American singer who was given the coveted golden buzzer by Howie Mandel during his audition for America's Got Talent in 2017.
He was rendered blind due to Leber congenital amaurosis, but regained his sight following an experimental surgery.
He has performed at the legendary Apollo Theater in Harlem, New York multiple times.
He grew up in the Patchogue village of Long Island, New York. His mother is a nurse.
His audition received a standing ovation from all four America's Got Talent judges, including Simon Cowell, Mel B and Heidi Klum.
