Nick Merico is back on American Idol this season! You may remember him from 2018. He was the contestant Katy Perry had quite a crush on. Let’s dive in and find out more about Nick Merico.
1. When Nick Merico entered the room of judges, Katy Perry had her eye on this guy! “He is a hunk!” she said. Watch the video below for the whole clip:
2. He is a triple threat. We know he sings, but he also plays the piano and guitar.
3. Nick was born in Argentina on December 29, 1995 which makes him 24 years old. He currently resides in California.
4. Nick’s mother’s name is Cheryl. His father, Fredy, coaches his travel soccer team.
5. In the American Idol auditions from 2020, he wows the judges by singing and playing the piano. Check out the image below from the American Idol premiere on February 16, 2020!
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