Richard Goodall, the viral “Singing Janitor,” not only won the hearts of America with his flawless ’80s cover song performance, but he also won over the judges.
Following Richard Goodall’s finale performance Tuesday night where he sang Journey’s 1983 hit, “Faithfully,” America’s Got Talent judge Howie Mandell predicted that the humble janitor would win it all.
“I’m going to make a prediction right now,” Howie said. “I think you just sang yourself one million dollars.”
The sentiment caused Goodall to break down in tears and the crowd to erupt in thunderous applause. Richard and America will find out if Howie’s prediction was correct when the Season 19 winner is crowned on September 24.
Richard Goodall’s America’s Got Talent Journey
Richard Goodall, a native of Terre Haute, Indiana, went viral on TikTok in 2022 with a Journey cover that the band shared. The band’s frontman, Steve Perry, shared the cover with text that read, “Needs to be on AGT.”
Goodall made his America’s Got Talent debut earlier this year where he performed the song that made him a household name – “Don’t Stop Believin'” by Journey. The performance earned the janitor a coveted Golden Buzzer from judge Heidi Klum.
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Richard’s AGT journey has been everything dreams are made of. Week after week, he has continued to deliver unforgettable ’80s song covers that have only further endeared him to viewers. From Michael Bolton’s “How Am I Supposed To Live Without You” to “Eye Of The Tiger” by Survivor, the audience can’t seem to get enough of Richard Goodall.
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Yet another dream of Richard’s is rumored to be coming true during the finale airing on September 24. Goodall is expected to take the stage with Journey to sing yet another of their hit songs.
Why Does America Love Richard Goodall?
Richard Goodall’s America’s Got Talent experience is the epitome of what the show is all about – making an ordinary person’s life extraordinary.
The 55-year-old has been a school janitor for more than 23 years. If he wins the $1 million prize he plans to move to Florida with his new bride, Angie. Richard and Angie tied the knot Wednesday, just hours after his last solo performance on AGT.