When Jonathan and Charlotte took the stage of “Britain’s Got Talent,” Simon initially regarded Jonathan with skepticism, anticipating a disappointing audition.
Muttering to a fellow judge, he remarked, “Just when you think it can’t get any worse.”
However, what Simon didn’t anticipate was that this performance would eventually become one of the most sensational viral hits on YouTube, and for a compelling reason.
Jonathan, at the age of 17, revealed that he had been a constant target of bullying due to his size. His 16-year-old friend Charlotte became his unwavering source of support through this difficult period.
The situation had deteriorated to such an extent that Jonathan had experienced a nervous breakdown just three months before the audition.
In the video below, Charlotte and Jonathan infused a blend of Opera and Pop into their rendition of “The Prayer.” When the shy Jonathan began to sing, his self-assurance and talent soared to remarkable heights.
Here is the video:
