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Military Veteran Benjamin Hightower Scores Standing Ovation From ‘AGT’ Judges With Chappell Roan Cover

Military veteran Benjamin Hightower received a standing ovation from judges for his take on Chappell Roan for "America's Got Talent."

Benjamin Hightower has channeled Chappell Roan for his America’s Got Talent audition, going from Tennessee to Los Angeles to receive a standing ovation from judges for his performance of “Pink Pony Club.” Appearing on Tuesday (June 10) night’s episode of America’s Got Talent, Hightower told judges how he ended seven years of active duty in the Air Force to pursue his dreams of stardom. Hightower’s overwhelmingly positive reception was echoed in his own response to the acclaim, with the visibly emotional performer telling host Terry Crews that the moment has been a long time coming.

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