All-boys choir members at Chicago's Leo High School, 'America's Got Talent' finalists, get ready to compete for $1M Tuesday night
Share and Follow

CHICAGO (WLS) — The Leo High School all-boys choir is set to take the national stage for the finale of “America’s Got Talent” on Tuesday night.

ABC7 was able to speak to some of the students, who say they know their city is rooting from them. Those choir members, who are out in Los Angeles, said they are a bit nervous, but they feel confident. The choir is in sync, and they are ready to take home that million-dollar prize.

ABC7 Chicago is now streaming 24/7. Click here to watch

“Like that moment, when we’re on stage and know that we work so hard and we move on to the next round, that’s really my favorite part,” said Leo High School Choir member Kevin Wilson.

Now, the choir is in the final round. ABC7 caught Baritone Kevin Wilson just minutes before he headed into the Los Angeles studio to prepare for his last performance on “America’s Got Talent.”

“Knowing that me, personally, I’m with the group that that’s inspiring people and really moving people, not only on the South Side of Chicago, but around the world, it feels great,” Wilson said.

Their achievements are turning heads across the nation. But those at home in Chicago say they always knew they were meant for greatness.

“In the past three or four months, we appeared before 30,000 people at Rate Field, 40,000 people at Wrigley Field. And now, we’ve been on national TV. So, that’s pretty close to being world renowned,” said Leo High School President Dan McGrath.

McGrath says a recruiter caught wind of the choir after one of their performances went viral. They auditioned for the show over spring break, and now, they are a song away from $1 million.

“It’s a really inspirational moment for all of us,” McGrath said.

He says each of the 18 boys competing will get a generous share of the money that can be put toward college. But whether they win or not, they are showing their fellow students what is possible.

“It makes me feel more braver to sing my own music inside the school,” said Leo High School student Gabriel Sims.

Sims says every watch party has been packed.

“It’s very loud, and if you’re tired, that’s one way you can wake yourself up,” Sims said.

Now, the choir’s hard work takes the final test, but there is comfort in knowing that the city is behind them.

“If Chicago believes, it helps us believe. I want the world to know that then, kids our age could do anything that’s possible,” Wilson said.

The Leo High School Choir will take the stage on “America’s Got Talent” at 8 p.m. Tuesday. Leo High School will have a watch party starting at 7 p.m. The winner will be announced on Wednesday.

Copyright © 2025 WLS-TV. All Rights Reserved.

Share and Follow
You May Also Like
Rubio slams Hamas after video shows suspected operatives looting Gaza aid truck: ‘They’re the impediment'

Senator Rubio Condemns Hamas: Calls Out Looting of Gaza Aid Trucks as Major Obstacle

On Saturday, Secretary of State Marco Rubio condemned Hamas following the release…
Dog rushed to vet after ingesting methamphetamine during walk in park

Urgent Vet Visit: Dog Accidentally Consumes Methamphetamine at Local Park

A dog owner in Southern California faced a frightening situation when her…
Trump threatens Nigeria with potential military action, escalates claim of Christian persecution

Trump Considers Military Response to Alleged Christian Persecution in Nigeria

In a bold move, U.S. President Donald Trump announced on Saturday that…
Teen driver charged with killing three University of Arizona students in Porsche hit-and-run crosswalk crash

Tragic Porsche Hit-and-Run: Teen Driver Faces Charges for Fatal Crosswalk Collision at University of Arizona

Tragedy struck near the University of Arizona campus when three students lost…
Rapper Meek Mill handcuffed while cops searched for gun outside NYC club: police sources

Rapper Meek Mill Detained by Police During NYC Club Incident: Sources Report

Early Saturday morning, rapper Meek Mill found himself in handcuffs after the…
Trump’s MRI scan raises specter of secrecy in presidential health

Trump’s MRI Scan Sparks Debate Over Transparency in Presidential Health

President Trump’s recent revelation about undergoing an MRI scan is sparking renewed…

Shocking Train Stabbing in Britain: 11 Injured – Key Details Uncovered

LONDON (AP) — A typical railway trip turned into a scene of…
Dodgers, Blue Jays benches clear in heated Game 7 World Series moment

World Series Drama: Dodgers vs. Blue Jays Sparks Explosive Game 7 Bench-Clearing Altercation

The atmosphere reached a boiling point in Game 7 of the World…