Jessica Sanchez shares glimpse of pregnancy after getting 'AGT' golden buzzer: 'Our hearts are so full'
Filipino American singer Jessica Sanchez gave a glimpse of her pregnancy after first announcing it on the America's Got Talent stage on July 16, when she got the elusive golden buzzer.
In an Instagram post, Sanchez, 29, shared a carousel that included the ultrasound, a sweet kiss with her partner Rickie Gallardo, a video selfie showcasing her baby bump, more photos of her baby bump, pregnancy tests, and a Bible verse about God doing the impossible.
"Our hearts are so full," Sanchez said in the caption. "This is my first time sharing about the pregnancy, and it’s been so hard keeping it quiet these past 5 months! Thank you all for the love, support, and sweet messages — it truly means the world. Most of all, thank You God for this beautiful blessing growing inside me."
Gallardo left a heartfelt comment on her post.
"Watching you carry our child while still pouring your heart into every performance has left me in awe," he said. "You’re not just strong… you’re sacred. I’ve never been more proud, more moved, or more grateful to walk through life with you. This season we’re in… it’s the most beautiful one yet. I love you."
Fellow singers Dinah Jane, Pia Toscano, Colton Dixon, Jay-R, AJ Rafael, Liane Benjamin, and Bianca Ryan, as well as music video director Alfredo Flores, rapper Tim Chantarangsu, and pageant coach Kervin Lao, congratulated the couple.
In another post, Sanchez thanked everybody for "all the overwhelming love" following her AGT feat, where she sang Benson Boone's Beautiful Things. She also shared photos of her band.
"I wanna shout out these talented guys that shared the AGT stage with me," she said. "They elevated this song to the next level with their gifts & I’m so grateful to have shared this amazing moment with them! I couldn’t ask for a better band."
"Please show them lots of love guys!!!" she added with a heart hands emoji, before mentioning Derrick Battle (keyboards), Ryan Cook (drums), Jeremiah McConico (guitars), and Jordan Harris (bass).
Sanchez also had a couple of collaborative posts with AGT, including photos of her on the AGT stage, an excerpt of her rendition of the song, and a clip of the moment she got the golden buzzer.
Getting the golden buzzer means a contestant will advance directly to the live shows, bypassing the need for further deliberation from the judges.
On Instagram Story, Sanchez shared a photo of herself singing, with the caption, "I can't put into words how grateful I am for all of the overwhelming love you guys have shown me tonight. I just hope to make you all proud! Love you guys so much! Season 20 here we come."
Sanchez, at 10 years old, joined the first season of AGT in 2005 but didn't make it to the grand finals. She joined American Idol in 2012, finishing as a runner-up.
She released her debut studio album Me, You & the Music in 2013. In the same year, she appeared on the musical Glee and performed the Philippine national anthem during Manny Pacquiao's match against Brandon Rios.
In the coming years, Sanchez visited the Philippines and performed in several concerts, including an appearance on ASAP. She also worked with Filipino artists like Jake Zyrus and Martin Nievera.
