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.

Archuleta first appeared on American Idol in 2008 at age 16, placing as a runner-up to David Cook. He won audiences over with his smooth, crisp vocals and boyish good looks. Since his first hit ...

Archuleta was only 17 years old when he won American Idol, which was 17 years ago.He came out of the closet about four years ago and this month attended his first Utah Pride Festival event in his ...

LITTLE ROCK — As a nation of 10-year-old girls prepares to embark upon yet another edition of American Idol - Season 8 premieres Jan. 13 - it's worth taking a moment out of your busy pre ...

Texas-born David Cook famously beat David Archuleta in season 7 of American Idol. Cook found success after his win with his self-titled album and its lead single, “Light On.” ...

David Archuleta shares his journey and performs new songs at WorldPride DC 2025, ... “When I was on ‘American Idol,’ I was, you know, a closeted scared little teenager,” he said.