The senior singer’s rendition of a classic 1975 song moved everyone to tears, leaving an unforgettable impression on the audience.
Evelyn Williams, 81, graced the stage for her audition on Ireland’s Got Talent, instantly captivating the crowd with her remarkable stage presence. As she began to sing, she transformed into a powerful diva, and her stunning voice captivated the judges, who were visibly moved.
Evelyn performed “Send in the Clowns,” a song penned by Stephen Sondheim, which was meant to be sung by a woman who has lived a full life, much like Evelyn herself. Her emotional performance, filled with passion and grace, touched everyone in the room, causing Michelle Visage to use the Golden Buzzer to end the audition. Despite the overwhelming response, Evelyn humbly felt she “could have sung better,” though the judges and audience all agreed she was perfect just as she was.
Her heartfelt performance moved both the judges and the audience to tears. Throughout the audition, Evelyn displayed elegance and humility, earning the admiration of everyone present. The judges recognized her immense talent, advancing her to the semi-finals, while the audience gave her a standing ovation.
“Never in a million years did I think that would happen,” Evelyn said, emotionally overwhelmed by the crowd’s response. “I had just started crying when everyone stood up, and it had such a profound effect on me.”
At the time of her audition, Evelyn, who had been a widow for seven years and has a large family of twelve grandchildren, great-grandchildren, and great-great-grandchildren, was 80 years old. She enjoys volunteering and has a deep passion for fashion, along with staying active through daily exercises she has been doing for the past 21 years.
Singing has always been one of her greatest passions, and despite the years that have passed since the death of her beloved husband, Noel, she continues to mourn him deeply. “I miss him like a limb,” she shared, remembering him as a kind, loving man who always encouraged her to sing. “If he were here, he would have been so proud.”
