Heidi Klum put a vibrant lemon-yellow twist on her sartorial agenda as she made a guest judge appearance on the quarterfinals episode of America's Got Talent Season 21 on September 8.
The supermodel wore a yellow dress that featured a corseted bodice with a bandeau neckline and figure-hugging silhouette. The garment featured delicate ruched detailing that fell into a semi-sheer skirt. Heidi styled the bold gown with transparent heels, a gold necklace, and a stack of bracelets.
Heidi luscious blonde locks were styled into a bombshell blowout while her makeup oozed soft glam, courtesy of a dark smoky eye and a nude lip. "@simoncowell can’t come to work, so I’m here," penned Heidi on Instagram.
© Trae Patton/NBC via Getty ImagesThe German native first joined America's Got Talent in Season 8 and remained at the helm of the show for six seasons, before leaving her judging role in 2018. However, she returned two years later, and remained a regular on the panel until Season 19. Heidi was then replaced by former Spice Girl Mel B. The supermodel's departure coincided with her return as host and judge on Project Runway in 2025.
"Heidi has been an incredible part of AGT, bringing her signature charm, expertise and warmth to the show," the NBC series shared in a statement at the time of Heidi's departure. "We are enormously grateful for her many contributions and the impact she has had while celebrating the world’s greatest talent with us. We’d love for our paths to cross again."
© Trae Patton/NBC via Getty ImagesHedi stepped in for Simon Cowell during the quarterfinals episode of Season 21. She joined Mel, Sofia Vergara, and Howie Mandel on the live show. Simon's representative told Entertainment Tonight that the judge would undergo back surgery, causing him to miss a few weeks of AGT. "Obviously medical matters are private but it’s routine and he will be back in a few weeks," they said.
"We will have another guest judge next week," host Terry Crews shared on the September 2 episode. "But check this out. It’s the return of AGT super judge Heidi Klum. Yes, Heidi will be back at the judges’ desk. How cool is that? Are you excited? I’m excited. The chair is ready and waiting for you, Heidi."
© Trae Patton/NBC via Getty ImagesHeidi Klum's best yellow dresses
© Getty ImagesHeidi is no stranger to a vibrant yellow dress. The supermodel grace the 79th annual Cannes Film Festival in a peachy-toned gown courtesy of Lebanese designer Elie Saab. The column gown featured a corseted bodice with ruched detailing, a central knot accent, and a plunging neckline. A sheer mesh overlay extended from the back of the waist, trailing behind the star like a mini train. The bodice was adorned with pink floral appliqués in soft lilac tones, accented by subtle speckles of green.
The star also attended the Vanity Fair's Oscar Party back in March, dressed in a custom Chrome Hearts dress in a trendy butter-yellow shade. The satin gown featured a halter neckline with an open back design while nude mesh adorned the bodice and skirt, embellished with sequin embroidery and delicate beadwork in gold and silver tones. The dress was finished with a daring, thigh-high slit that was layered with the sheer embroidered panel.
