always thrilled when the act is something besides singing. Incrediable performance! It took years of dedication to gain his masterful skills. It's a big fat YES from me!

[@XavierEstallo]

The optimism behind his smile and movement is sooo infectious

[@cacadog67]

Yep, I see a gentle sweet soul with fierce moves that I was not expevting. He's lovely.

[@leemotaula3954]

Howie: “I can do that” Heidi: “I doubt it” I love their relationship

[@dreamalee8400]

All of them loo

[@malyrx560]

Missing Mel B

[@jessicatompkins535]

Yes!😁 that was hilarious!

[@Maxy_9090]

Hes talented for sure but also his personality is amazing!! He seems soooo happy and full of life!!! I love when people are happy and it shows how happy they are during their auditions!! Fantastic audition & Fabulous guy!! Happy Birthday 🎈

[@smilestylez2488]

💯 . You can tell he LOVES what he is doing and was called to do this on Earth. He's living his purpose 🙌🙌🙏 .

[@danyaleridler7933]

I met him personally at a competition AYOP and he is the kindest person ever he is such an amazing twirler all eyes were on him

[@hannahluse3301]

I did color guard for many years and also did baton. Let me tell you what he just did is not easy! He has spent hours perfecting this routine. Many people do not get that baton twirling and flag, sabre, and rifle its an art and sport. As a person who did this for 6 years. Thank you for going on AGT and doing what you just did was incredible

[@ColorMyWorld]

I had one when I was a kid. I managed to give myself a black eye and of course go after my brother with it. For me this was amazing.

[@smilestylez2488]

@@ColorMyWorld Poor brother 😂😂

[@Swnsasy]

I was rifle captain in the color guard.. It is not easy at all and a lot of work..

[@nickytaylor1208]

Well know need to tell us we can see by are eyes he spent hours on that routine

[@bylouvain]

i'm in mb (i play flute) and i love the colorguard what they do is so impressive wow!!!

[@HardyGirl66]

As a baton twirler and someone who has taught baton, I am ALL OVER THIS!! That was INCREDIBLE!

[@athena706]

Same! I was into Baton Twirling when I was young, so nice to see it shine through on AGT!

[@smilestylez2488]

He's one of the best; if not, the BEST in the twirling world from what I've seen. Someone please tell me if otherwise.

[@stitchxxgaming2450]

me too!

[@Nicklifts23]

Literally just met this guy in the airport, super nice and he's still super happy offstage, he did a great job

[@mystorymysong777]

For some reason this is just a "make me happy" performance. The performer, the music, the energy. Loved it!

[@robertantonnyc]

Who would try to stop Joel Claudio from that amazing talent? He was exciting, flexible, such a showman. Happy Birthday sir!

[@daddydadguy9551]

I've noticed that you have posted alot of comments on a whole range of TV talent/music shows here on you tube, and they're always showing nothing but love, reapect, and appreciation. Positive actions never go unnoticed.....keep doing what you do also!!

[@robertantonnyc]

@@daddydadguy9551 Thank you so much!

[@julavaughs1137]

Greetings I concur

[@youllbeokay3428]

The song makes this performance even better.

[@immaculate6244]

I was searching for this comment😂👊

[@Nicol3x]

Fr

[@milo_moula7803]

My baton teacher twirled against him before, I could NEVER!

[@apurvs]

This year has been full of power-packed, positive vibes performances. Just amazing. & Sofia is just an amazing positive, fun addition to the judges team. Keep it up AGT!

[@sbf54]

As an intermediate twirler myself, I assure you he is phenomenally talented! The sport takes years of dedication and thousands of hours of of practice. Extreme talent!

[@sarasworldof_artz]

As a baton twirler , I could Never freaking do that. He’s amazing and I’ve been supporting his journey through Instagram . Much love ❤️

[@adilenemartinez8807]

I have personally met him one of the best personality I have seen so far who would know a guy that brought my food to the table had such amazing talent I’m so proud of him 💓

[@abigailkruckeberg6639]

I’ve personally met him at AYOP and he is literally one of the sweetest people i’ve ever met. He’s also taught classes with my studio and is EXTREMELY talented. I’m so proud of him and so excited to see where this goes for him! :)

[@edithgonzalez7249]

He deserved golden buzzer!!!!

