Kodi Lee has been an “America’s Got Talent” fan favourite since his first audition, and when he took to the stage Tuesday night for the semifinals the blind, autistic singer did not disappoint.
For this crucial performance, the 22-year-old singer delivered an awe-inspiring rendition of Callum Scott’s “You Are the Reason” that had the judges — especially Simon Cowell — utterly amazed as members of the audience held up lights in order to transform the theatre into a sky full of stars.
Lee’s performance received thunderous applause and a standing ovation as the crowd chanted his name.
“We are all thankful to be in your orbit,” Gabrielle Union — who gave him the season’s first Golden Buzzer — told him as she fought back tears.
We’ll find out if this inspiring performer makes it to the next round on Wednesday night’s “AGT” results show. In the meantime, take a look back at the performance that earned the season’s first Golden Buzzer:
