“Deserves this” — America’s Got Talent fans celebrate Charity Lockhart receiving Golden Buzzer from Mel B

When Charity Lockhart, a 49-year-old single mother who used to live in her van, gave a moving rendition of The Beatles' "Golden Slumbers," America's Got Talent Season 20 hit an emotional peak in Episode 3. Her strong voice struck a deep chord with the judges, particularly Mel B, who gave her the season's second Golden Buzzer, guaranteeing Charity's place in the live rounds right away.

In addition to being musically powerful, the moment emphasized Charity's inspirational path. When a first performance of "Somewhere Over the Rainbow" didn’t work, she turned gracefully around, and Simon Cowell insisted on a second song. Mel B gave the ensuing poignant performance a sincere Golden Buzzer reaction and unanimous applause, stating that she "connected" with Charity's skill and narrative.

Fans showered social media with respect and praise after the episode. Charity was hailed by many for her strong voice and resilient personality. Others praised the judges for acknowledging her path and talent, without which she would have lost out on a well-earned chance. The audience's overwhelmingly positive reaction shows how deeply Charity's voice and tale affected the audience.

An admirer of America's Got Talent wrote,

"Charity deserves this #GoldenBuzzer. #AGT"

Another fan shared on X,

"Charity has a good story. But this act was golden buzzer worthy #AGT"

"CHARITY GOT THE GOLDEN BUZZER FROM MEL B! #AGT 🥹,@ a tweet read.

A person shared,

"#GOLDENBUZZER ALERT! @OfficialMelB has pressed it for Charity! #AGT"

More fans of America's Got Talent praised Charity's audition and congratulated her for winning the Golden Buzzer.

An X user posted,

"Wow!!! Charity got Golden Buzzer from Mel B.... 👏👏👏🤩😁🥳💫💫 #AGT"

A social media post read,

"Iam In Tears #AGT Cuz Charity Just Made Me Cry Singing I Will Sing A Lullaby"

"That was an incredible performance by charity lockhart, She sounded amazing during the auditions #AGT," a comment read.

A few other viewers shared different opinions on her performance and her presence on the show.

A viewer wrote,

"Another sob story. I’m so sick of sob story. Regardless how Charity does, I guarantee she is going through! Who else is sick & tired of sob stories on #AGT? #AmericasGotTalent Edit- she’ll sing another song and get through."

"So, if Charity Lockhart was this good on her second song...why didn't she just sing the second song? #AGT," a fan tweeted.

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“I want to give you this right now” — America’s Got Talent judge Mel B praises Charity Lockhart’s audition

Following a stirring rendition of "Golden Slumbers," Charity Lockhart, 49, who was once homeless and lived in her car, took America's Got Talent Season 20 stage with openness and sincere emotion. Evidently affected by the singer's skill and narrative, Mel B interrupted her mid-song. Mel B immediately pressed the Golden Buzzer, giving Charity direct access to the live performances.

"You know what?" Mel B said before hitting the Golden Buzzer. "Every once in a while, you see somebody, you connect with them, and they just bring more and more to the table. I think you’re amazing, and I want to give you this right now."

Mel B won his second Golden Buzzer of the season for Charity's performance, which enthralled the judges and the crowd. Charity solidified her status as one of the most memorable talents of season 20's auditions with her powerful vocals and touching backstory.

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Watch all the episodes of America's Got Talent Season 20 on NBC and the next day on Peacock.