{"id":97,"date":"2024-12-25T06:20:50","date_gmt":"2024-12-25T06:20:50","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/story15.com\/?p=97"},"modified":"2024-12-25T06:20:50","modified_gmt":"2024-12-25T06:20:50","slug":"richard-goodall-has-revealed-what-he-will-be-using-his-1-million-prize-money-for-revealing-that-it-will-help-him-and-his-new-wife-buy-a-new-home-but-whats-special-about-the-agt-champion","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/story15.com\/?p=97","title":{"rendered":"Richard Goodall Has Revealed What He Will Be Using His $1 Million Prize Money For, Revealing That It Will Help Him and His New Wife Buy a New Home. But What\u2019s Special About the Agt Champion\u2019s Job Is the Detail That Will Surprise Everyone!"},"content":{"rendered":"

After weeks of fierce competition and heartfelt performances, Richard Goodall, the beloved singing janitor from Terre Haute, Indiana, achieved an extraordinary milestone by winning the title of\u00a0America\u2019s Got Talent<\/strong>\u00a0Season 19 on Tuesday, September 24. His impressive journey, which included earning a coveted Golden Buzzer from judge Heidi Klum, culminated in a stunning victory that left viewers and fans alike in awe.<\/p>\n

At 55, Goodall not only walked away with the title but also a grand prize of\u00a0$1 million<\/strong>\u00a0and the excitement of recently marrying his partner, Angie. During the finale, he excitedly shared the news of their wedding, further adding to the joyous atmosphere of the event. \u201cMy brain is just absolutely mush at this point. Surreal doesn\u2019t even cover what has happened,\u201d Goodall expressed in a heartfelt interview with PEOPLE after his win. \u201cThis has been an absolute rollercoaster and now it has ended with absolute golden dust flying everywhere.\u201d<\/p>\n

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In a nostalgic nod to his roots, Goodall performed\u00a0\u201cDon\u2019t Stop Believin\u2019\u201d<\/strong>\u2014the very same song that won the hearts of the judges during his audition\u2014alongside members of the iconic band Journey. \u201cI never imagined I\u2019d be on this stage with them,\u201d he shared. \u201cThe audition was just supposed to be a fun experience, and I never dreamed it would lead to this.\u201d<\/p>\n

As the finale progressed, the ten finalists were gradually narrowed down, creating a suspenseful atmosphere. Goodall and fellow finalists Jonasi, Kardinaly, Sky Elements, and Rhythm and Roni anxiously awaited the results. When host Terry Crews finally announced that Goodall had clinched the title, cheers erupted throughout the venue.<\/p>\n

\u201cThis means everything to Angie and me,\u201d Goodall said, referencing his wife. \u201cIt gives us a chance to do something different, get a nice house, and give back to people.\u201d His words resonated deeply with the audience, highlighting the importance of family and dreams fulfilled.<\/p>\n

Klum, visibly emotional and supportive, praised Goodall, saying, \u201cI\u2019m beyond excited for him. I know this will change his life.\u201d She recognized his dedication to his work as a janitor and his love for his community, assuring fans that he would remain the same humble man even with newfound fame.<\/p>\n

After the whirlwind of emotions, Goodall quipped about Angie\u2019s reaction to his win: \u201cShe said, \u2018I\u2019m getting my house\u2026 and a washer dryer!\u2019\u201d On a more serious note, he acknowledged her unwavering support, stating, \u201cI couldn\u2019t have made it through this without her.\u201d<\/p>\n

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Looking ahead, Goodall expressed his intention to return to his janitorial job at Chauncey Rose Middle School \u201cfor a little while,\u201d as he and Angie contemplate their next steps together. \u201cWe\u2019ll see what opportunities come our way,\u201d he said, adding that part of the prize money will go toward investing in their future.<\/p>\n

For now, Richard Goodall is embracing every moment of this incredible journey, declaring, \u201cThis whole week has just been an absolute dream. An absolute dream that I don\u2019t want to wake up from.\u201d<\/p>\n