I remember watching the incredible video of Celine Tam singing You Raise Me Up when she was just 5 years old. It was one of those moments that sticks with you forever. Her angelic voice and emotional delivery made my jaw drop then—and even now, it still gives me goosebumps. Whether she was performing solo or singing in harmony with Jeffrey Li, like their unforgettable duet on Steve Harvey’s Little Big Shots, Celine always left audiences speechless. Their rendition of You Raise Me Up was not only technically beautiful but emotionally moving in a way that seemed far beyond their years.
Now, a few years later, Celine Tam is continuing to amaze the world. At just nine years old, she took the stage once again—this time on America’s Got Talent 2017—and delivered another show-stopping performance. She had already wowed the audience and judges with her breathtaking rendition of My Heart Will Go On, and she was far from finished.
In a recent episode, when the judges asked Celine what song she had chosen, she confidently replied: How Am I Supposed To Live Without You by Michael Bolton. The audience and judges braced themselves—and once she started singing, everyone was completely blown away. Her vocal control, maturity, and stage presence were absolutely stunning.
Guest judge Laverne Cox, known for her role in Orange Is the New Black, was so moved by Celine’s performance that she couldn’t hold back her admiration—she slammed the coveted Golden Buzzer! Celine stood there in complete shock, tears in her eyes, as golden confetti rained down. It was a powerful and emotional moment that captured the hearts of millions.
Watch this 9-year-old Celine Tam earn the Golden Buzzer from Laverne Cox…
Celine Tam is a rare talent. She not only deserves all the praise and recognition she’s getting, but she’s a shining example of how pure talent and hard work can truly shine through—no matter how young you are.
Please share this amazing Michael Bolton cover sung by 9-year-old Celine Tam with your friends and family.
