Gabriella Laberge wows America’s Got Talent judges with stunning audition
French-Canadian singer captivates audience with violin and soulful vocals
Gabriella Laberge, a French-Canadian singer and violinist, delivered a breathtaking audition on America’s Got Talent, leaving judges and the audience in awe. Her performance of James Blunt’s “Goodbye My Lover” earned her a standing ovation and a unanimous vote to advance in the competition.
For fans of Eurovision, Gabriella Laberge may be a familiar name. In 2019, she competed in France’s Destination Eurovision with her song On cherche encore (Never Get Enough), though she was eliminated in the semi-finals. Now, she’s taking another shot at success—this time on one of the world’s biggest talent stages.
Before stepping onto the AGT stage, Gabriella shared her dreams in a pre-audition video. “This is the opportunity of my life,” she said, “to chase my biggest dream, which is doing music for the rest of my life.”
A performance that turned Simon Cowell’s head
Gabriella began her audition with a delicate violin solo, immediately impressing judges Howie Mandel, Sofia Vergara, and Heidi Klum. However, Simon Cowell appeared unimpressed at first, his hand hovering over the red buzzer, ready to cut her performance short.
But then came the twist.
Gabriella transitioned from playing to singing, launching into a soulful rendition of Goodbye My Lover. Her angelic voice immediately captured Cowell’s attention, prompting him to withdraw his hand from the buzzer. As she continued, the entire audience fell silent, captivated by her raw emotion.
By the end of the performance, Gabriella received a standing ovation from both the judges and the crowd. Even Cowell, who had initially seemed skeptical, stood up and applauded. With four “yes” votes, she moved on to the next stage of the competition.
What’s next for Gabriella?
While her audition aired during the final round of the season’s auditions (episode eight), Gabriella’s future on AGT remains uncertain. Out of over 150 acts that received “yes” votes this season, only 36 will make it to the live shows. Fans will have to wait until after the show’s three-week break to find out if Gabriella is among them.
Regardless of the outcome, Gabriella’s performance has already won hearts worldwide, reintroducing her talent to a new audience and reigniting excitement among her Eurovision supporters. Whether or not she advances, one thing is certain—her AGT audition has been a game-changer in her musical journey.
