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WATCH: 9 Year Old From Tampa Earn Golden Buzzer On AGT

Author Jen Glorioso

Someone pass the tissues. Anytime you see someone get the Golden Buzzer on America’s Got Talent, it’s always emotional, starting from the interview/backstory. Well, this performance hits closer to home (literally) as 9 year-old Pranysqa Mishra from Valrico wins over the hearts of AGT judges and thousands of others watching on the July 2nd airing from her belting performance of Tina Turner’s “River Deep —Mountain High”.

Pranysqa has always had the dream to sing in front of hundreds of people. And her dream even became a reality in 2022 when she sang the national anthem at Game 1 of the Lightning vs Panthers playoff series. She went on again to perform the anthem the following year at a Heat game, and at the 2023 US Open. But instead of 20,000 sports fans backing her up, she takes the stage all by herself in front of one of the world’s toughest critics: Simon Cowell.

The 9 year old Tampa native said she was most nervous to sing in front of Cowell, but it’s her dream to be a performer. “I feel like, literally, I’m dreaming because my big dream is singing in front of so many people and I’m on that big stage,” she said. “Now it’s coming true.” Pranysqa said that the first person she would call if she were to move on is her Grandma. Spoiler alert, Heidi Klum tells her to make that call.

Now when you ask a 9 year-old who their favorite artist is, you expect to hear answers like “Taylor Swift”, “Sabrina Carpenter” or “the Jonas Brothers”. But Pranysqa shocked Simon and the rest of us when she said her favorite artists are Aretha Franklin, Whitney Houston and Tina Turner.

Watch the video below of her performance of “River Deep —Mountain High”. Skip to the 3:00 mark if you want to skip over her interview.

Jen was born and raised in the Tampa Bay area. She’s been with Beasley Media Group since 2022. In her spare time, you can find her at Tampa Bay Lightning games, Tampa Bay breweries, or the beach. Catch up on Jen’s content about the highest-rated restaurants/bars in Tampa, things-to-do around the area, and upcoming concerts.

14 Athletes From The Tampa Bay Area Competing At The Olympics

The 2024 Paris Olympic games are quickly approaching. So we’re gathering a list of athletes from the Tampa Bay area to watch out for as they compete for gold medals.

It’s always an amazing opportunity and honor to represent your country and hometown in the Olympics. These athletes have worked hard their entire lives for this moment, so the least we could do is show our hometown competitors some love. The 2024 Paris Olympics will take place from July 26-August 11 and will be available to watch or stream on NBC.

Obviously a lot of eyes will be on some of the Olympic superstars like Simone Biles, Sha’Carri Richardson, Katie Ledecky, and more. There are 46 athletes from Florida confirmed to be competing in the 2024 Olympics. Only 1 state has more athletes being sent over to Paris (California with 143) but we’ll be keeping our eyes on these 13 athletes from the Tampa Bay area. Only 2 states don’t have any athletes representing for the Olympics: North Dakota, and Wyoming.

If you want to keep tabs on who’s qualified for each Olympic event, click here. As the Olympics take place, we’ll update our list with the result of each athlete’s performance.

