Watch: Richard Goodall performs 'Eye of the Tiger' in 'America's Got Talent' semifinals

Holly V. Hays, Indianapolis Star

Richard Goodall is once more shooting for a chance to win $1 million on "America's Got Talent."

This week's semifinals show aired Wednesday due to Tuesday evening's presidential debate. Results will air Thursday starting at 8 p.m. ET.

So far, Goodall has performed stunning covers of Journey's "Don't Stop Believin'" and Michael Bolton's "How Am I Supposed to Live Without You," sailing through his audition with a Golden Buzzer and earning fans' votes during the quarterfinals.

What did Richard Goodall perform in the America's Got Talent Season 19 semifinals?

Goodall performed a thrilling cover of Survivor's "Eye of the Tiger," known for being the theme to the 1982 film "Rocky III."

When asked in a pre-taped segment why he chose the song, Goodall said: “I’m fighting for it, plain and simple. I’ve got this shot. I’m like Rocky – I’m gonna go for it.”

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Watch Richard Goodall's semifinals performance on America's Got Talent

What did AGT judges say about Richard Goodall?

Klum, who gave Goodall a Golden Buzzer just a few months ago, was blown away by Goodall's "epic performance" – to the point that she continued yelling "How pumped are you?!" at her fellow judges as they offered their feedback.

Judge Simon Cowell referenced the iconic film with which the song is now synonymous, comparing Goodall's performance with the titular character's triumphant moment.

"You’ve chosen a real underdog song, and you’re an underdog in a way – but in a really positive way," Cowell said. "It was like you just got to the top of the stairs."

"You have the biggest heart in this whole competition," judge Howie Mandel said. "You feel the love, and we love you.”

How do the AGT live shows work?

Now that the four weeks of quarterfinals are over, the semifinals will determine who goes to the final two shows. During the semifinals, 12 acts will compete for six spots, with the finalists to be determined by fan votes. Those six acts will advance and compete with the Live Golden Buzzer recipients in the show's final rounds.

Who got the Live Golden Buzzer in the AGT quarterfinals?

These acts received a Golden Buzzer during the quarterfinals round, automatically advancing them to the final stages of the show:

When is the AGT finale?

The two-night Season 19 finale will take place Sept. 17 and 24.

How do I vote on America's Got Talent?

Viewers will be able to cast their votes until 7 a.m. ET Thursday at nbc.com/agtvote or via the AGT app, available through Google Play and the App Store.

How many times can I vote on America's Got Talent?

Viewers can vote up to 10 times per method, per voting period.

Contact IndyStar pop culture reporter Holly Hays at [email protected]. Follow her on X/Twitter: @hollyvhays.

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