American Idol
This ‘American Idol’ Vet Is Ready To Embrace His Queer Truth In Music — 17 Years After His Big Debut
Archuleta, who came out as a member of the LGBTQ+ community four years ago, says "Earthly Delights" represents him "gaining my power back."
Robin Kaye was "a cornerstone of the Idol family" and "truly loved and respected by all," a spokesperson for the show said.
“It’s fun to finally, for the first time in my life, feel comfortable in my own skin,” said the “American Idol” veteran, who came out as queer in 2021.
"I'm still trying to process this," the performer wrote after winning "American Idol."
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“The comments are really pissing me off,” the Wilson Phillips singer said.
"So I'm guessing you come from a musical family," judge Carrie Underwood asked the singer before the truth came out.
The "American Idol" alum discusses embracing his sexuality while leaving the Mormon church in an upcoming memoir.
Clarkson, the inaugural "American Idol" winner, briefly rewrote the singing competition series' history in an awkward on-air moment.
"We are in a very different time," said the "American Idol" veteran, who unveiled his first studio album in 12 years this fall.