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Krabi’s Iconic Prehistoric Statues Cheer for Thai AGT Star
The famous prehistoric statues at a Krabi intersection have been decorated with guitars to support 16-year-old Thai musician 'Nene Royal' in the America's Got Talent 2026 finals.
The iconic prehistoric statues located at a major intersection in Krabi city have received a creative makeover to show support for a young Thai talent. According to Khaosod Online Thailand, the statues have been adorned with guitars, headbands, and Thai flags to cheer on 16-year-old singer and guitarist Rattikan 'Nene Royal' Amloy.
Nene Royal, a native of Phuket, recently gained international attention by earning a 'Golden Buzzer' on the global stage of 'America’s Got Talent 2026' following her performance of Soundgarden’s 'Black Hole Sun.' The initiative to decorate the statues was led by Keeratisak Phukaoluan, President of the Krabi Provincial Education Council, who aimed to unite the local community in sending encouragement to the young artist as she prepares for the competition's final round.
For travelers and residents, this display serves as a unique cultural snapshot of how local communities in Thailand rally behind national representatives on the world stage. The 'prehistoric human with a guitar' concept has gained significant traction on social media, turning a local landmark into a symbol of national pride. While the statues are currently decorated to support Nene Royal, it remains to be seen how long this specific display will remain in place as the competition progresses toward its conclusion.