Other Athletes From Florida Competing In The 2024 Paris Olympics

  1. Ben Davison – Inverness, FL – Rowing
  2. Angelica Delgado – Miami, FL – Judo
  3. Caeleb Dressel – Orange Park, FL – Swimming
  4. Markus Edegran – West Palm Beach, FL – Sailing
  5. Ashleigh Johnson – Miami, FL – Water Polo
  6. Omari Jones – Orlando, FL – Boxing
  7. Caroline Marks – Melbourne Beach, FL – Surfing
  8. Victor Motalvo – Kissimmee, FL – Breaking
  9. Ryan Murphy – Ponte Verda Beach, FL – Swimming
  10. Poe Pinson – Fernandina Beach, FL – Skateboarding
  11. Daniella Ramirez – Miami, FL – Artistic Swimming
  12. Erika Reineke – Ft. Lauderdale, FL – Sailing
  13. Dominique Stater – Miami, FL – Sailing
  14. Kristina Teachout – Palm Bay, FL – Taekwondo
  15. Jenson Van Emburgh – Belleair Beach, FL – Para Table Tennis
  16. Gemma Wollenschlaeger – St. Augustine, FL – Para Rowing
  17. Perry Baker – Daytona Beach, FL – Rugby
  18. Aaliyah butler – Fort Lauderdale, FL – Track and Field
  19. Benjamin Cremaschi – Miami, FL – Soccer
  20. Tamari Davis – Gainesville, FL – Track and Field
  21. Jeremiah Davis – Lehigh Acres, FL – Track and Field
  22. Coco Gauff – Delray Beach, FL – Tennis
  23. Adrienne Lyle – Wellington, FL – Equestrian
  24. Djordje Mihailovic – Jacksonville, FL – Soccer
  25. Victor Montalvo – Kissimmee, FL – Breaking
  26. Marcus Orlob – Loxahatchee, FL – Equestrian
  27. Donald Scott – Apopka, FL – Track and Field
  28. Lily Williams – Tallahassee, FL – Cycling
  29. Joel Embiid – Monteverde, FL – Basketball
  30. Kent Farrington – Wellington, FL – Equestrian
  31. Laura Kraut – Wellington, FL – Equestrian
  32. Twanisha Terry – Miami, FL – Track and Field

14 Tampa Bay Athletes Competing In The 2024 Paris Olympics

  • Clark Dean

    From Sarasota, FL. This is Clark’s second Olympic appearance on the USA rowing team at only 24 years old.  In 2020 his team placed 5th in the Men’s rowing category. Hopefully he’ll bring home a medal this year!

  • Bobby Finke

    Bobby will be competing in the swim competition. This is also his second appearance in the Olympics. Bobby is from Clearwater, FL and is a UF alumni. He is already a two-tie Olympic medalist (2 golds, 800-meter freestyle, 1500-meter freestyle). 

  • Noah Lyons

    This will be Noah’s first Olympic appearance. He’s competing in the sailing competition. Noah is also from Clearwater, FL and graduated from USF with a degree in Microbiology. Noah has been sailing since he was 6 years old and won 1st in the US National Championship in 2023.  

    FUJISAWA, JAPAN - AUGUST 01: Giles Scott of Team Great Britain competes in the Men's Finn class on day nine of the Tokyo 2020 Olympic Games at Enoshima Yacht Harbour on August 01, 2021 in Fujisawa, Kanagawa, Japan. (Photo by Clive Mason/Getty Images)

  • Tracy Otto

    Tracy will be competing in the Paralympics this summer in the Para Archery competition. Tracy is from Plant City and is a UT alumni. She discovered Para archery after surviving a life-threatening domestic violence attack, which caused the loss of her left eye and paralysis from the chest-down. Tracy qualified for Paralympic Games in May.

  • Mary Tucker

    Mary is a 22 year old from Sarasota. She will be heading to Paris for her second Olympics this year. In 2020 she took home a silver medal (10m Air Rifle – Team). Mary was once referred to as the “rebel child” of shooting, she quit her high school team and learned to teach herself via YouTube videos and online resources. 

  • Dania Vizzi

    Dania is a world champion shooter but will be competing in her first Olympic competition this summer. She’s a 29 year old from Tampa and a UF ’17 alumni. Her nickname “Shooterina” is accurate after her seeing impressive world champion record (she’s won 6 gold and 2 silver medals). 

  • Emma Weyant

    Emma Weyant will be competing in the swimming races this summer. She brought home a silver medal from the 2020 Tokyo Olympics (400m Individual Medley ). Emma is from Sarasota, she’s a UF alumni, and is a four-time scholar athlete. 

