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Oct 17, 2022 · The former American Idol star reveals his sexuality and his struggles with his faith after three failed engagements. He also talks about his new music, his friendship with Kevin McHale, and his holiday tour.
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- 'It Feels Like Breaking Free'
Raised in a conservative family in Utah, Archuleta's life revolved around his faith. In 2008, he charmed the country with his boyish good looks and angelic vocals when he competed on American Idol, placing second after rocker David Cook. His star only grew brighter after the show, when he released his lovesick single "Crush," which peaked at No. 2 ...
Archuleta repressed his sexuality until that fateful dinner with his former fiancée, and the identity crisis nearly killed him. "You just start feeling like, 'Oh, there's probably no point for me to live. I probably would be better off not living anyway. God would probably forgive me if I ended my life because it's better than what I could become, ...
Nearly 15 years after releasing "Crush," Archuleta admits he didn't fully connect with the song until last year, when at 30, he kissed a man for the first time. "It felt effortless," Archuleta says of the kiss. "I was like, 'Oh, so this is what it feels like to like someone.' Now I see why everyone relates to my song." Since first addressing his se...
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- Jeff Nelson
Nov 17, 2022 · The "American Idol" alum reveals how he broke off three engagements and stepped away from the Mormon church after realizing his sexuality. He also talks about his upcoming Christmas tour and his relationship with the LGBTQ community.
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- Henry Sinnott
Nov 2, 2022 · The former American Idol finalist reveals he is attracted to men and enjoyed his first same-sex kiss last year. He also shares how he broke off his third engagement and stepped away from the Mormon church.
Aug 30, 2021 · The former "American Idol" finalist reveals how he reconciled his sexuality with his Mormon faith and how God told him to come out publicly. He also shares his experience with the media and his fans after his announcement.
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- Alexander Kacala
Archuleta first rose to fame when he competed on Season 7 of American Idol at just 17 years old. He finished in second placed, ultimately losing to David Cook. The "Crush" singer went on to find ...
May 19, 2023 · The former 'American Idol' star, who came out as queer in 2021, reveals his struggles with suicidal thoughts, his personal revelation and his distance from the Mormon faith. He also shares his happiness and his crush on a man.
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- Lyndsey Parker