[@mike-rayner-videos]

*PURE MAGIC* ❤

[@selftaughtflippingtwins8501]

This was so much fun to watch. We really enjoyed this!!! Pure magic definitely!

[@selftaughtflippingtwins8501]

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[@randomweeb7937]

I got to see this guy in person at one of my competitions, he definitely deserves to be there.

[@zoelittle9570]

As a baton twirler I’m about to cry because I’m super inspired and this shows that even I can go follow my dream!

[@RAYMONDLOonYouTube]

Amazing! This is one of the most authentic and wonderful auditions this season. Love it!

[@pixiestyx1766]

How awesome to see something truly different on AGT. This man’s enthusiasm is infectious. When he came onstage... honestly... I rolled my eyes and thought... “Simon’s hand is already on the buzzer”. I loved this performance! 🏆🌟🏆

[@aubrey1698]

My little sister does baton twirling, and she got to meet him today! He is very nice and talented and inspires her so much!

[@thomaswschaller]

Ok - You have to be a real salesman to make me buy into a twirling act! He's amazing!

[@madfaith777]

😂❤

[@Cheryl_Haydon]

Ikr? I used to twirl a pretty mean baton in my youth, but this guy actually juggling batons blew me away! Not to mention tossing them sooo high and catching them EVERY time....

[@thomaswschaller]

@@Cheryl_Haydon I tried it once and almost put out an eye - So big respect to anyone who can manage it - And this guy's incredible!

[@kaitlinmims1057]

as a twirler, you should see some of his competition routines. he’s such an amazing performer (and phenomenal twirler)

[@johns8902]

Lmfao

[@deborahfenley5825]

I've never been so mesmerized.by a twirling act. He is a very talented young man❤

[@kevchai]

This was such a beautiful performance. He’s such a beautiful person!

[@catherinesantiago9693]

One of the best acts I've seen in AGT or BGT. I've seen this guy with this act numerous time and I don't get tired watching him. Great choice of music as well! 👏 👏 👏

[@olasunkanm1]

He's the definition of PERFECTION!!! 💕💕💕

[@nlee0120]

“I can do that.” “I doubt it.” 😂

[@good__enough]

What a beautiful expression of human joy.

[@Stratmvm]

That takes so much hand eye coordination incredible

[@hereiamaliveyetagain]

Joel is one of the best teammates to have on your team. He makes sure that he knows everything b4 he comes in and all of our girls treat him amazingly. When we went to tu, he put on the best show that anyone could possibly do and made sure everyone on our team was confident. Love him soo much.

[@breezeh1127]

His energy is infectious!! He just makes you smile!!💞💞

[@lissersparkles1167]

His personality omg you can tell he is agood person and they is no doubt.

[@CyraWolfire]

That was so much fun! He had the biggest smile! You can tell he truly loves what he was doing!

[@claytonboyce6547]

CONGRATS JOEL! It’s been amazing watching you thrive these last couple years! I will never forget our lesson a few years back :) keep twirling and representing our sport!!

[@abbyhofilena3242]

And Queen's "Don't stop me now" as his background music made it even more awesome 👑💕👍👏🤸🏋️

[@romario4708]

He's so talented 😍

[@davidbarrett8058]

To see someone clearly do WHAT THEY LOVE. How could you not love them back.

[@catalinabecerrajaar6516]

He looks so happy it makes me happy

[@kaitlinmims1057]

as a twirler, he genuinely loves this sport so much and i love watching him perform. in each routine, his love for baton twirling just radiates.

[@daveolep7657]

He was really enjoying himself as we were enjoying his performance . Thank you .

[@monicamacneille3372]

I have the biggest grin on my face. Love this guy!

