When Taryn Charles introduced herself on Britain’s Got Talent, she came across as humble and sweet. Asked why she wanted to audition, she modestly said, “I like to make people smile, and I think my voice is… alright.” With nervous tears in her eyes and shaking hands, Taryn stepped onto the stage, leaving the judges and audience in suspense, wondering if she could muster the courage to sing.
Then, she launched into a rendition of “(You Make Me Feel Like) A Natural Woman,” penned by Gerry Goffin and Carole King, and famously performed by Aretha Franklin. Taryn’s soulful and powerful performance did the iconic song justice, earning her an immediate standing ovation. The audience quickly rose to their feet again for a second standing ovation, chanting, “Press the button!” In response, Bruno pressed the Golden Buzzer, sending Taryn straight to the next round amid a shower of gold confetti.
Taryn was overwhelmed with tears as the judges gave their feedback. They acknowledged her nerves and the significance of the moment for her. Simon asked, “Has anyone ever told you that you couldn’t do this?” Taryn nodded tearfully, visibly moved when Simon replied, “Boy, did you prove that person wrong.” Online viewers were equally impressed, with one fan commenting, “You know it’s good when you get the first double standing ovation on BGT!”
Despite her remarkable talent, Taryn has a modest online presence, with her YouTube channel having just 37 subscribers. However, that is likely to change now. Some Britain’s Got Talent viewers recognized Taryn from her stint on the talent show Starstruck, where she delivered an impressive cover of Whitney Houston’s “I Wanna Dance With Somebody.”
Although Taryn has worked as an imitation artist, performing as legends like Whitney Houston and Tina Turner on tours and cruises, her appearance on Britain’s Got Talent could be the breakthrough she needs to establish herself as an individual artist. With her soulful voice, the support of the audience, and Bruno’s Golden Buzzer, Taryn is poised to step into the spotlight and pursue her own musical career.