Before the performance began, you can see Andrew\u2019s mom on the sidelines encouraging him and motioning for him how to get started. But when Andrew started to dance to Justin Timberlake\u2019s \u201cCan\u2019t Stop the Feeling!\u201d magic happened. He even finished his routing with a one-handed cartwheel (!!!) and splits. Watch the video below.<\/p>\n
That performance got Andrew 75 percent of the audience\u2019s vote, which opened up the mirrored doors to reveal the three judges.Judge Cheryl, 35, was overcome with emotion and couldn\u2019t stop c rying.<\/p>\n
\u201cI just feel really moved by the whole thing, that was amazing. To watch you \u2013 your excitement and to see how much you thrive in front of an audience \u2013 is such a special moment. You should be proud of yourself. You clearly need to be doing this more, it does something to your soul, you\u2019re in your element.\u201d<\/p>\n
After his performance, he was joined on stage by his mom, and he planted this sweet kiss on her cheek.His best friend, Tom, couldn\u2019t contain his excitement. Tom also has Do*wn synd*rome and was escorted to the stage, where the two young men rushed together in a heartwarming and uplifting hug.Andrew\u2019s mom said that he started dancing at age 11.<\/p>\n
\u201cHe had a natural rhythm, it made him feel joyful and started him on his love of dance. Dance has helped Andrew\u2019s confidence and self-esteem.\u201d<\/p>\n
Is Andrew\u2019s mom proud, someone asked?<\/p>\n
We\u2019re all proud. We\u2019re all in awe of Andrew. It was a pure pleasure to watch this young man dance and we wish him much success in his career.<\/p>\n