[@kaitlynhoman6517]

So awesome to see someone representing the sport of baton twirling🤍🤍🤍🤍

[@jenni1948]

Baton Twirling is so much practice, it takes a lot of technique, timing, etc. Yes, definitely looks easy, but it really isn’t :3

[@kennethken8974]

Parents : Do you wanna grow up to be a doctor, engineer, lawyer ? I'm gonna be a twirler

[@rosiered3403]

😁

[@roumifyouwnt2]

His beautiful attitude is enough to aspire to but that *TALENT* is outta this world! This is not a easy feet! Idk if you were being cute, sarcastic or genuine 🤔 but I know if any of my kids found him and the work ethic and dedication he clearlyyyy has committed to his craft aspirational, well I couldn't be prouder!!

[@jhsdfjhgjh]

He seems so nice and likeable!!! May he achieve all his dreams!!!

[@m.bintangsatria135]

He is amazing

[@unlockedzi7110]

He is so adorable and talented

[@lhingsantiago2692]

This is one of my fav acts in AGT. The talent was superb. And the song choice was perfect. Job well done! Bravo 👏👏👏👏

[@ryan6600]

I was hoping he didnt drop any of them. Well done ❤️

[@lyflingx23]

And that smile of his at the end! That no drop feeling for what you've spent weeks practicing....❤

[@anthonyagujero522]

Passion and happiness. Yeah!

[@JILL0704USA]

LOVE LOVE LOVED watching him perform! Been twirling my batons for more than 6 decades...was state champ in 1969. This fellow is phenomenal !!!!! 🎆♥

[@emelieowens6026]

Love him, what incredible showmanship too!

[@AndreDMalan1966]

Happy birthday! What a wonderful (and talented!) young man!

[@peaceyou4073]

Great song Great talent Great personality Great entertainment!

[@alisky8551]

He's obviously super talented, but gosh he has such a positive and nice vibe as well. So loveable. 💗

[@emma-xp6qq]

joel taught my majorette team a few weeks ago🙌🏼 he told us he would go on AGT but we thought he was kidding until we saw him live😁😁

[@darlenepowell5948]

As a baton teacher and choreographer, I thought his act was very good! He did some amazing tricks and they were very hard to do! I also performed w. Two fire batons!!

[@ginafriend1690]

He's Great .. Energy, Happy, Showmanship, etc ⭐!! Happy Birthday!!🎂

[@truek1928]

U can’t say this isn’t PURE talent

[@mirandaveras5918]

As a baton, flag, rifle, and saber spinner I took such joy in watching him really did his movements are graceful and I aspire to one day be able to preform and act as gracefully as he did all while keeping the most important element which is having fun

[@samandros3451]

Watching this performance just makes you want to smile. It's so much fun.

[@Levi-it2fh]

I loved Claudio's performance. I will watch this video again and again!

[@audreycarr7507]

This man has so much energy, I LOVE THIS

[@bernadetteramos9927]

Fantastic act. And the beam of starshine at 2:24 added an extra glow...

[@GGWP_19]

Happy 30th Birthday 🎂 🎉 What an amazing performance and personality!!! ❤️

[@cy4330]

His happiness is contagious. I grin while watching him

[@christiansantos8053]

His showmanship was amazing

[@greenismyjoy]

Probably he's not going to win but he is so fun to watch.. his expression while he is twirling is so warming

[@quincybane6039]

Omg This was my favorite part of coming to the show to show talents around the world thank you so very much for your support thx for all the hard work into this amazing show it’s amazing to watch it I can see the whole thing was amazing performance by you you’re so talented and so proud of your amazing work keep it up

[@franciedavis2991]

As a former twirler, who still picks her baton up every so often (I'm 73 yo), you are amazing!!!!!!!!!!!!!

[@maisiekelleher6184]

I love to see people doing the same things as me and getting a great reaction by thousands of people

[@carltonposey9800]

I actually teared-up, because he seems very genuine!

[@TheSamwonders]

God.... you just have to love Sophia.... "I would have love to bring you a cake" 😆

[@NotJoegoldberg]

Freddie's voice + this act = magic.

[@micahiah2]

This is what you call... "Do what you love, and love what you do"

[@salininguyendona3235]

That coordination? Amazing!

