An amazing guy. He struggles to answer questions even when he probably knows what they are going to be. Slow to answer. Short answers.
And then he plays the piano and sings just like any talented performer would. The contrast was amazing to me.
And he is good. Lots of sympathy votes I’m sure but is very deserving of the $million prize.
OTOH, I was pulling for Emanne Beasha, the 10 year old soprano. She finished in the top 10 but was good enough to win in a normal year. Amazing singer for her age. One of the 2 or 3 best young female singers of the last few years. Amira Willighagen is the best but Emanne might be competitive with her one day.
Emanne should have been one of the top two with Kodi, but true talent and culture is no longer appreciated in this society.
I like Emanne Beasha, as well. I thought she was very relaxed and poised for a 10 year old and she dressed appropriately, as well.
She also acted like a kid in her interviews, and I say this as a good thing. In the semi-finals, they showed she still has her stuffed animals she keeps and takes with her when she auditions.
She comes across as a likable kid with angelic voice.