David Archuleta (b. 1990)

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Biography

David James Archuleta is an American singer and songwriter. At the age of ten, he won the children's division of the Utah Talent Competition, leading to other television singing appearances. When he was twelve years old, he became the Junior Vocal Champion on the second season of Star Search, known as "Star Search 2". In 2008, he finished second on the seventh season of American Idol.

Timeline

The story of David Archuleta, told in moments.

2003 Life

Became the Junior Vocal Champion on Star Search at age twelve.

How did Star Search change your life at twelve? Were you nervous or fearless?

2008 Event

Finished second on American Idol at 17, behind David Cook. His debut single "Crush" reached No. 2 on the Billboard Hot 100. His self-titled album debuted at No. 2 on the Billboard 200.

What was losing American Idol like at seventeen? Did 'Crush' hitting number two feel like enough?

2012 Event

Put his music career on hold to serve a two-year mission for the LDS Church in Chile.

What did putting your career on hold for a mission teach you? Was Chile what you expected?

2021 Event

Came out publicly as a member of the LGBTQ community in a social media post. He spoke about years of internal conflict between his faith and identity.

How long did you carry the conflict between faith and identity? What did coming out cost you and what did it give you?

Artifacts (6)

The High Altitude Diet

Golf Instruction to improve your swing and consistently break 90

2007

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David Archuleta

American Idol Season 7 fan favorite, David Archuleta has become a household name as he spent his 2008 summer on the nationwide American Idol tour with his fellow contestants. This album includes a...

2008

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Chords of Strength: A Memoir of Soul, Song and the Power of Perseverance

The New York Times bestseller-the inspiring personal story of American Idol's David Archuleta. In the New York Times bestseller Chords of Strength, American Idol favorite David Archuleta shares his...

2010

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My Little Prayer

In his first ever children's book, singer David Archuleta conveys the profound love to be found in our personal relationships with God. Based on the lyrics of David's popular and moving song, My...

2021

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Devout: Losing My Faith to Find Myself

A raw and powerful coming-out story from the beloved American Idol finalist traces David Archuleta’s journey from closeted Mormon teen to global pop star to openly queer man, revealing the hidden...

2026

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Christmas From The Heart

2009

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