An Dublin singer who appeared on Britain's Got Talent on Saturday night moved everyone to tears with his emotional audition.
32-year-old dad Brian Gilligan works as a singer and also teaches music and drama.
He has enjoyed success before as a West End performer, appearing in hit musical The Commitments - which judge David Walliams recognised him from.
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However, he tragically lost his brother last year to a heart attack which resulted in him taking a step back from his career to cope with the grief.
"Since then it's been a struggle to get my confidence back," he explained to judges David, Simon Cowell, Alesha Dixon and Amanda Holden.
Brian sang an emotional rendition of Lady Gaga's hit song "I'll Never Love Again" from blockbuster movie A Star Is Born.
Not only did he leave the four judges and audience feeling incredibly moved - viewers at home were just as enthralled watching him passionately sing.
Many took to Twitter to praise Brian for his powerful performance.
One wrote: "Omg got me so emotional listening to this amazing guys talent! He can sing omg incredible voice - WHAT A TALENT, have goosebumps rn."
"What an incredible voice!!! He actually nailed that performance...," added a second.
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"I'm cheering for you Brian, brilliant but amazing an emotional - well done lad," wrote a third.
It comes as no surprise that Brian received four yeses from the judges meaning that he sails through to the next round.
Britain's Got Talent continues on Virgin Media One and ITV next Saturday at 8pm.
