Blind Contestant Shayla Winn Moves Lionel Richie To Tears With "American Idol" Audition

Mar 11, 2019 by apost team

It was just over a year ago that Shayla Winn received the devastating news that she needed to have a tumor removed from her brain that left her legally blind. Shayla's suffering continued at school as she was bullied for having to walk with a cane. Shayla is brought to tears when she tells her story, but she was not the only one in tears when she auditioned for American Idol.

With the support of her friends and family, she found the courage to take her singing talents to the stage. She tells herself that anything is possible. She stood in front of the three Idol judges, Lionel Richie, Katy Perry and Luke Bryan with a broad smile on her face. She told them about her story and began to sing.

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After her spell-binding performance, superstar Richie could not help but walk over to Shayla and embrace her. He was wiping his own tears from his face. All of the judges gave her a standing ovation. After the judges had composed themselves, they gave Shayla the great news. She would be heading to Hollywood with the other singers to carry on in the competition.

The judges were not only impressed with her wonderful singing. They complimented her on the spirit she brought with her, and the courage she brought to her performance. 17-year-old Shayla had taken the adversity she had last year and turned it into one of the most moving moments in the history of American Idol.

What did you think about Shayla's performance? Did her story inspire you? Let us know in the comments and don't forget to pass her beautiful audition along to your friends and family!