Terre Haute’s singing janitor, Richard Goodall, sang “Eye of the Tiger” by Survivor during “America’s Got Talent” semifinals Wednesday night, and the crowd — and judges — quickly gave their enthusiastic approval.
When show host Terry Crews asked how he felt about performing such an iconic song, Goodall answered, “I am so blessed and I was ready.” He said he was willing to fight to make the finals.
Heidi Klum, who gave Goodall the Golden Buzzer during his initial audition round earlier this year, enthusiastically encouraged viewers to vote for Goodall.
Judge Sofia Vergara commented, “I love that you picked such an iconic song. The people love you … It was amazing. I’m so happy for you.”
And Simon Cowell told Goodall, “It was the last song in the world I would expect you to sing … It doesn’t matter because people love you.”
Finally, Judge Howie Mandell commented, “You have the biggest heart in this whole competition.”
During the live semifinal round, Goodall competed with 11 other acts that are competing for six open finale spots.
Watch America’s Got Talent 2024 Semi Final Top 6 Results.
Who won America’s Vote during the AGT 19 Semifinal?
Twelve incredible Acts took the AGT stage for a third time to perform their hearts out but, while they were all marvelous, there were only six open spots in the Finals. In the end, those six spots went to dance group Brent Street, standup comedian Learnmore Jonasi, singer Richard Goddall, dog and owner dance duo Roni Sagi & Rhythm, drone show performers Sky Elements and quick-change magician Solange Kardinaly. They’ll join the previously announced Acts who are moving forward thanks to the Live Golden Buzzers.
When is the next episode of AGT?
With the Semifinals of Season 19 in the books, fans are eagerly awaiting the Finals, which will air on Tuesday, September 17 at 8/7c. After that, America will have a full week to vote on their favorites before the winner is crowned on September 24.
Who are the AGT Season 19 Top 10?
Making their way to the Finals for once more performance before their fate is ultimately left up to the American public are:
Richard Goodall
Sebastian and Sonia
AIRFOOTWORKS
Hakuna Matata Acrobats
DeeDee Simon
Brent Street
Learnmore Jonasi
Roni Sagi & Rhythm
Sky Elements
Solange Kardinaly
Who among them will be crowned the Season 19 champion and walk away with the $1 million prize and their very own shot at fame and fortune in Las Vegas? It’s up to you to vote for your favorite starting next week after they perform on September 17.
