American Idol

Meet Brianna Collichio from American Idol

American Idol airs its last round of auditions this week. One new contestant who will take the stage is Brianna Collichio. We’ve got five facts on the American Idol hopeful for you below. So, keep reading to learn more about Brianna.

Update on 3/21/21: Unfortunately Brianna didn’t make it to the next round of American Idol.

Get to Know Brianna Collichio

1) Brianna Collichio is 15 years old from Spencerport, New York. She’s been singing since she was 6.

Bonus Fact: At age 7, Brianna began writing her own songs.

2) She has cystic fibrosis, which affects her lungs. But, she hasn’t let that stop her from pursuing her dreams! In fact, Brianna’s put it to work in her songs. She sings about staying strong when things are tough, and finding light within the dark.

Bonus Fact: The songs that reference those lessons are “Never Let Me Down” and “Glow in the Dark.”

3) She gained national attention when former NFL quarterback Boomer Esiason awarded her courage at his foundation’s banquet. It was also the first time Brianna performed her first single, “On My Hands.”

4) Age has never been a factor in her journey, but it does make her skills all the more impressive. For example, at age 10, she was invited to sing the National Anthem at an NFL game. Later, she sang at a Jets game. National media outlets like USA Today picked up the story. Check out the performance below:

5) Brianna (like most teens) has a TikTok account. She regularly posts videos to the platform, including a look at Idol behind the scenes. Check it out below:

So, will Brianna’s powerful voice get her a golden ticket? Find out when American Idol airs March 14 at 8 PM ET, only on ABC.

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Kari

Kari is a reality TV blogger at The Reality TV. Otterbein Alum (2017) – English & Psychology. Big fan of 'Siesta Key.' Comments or tips, email kari@therealitytv.com.

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