[@lucyslove___]

i cried all video long.... thank you so much for your energy

[@nhandinyawela5303]

that was really good. it was like it was spinning then it wasn't like WHATTTTTTTTTTTTT

[@bacon9620]

i remember joel from when i use to baton twirl in Puerto Rico he motivated alot of us Gays guys to follow our dreams and dance with no fear amd thanks to that i moved to the USA for school and never was able to return till one day i said am going ti do what ive allways loved which is bands and baton twirling and now i live in a small town in USA where theres nothing not even dance groups and am now starting a band like in Puerto Rico and am bringing out here something that never has been seen and now coming to youtube and finding Joel an old friend in American got talent is a sign to me from the almigthy to dont give up on this and make my group with no fear and have people join it and follow their dreams and maybe even find their self in this dancing category and instrument pkaying jn bands

[@LauraBidingCitizen]

I was a majorette (another name for baton twirlers here in the UK) for just over 5 years, I left due to weight gain from medication & being bullied by members of the public during carnivals & displays. I’ll be 36 this year, I left when I was 12 1/2, & I still miss it to this day. I put my all into majorettes due to a difficult home life, it was my escape. I was so proud to have won 1st prize trophies at comps for my troupe (I still remember crying that day thinking how terrible I’d performed!), I was so proud to be apart of my little troupe, to make friends / peers look in awe at ‘such a talent’ as I try to teach them how to use a baton at school. I wish, even now, that majorettes / baton twirlers were more recognised for their sport. I hope it never dies out, but I feel it’s becoming less popular (at least here in the UK) & that breaks my heart. I don’t think people realise just how hard baton twirlers work, the hours upon hours of dedicated training, the flexibility, the mix of dance / gymnastics / performing arts, keeping a smile on your face throughout regardless of exhaustion. And yet.. we never complained, we love every minute of it! I’m so glad lovely people like this are there to try & put it more on the map, especially for men / boys! Wishing him lots of love, blessings, & all the happiness in the world 🥰 dx

[@acerajoanechristine1708]

he deserve the golden buzzer

[@MRHEALS-je1lj]

he should be the protagonist of an animated movie called "the twirler" with a pink pony.......kids would love it

[@sandyhoffman4076]

Not only is a fabulous poised twirler with personality and showmanship.. Awesome.. you are #1. And I’ve been a twirler for years.. you go !!

[@linneaandersson5805]

Wow! So cool! I love his act!

[@lauralieddy4820]

I'm a young baton twirler and I really love that it's getting out there as an actual sport because it's really fun but also difficult it's a great sport!

[@taylynsweeney1535]

I love joel he is so sweet he is also funny and AMAZING at baton

[@salmon1290]

The best part about this audition is that he loves to do this. You can tell this is his passion

[@averyprohaska8863]

At a comp last year while I was performing he stoped and watched until the end and applauded us

[@axoiiro]

I understand as a former twirler how this performance could look easy to some twirlers who are at the same levels. BUT I am astonished at how he was able to do all that ON STAGE! I have performed on a stage at school a few times and i confirm that it’s very difficult with the lightnings, the crowd… heck, it’s just hard to even SEE your baton when it’s in the air in this dimmed space! So of course i would go for a much simpler routine with just a few tricks here and there, avoid doing spins and risky moves at all costs in fear of either accidentally throwing my baton too high and hit the settings or idk.. accidentally sending a baton flying right onto the judges’ faces… The fact he did advanced tricks, made it look smooth and easy and NO DROPS!! Imagine how incredible he must be when performing during competitions in the right environment! 🎉

[@jitenmechkachari5314]

Magical performance ❤️

[@Roselady7]

Wow! He needs to win a medal! Excellent performance!! 🤩

[@annmariegillaspie5016]

He did Awesome 👍

[@martinmillar7137]

He was great..the skill was.. oooft the music... amazing.... i hope he goes to the lives.... old soul...

[@Tinabucket11]

JOEL!!! So excited for you 💙 So incredible!!! You looked amazing on that stage. You have worked so hard for it