Blind and autistic vocalist Lavender Darcangelo, hailing from Massachusetts, captivated the judges and audience on the latest episode of America’s Got Talent (AGT).
With a stunning rendition of Irene Cara’s “Out Here on My Own,” Lavender secured the coveted Golden Buzzer from Heidi Klum, earning a direct ticket to the Live Shows.
Lavender’s heartfelt performance left the entire auditorium in awe, as the crowd rose to their feet in a standing ovation. Simon Cowell couldn’t contain his amazement, exclaiming, “Unbelievable!” Howie Mandel echoed the sentiment, praising Lavender’s talent and noting the overwhelming response from the audience.
Simon proceeded to deliver his critique, describing Lavender’s performance as “sensational” and highlighting her magical presence and remarkable personality. Sofia Vergara chimed in, confessing that she forgot she was a judge while enjoying Lavender’s beautiful voice. Howie added that Lavender’s singing instilled hope in everyone, inspiring them to pursue their dreams.
Moved by the judges’ comments, Lavender expressed gratitude, acknowledging AGT as her favorite show for celebrating uniqueness. Simon reassured her, affirming that they all loved her just the way she was. Overwhelmed with emotion, Lavender wiped away tears as Heidi prepared to deliver her verdict.
Heidi confessed, “I feel like I just fell in love.” She expressed her desire to accompany Lavender on her AGT journey, offering to be her cheerleader and support her until the end. Without hesitation, Heidi pressed the coveted Golden Buzzer, signaling Lavender’s triumph and rushing onto the stage to embrace her, promising to guide her through the competition.
Lavender, now 27 years old, discovered her passion for singing at a young age, defying the odds despite struggling with speech development until the age of 4½. Recounting her journey, she shared her sixth-grade talent show experience and her childhood dreams of being on TV. Lavender’s father, Will, who adopted her later in life, accompanied her on AGT. He narrated their heartwarming story, explaining how Lavender asked him to adopt her and eventually became their legal daughter.
Lavender’s extraordinary talent and inspirational journey have captured the hearts of AGT’s judges and audience alike. With Heidi Klum as her unwavering supporter, Lavender is poised to continue enchanting viewers with her exceptional performances as she progresses towards the ultimate goal of becoming the next AGT champion.
#AGT Video: Blind Autistic Singer Lavender Darcangelo Brings the Judges to Tears With ‘Unbelievable’ Ballad — Watch Her Audition https://t.co/BHGdUJHJra
— TVLine.com (@TVLine) July 12, 2023