Saxophonist Avery Dixon brought the house down during his audition on America’s Got Talent and earned the coveted Golden Buzzer.
The 17th season auditions of America’s Got Talent showcased some spectacular performances, and one performance stood out, moving everyone in the audience, including the judges and host, to tears.
Avery Dixon’s audition earned him the coveted Golden Buzzer from Terry Crews, who was visibly moved by Avery’s saxophone performance and backstory of being bullied in elementary school.
At 21 years old, Avery Dixon appeared nervous on stage as he spoke with the judges before his audition, sharing his experiences of bullying due to his physical and vocal differences, which brought many to tears.
Avery revealed how, at one point, he thought about taking his own life and wanted to give up. It was during this dark time that he picked up the saxophone, an instrument that not only became his outlet but also, as he described, saved his life by helping him tune out negativity.
After asking for a glass of water and taking a few moments to calm himself, Avery began to play, delivering a flawless saxophone performance that left the judges and audience stunned.
Heidi was the first judge to comment, saying, “If Howie Mandel gets up to dance, that means you’re really good.” Howie responded with heartfelt admiration, expressing that he loved Avery’s performance, admired who he is, and believed he would one day change the world.
Teary-eyed Sofia Vergara called it a special and emotional performance, while Simon, as a father, hoped that Avery’s bullies—whom he called “idiots”—would watch and take notice of his incredible audition.
As the judges prepared to announce their verdict, Terry Crews stepped in, declaring, “There’s no need to vote.”
Terry added that Avery had “touched the heart of every human being in this building right now,” and sent a message to all of Avery’s bullies, saying he had a “big brother named Terry Crews” who would always have his back.
Avery could hardly believe it as he stood under a shower of golden confetti, a moment that came as Terry, deeply moved, slammed the Golden Buzzer and declared that Avery’s bullies would now have to “watch you succeed.”
Avery Dixon advanced to the live finals and finished in the Bottom 6 of the Top 11 that season. However, he returned for America’s Got Talent: All-Stars, where he delivered another series of powerful performances and ultimately finished in 2nd place.
WATCH: Saxophonist Avery Dixon Delivers Stunning Performance on America’s Got Talent
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