This American Idol Fan-Favorite Alum Is Returning To Perform New Single On Billboard No. 1 Hits Night

Summary

• Many talented alumni like Kelly Clarkson and Carrie Underwood got their start on American Idol stage.
• American Idol brings back fan-favorite David Archuleta for special performance on Billboard No. 1 Hits Night.
• David Archuleta, who appeared on season 7, will return along with mentor Meghan Trainor for an exciting performance.

American Idol season 22 is bringing back a fan-favorite alumni for a special performance on Billboard No. 1 Hits Night. Throughout its run, American Idol has been known for its themed nights, as well as some of the incredible alumni who have been part of the series in the past. From superstars like Kelly Clarkson, Jennifer Hudson, and Carrie Underwood, there have been some immensely talented alumni who have gotten their start on the American Idol stage. Though there have been seasons where contestants don’t find as much mainstream industry experience, many of the contestants find success on the show.

“2008 runner-up David Archuleta also performs.”

In the next episode of American Idol, one of the show’s own will be returning to the series for an exciting performance. David Archuleta, who appeared on American Idol season 7, will return for an exciting performance along with American Idol mentor Meghan Trainor. According to the episode description, “Meghan Trainor mentors the Top 12 before they perform their favorite Billboard #1 hits live, giving their all to earn America’s vote in the coveted Top 10 when it is revealed by the end of the night. 2008 runner-up David Archuleta also performs.” David will be returning to the Idol stage.

David Archuleta Finds Post-American Idol Success

While it’s been over a decade since David was the runner-up of American Idol season 7, the hype around his career has been one of the most interesting to follow both during and after his season. When American Idol season 7 was airing, David was one of the most popular contestants on the series, with a group of young fans who consistently rallied to keep him alive in the competition. Though David took second place to American Idol season 7 winner David Cook, he was able to garner a major following with his performances and sweet personality on the show.

After his success on American Idol, David has released eight studio albums, finding success in the Philippines after releasing music globally for the first few years of his career. David has been in and out of the spotlight for the last decade but returned to the public eye in 2023 when he appeared on The Masked Singer season 9. His disguise, Macaw, was able to stump the judges along with the audience for weeks as he competed with exciting new songs in each round. David took second place on The Masked Singer season 9, losing only to singer Bishop Briggs.

While David hasn’t been a part of the current iteration of American Idol, his spot on the Idol stage was made permanent when he took the second place position during his season. After years away, American Idol is excited to invite David back for a performance, getting the chance to celebrate his success with the current cast. David’s career has been an interesting mix of choices, and though American Idol is in his past, many are excited to see what’s coming in his future.

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