What happens when a talent show’s thirst for “jaw-dropping” moments crosses the line into real danger? America's Got Talent (AGT) has delivered some of the most thrilling, controversial, and downright shocking performances in television history. From flaming arrows to near-death escapes, these are the acts that stunned viewers, sparked outrage, and forced us to question: at what cost is entertainment truly worth?

In 2016, daredevil Ryan Stock took the AGT stage with a crossbow and flaming arrows, promising a death-defying act.
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