Joshua Ledet
American singer and American Idol finalist
Born
April 9th, 1992
33 years ago
Category
Performers & Entertainers
Country
United States
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A prominent American singer, achieved recognition as a finalist on the eleventh season of American Idol. Showcased a powerful vocal range and a soulful performance style throughout the competition. Released a self-titled EP that features a blend of original songs and covers. Gained considerable attention for performances of songs such as 'When a Man Loves a Woman' and 'You Raise Me Up'.
Reached the finals on American Idol Season 11
Released a self-titled EP
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