  • Danielle Collins

    Danielle is from St. Pete! She will be competing in the tennis games. She was a 2022 Australian Open Finalist, and 2022 French Open Quarterfinalist.

    PARIS, FRANCE - JULY 25: Danielle Collins of Team United States looks on during a tennis training session at Roland-Garros ahead of the Paris Olympic Games at Roland Garros on July 25, 2024 in Paris, France. (Photo by Clive Brunskill/Getty Images)

    PARIS, FRANCE – JULY 25: Danielle Collins of Team United States looks on during a tennis training session at Roland-Garros ahead of the Paris Olympic Games at Roland Garros on July 25, 2024 in Paris, France. (Photo by Clive Brunskill/Getty Images)

  • Nathan Harriel

    Nathan is from Oldsmar and will be on the USA soccer team!

  • Erriyon Knighton

    This will be Erriyon Knighton’s second time competing in the Olympics. He finished 4th in 200m race in the 2020 Tokyo games. He also beat Usain Bolt’srecord in the world U-20 in the 200-meter. Erriyon is from Tampa and is only 20 years old!

  • Nelly Korda

    Nelly Korda is another fellow 2020 Olympian. The Bradenton native will be competing in the golf competition. Nelly won gold in the 2020 Tokyo games so hopefully she bring another gold medal home!

  • Austin Krajicek

    Austin Krajicek is from Brandon and trained at the IMG academy! This is his second Olympic appearance and will be competing in the tennis competition!

    DUBAI, UNITED ARAB EMIRATES - MARCH 01: Austin Krajicek of the United States celebrates victory with partner Ivan Dodig of Croatia over Yuki Bhambri of India and Robin Haase of the Netherlands in their men's doubles semifinal match during the Dubai Duty Free Tennis Championships at Dubai Duty Free Tennis Stadium on March 01, 2024 in Dubai, United Arab Emirates. (Photo by Christopher Pike/Getty Images)

    DUBAI, UNITED ARAB EMIRATES – MARCH 01: Austin Krajicek of the United States celebrates victory with partner Ivan Dodig of Croatia over Yuki Bhambri of India and Robin Haase of the Netherlands in their men’s doubles semifinal match during the Dubai Duty Free Tennis Championships at Dubai Duty Free Tennis Stadium on March 01, 2024 in Dubai, United Arab Emirates. (Photo by Christopher Pike/Getty Images)

     

  • Parker Valby

    Parker Valby is from Tampa and went to East Lake High School. This will be her first time competing in the Olympics!

    EUGENE, OREGON - JUNE 29: Parker Valby competes in the women's 10,000 meter final on Day Nine of the 2024 U.S. Olympic Team Track & Field Trials at Hayward Field on June 29, 2024 in Eugene, Oregon. (Photo by Christian Petersen/Getty Images)

    EUGENE, OREGON – JUNE 29: Parker Valby competes in the women’s 10,000 meter final on Day Nine of the 2024 U.S. Olympic Team Track & Field Trials at Hayward Field on June 29, 2024 in Eugene, Oregon. (Photo by Christian Petersen/Getty Images)

     

  • Monae' Nichols

    This will be Monae’s first Olympic appearance! The Lakeland native will be competing in the track and field competition!

    GLASGOW, SCOTLAND - MARCH 03: Silver medalist Monae' Nichols of Team United States poses for a photo after the Woman's Long Jump Final on Day Three of the World Athletics Indoor Championships Glasgow 2024 at Emirates Arena on March 03, 2024 in Glasgow, Scotland. (Photo by Michael Steele/Getty Images)

    GLASGOW, SCOTLAND – MARCH 03: Silver medalist Monae’ Nichols of Team United States poses for a photo after the Woman’s Long Jump Final on Day Three of the World Athletics Indoor Championships Glasgow 2024 at Emirates Arena on March 03, 2024 in Glasgow, Scotland. (Photo by Michael Steele/Getty Images)

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