ICYMI: America’s Got Talent Golden Buzzer Pressed!

You’ve probably seen some of the news about America’s Got Talent and its first Golden Buzzer recipient.

Kodi Lee, a 22-year-old who is blind and autistic, wowed the judges and millions of people at home. He performed A Song for You by Donny Hathaway.

At the time of writing, the official video has more than 24 million views on Youtube.

Lee, who comes from California, is being sent to the semi-finals thanks to judge Gabrielle Union. She pressed the first Golden Buzzer – and her first one ever – and rushed up to the stage to meet Kodi.

According to his official website, Kodi Lee was born with optic nerve hypoplasia. His first surgery was five days after his birth and has relied on assistance his entire life. Linking arms with his mother, Lee seemed unphased by the audience. In fact, he seemed to shine from it.

You can watch the entire segment above now.

Are you watching America’s Got Talent this year? Let us know what you thought of the performance in the comments!

Creator and Executive Producer Simon Cowell returns to the judges’ panel along with Howie Mandel. Also joining the panel this year are two fresh faces – award-winning actress, author and producer Gabrielle Union and Emmy Award-winning choreographer, actress, singer and dancer Julianne Hough. Terry Crews, who made a big splash as the host of the inaugural series “America’s Got Talent: The Champions” earlier this year, joins as host for “America’s Got Talent.” With the show open to acts of all ages, “America’s Got Talent” continues to celebrate the variety format like no other show on television. Year after year, “America’s Got Talent” features a colorful array of singers, dancers, comedians, contortionists, impressionists, magicians, ventriloquists and hopeful stars, all vying to win America’s hearts and a $1 million prize.

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