Richard Goodalla janitor from Terre Haute, Indiana, became famous thanks to his breathtaking performances at this year’s America’s Got Talent Season 19. Now in an interview with TVInsider, He has spoken modestly about how much the reality competition show has changed his life. After jokingly admitting that he can no longer walk through Walmart, Goodall candidly noted, “My life has changed, knowing I inspired people to take small risks,” with the singer noting that he wants to inspire others to “take small risks. Kindness and love come above all else.”
The impression that Goodall has made so far in just two performances is well documented, with Many took to social media to explain how emotionally moving and powerful his silky vocals were. In response to this and in relation to how it feels to know how great the impact of his gift is, Goodall said: “It makes me feel good. That is, I never would have believed that I, my job and my singing for the children would influence the world as much as it does.” So great was the love for the unusual star that Fans from near and far have made the journey to express their joy for Goodall. “People have come from Michigan to meet me. One of the students made a drawing of me that looked great. This is all so surreal to me.”
Richard Goodall’s recent performance was highly praised
After delighting the audience with a special performance of Trip‘s “Don’t Stop Believin'” at his audition, Goodall improved again in the quarterfinalswith his great version of Michael Bolton‘s “How am I supposed to live without you”. Hearing these tender words sung by someone with such invaluable life experience was a delicious listening experience that brought the whole room to its feet at the end as they stood, applauded and wiped tears from their cheeks.
The jury was equally impressed by Goodall’s performancewith Heidi Klum and noted how much she had a “soft spot” for Goodall, Simon Cowell called him “one of the most memorable candidates we’ve had in a long, long time”And Howie Mandel She simply said, “We love you, you’re lovely.” With the quarter-finals being broadcast on Wednesdays rather than Tuesdays from the semi-finals onwards, viewers had to wait an extra day to finally hear Goodall perform again, although it was almost certainly worth it.
Richard Goodall has commented on how AGT Season 19 has changed his life. The first of the live semifinals begins on Wednesday, September 11, 2024. You can catch up on the entire current season on Peacock.
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