Julia Gagnon: Found Her Birth Mother & Is Singing To Make Her Proud - American Idol 2024
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- Опубликовано: 28 сен 2024
- The final Platinum Ticket of Season 7 has been awarded! Julia Gagnon blew the judges away covering an Aretha Franklin classic. She recently found her birth mother in Guatemala, and she's here at IDOL trying to accomplish something BIG to make her proud!
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AMERICAN IDOL, the iconic series that revolutionized the television landscape by pioneering the music competition genre, returns on ABC.
American Idol 2024
Helping to determine who America will ultimately vote for to become the next singing sensation are music industry forces and superstar judges Luke Bryan, Katy Perry and Lionel Richie. Emmy® Award-winning host and producer Ryan Seacrest continues as host of the beloved series, for the historic 22nd season.
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She sings cool. her Birth mom should be happy but her ADOPTED MOTHER ROCKS for helping her get this far.
Yes!! As an adoptee, I couldn’t agree more! And for her parents to have helped her find her birth family was very sweet. My Mum was always afraid of that… but those were different times and different circumstances.
There other people like you. God bless you
She's an unbelievable singer!
Una le heredo el talento pero la otra le enseño a volar alto mucho más allá de sus capacidades Meg hizo el mejor trabajo. 😊
No seas como los demás
déjame desaparecer de tu vida
Y eso pasará solo cuando ya puedas vibir sin verme
I am 82 and have heard, listen to Aretha Franklin all my life & Julia blew my socks off! Both her, her story and her magnificent voice she is for sure no matter who wins will have an incredible career future ahead. Ain't nobody that I know of that can today sing like that!
I with you on all of this. Great song and as Lionel said, most people won't even touch this song. She was excellent!
I like how the judges were looking at each other the moment she said she wanted to sing Aretha's song.. Amazing voice..
Seriously. Lionel's face went from "I'm looking forward to hearing this young lady" to "Ugh! What was she thinking? She set the bar at 12 feet for her first jump". He sincerely looked disappointed when she said the song. And then... Bam!
I love the shock factor ❤. Julia was amazing❣️
Ha! They knew the voice REQUIRED for this song. They had to reasonably keep that in consideration.
adopting a child from another country and raising them as your own has to be the second greatest gift you can give a child next to giving birth. shout out to her adoptive parents---- there really are some amazing people in this world.
Colonizer mindset
@@shivtim 🤔
@@shivtimyo you know what’s crazy. Raising a kid and doing everything you could for them all your life just for them to commemorate a song to their mom who gave them up. 😂😂😂😂😂
@@cindyd.01 but why praise the deadbeat mom who gave you up and never looked for you. She had to hire a private investigator to find her mother like what. And all the sudden she gets all the praise. Idk SMH
@@fatherpapa4666 you're right the biological mother shouldn't get all the praise. But you don't know her story, she may have done the best she could at the time.
Oh my God she’s the greatest female Hispanic singer of all time. This performance brought me to tears. Her voice is super powerful, beautiful, special, one of a kind, amazing, and it sounded perfect and like a recording. She’s showing Latin Americans that when you dream big, truly believe in yourself, work and practice hard, we too can do very great things and become very great people as well.
I just threw my shoe across the room! This young lady should go all the way to the finals!!
*Luke Bryan looks over and nods*
I about emptied out a whole DSW for that audition.
😂
Jennifer Hudson does that when she was a judge on the voice
😂😂
America, this is the winner of America Idol, 2024! Wow! Truly Amazing! Outstanding!
Her or Abby Carter tbh
Nya too @@efrenmoreno3
Ops alguém podem traduzir por fvr 29.03.24
She is this year's Iam Tongi. She has a soft, quiet temperament until she starts singing her little heart out. What a voice! Can't wait to see her next performance.
I like him but she's light years ahead of him vocally.
100% agree. Absolutely amazing!
Huge STAR!!!!
She's better
Exactly what I was thinking! Hope she goes just as far! And more!
Her singing alone has brought me to tears my gosh 😭😭
Eu chorei ❤
Being from Maine, I ❤❤❤❤ her voice & story. She’s beautiful & amazing.
I am 71 and I just love her voice and sincerity. Hope she wins. She’s the best since Kelly Clarkson.
The show will bring her birth mom to see her sing. Get your tissues ready because I believe we will all witness the birth mom and the adoptive family meeting for the first time.
It comes through the cry in her voice that she has the ability to touch so many hearts.
Often it's a struggle to understand the life we were born into but the moment we begin to use the gifts God gives us, it opens the door to healing for ourselves and the people around us.
I'd stopped watching American Idol for a long time but now I support again because I see what you're doing goes way beyond just the voice.
I support you American Idol!! Keep changing lives and build this young lady to her most complete potential.
Omg! I would pass away if that happens 😭😭😭😭😭😭😭😭🤍🤍🤍🤍🤍🤍
I am not a singer but relate so much to this story. I was adopted as well and met my birth mother almost 5 years ago. She passed away in December 2022, and I am so thankful I was able to know her for 3 1/2 years. I pray Julia will be able to meet her birth parents.
HOLY VOCALS!! She is everything.
That was a masterclass in how to take a classic and almost untouchable song and make it her very own and she absolutely slayed that song. Such a moving personal story. I have grandkids who were bullied in the school system and I am so glad she has a support system to encourage her. I will be listening to the audition the rest of the evening and watching everything she does this season. The judges doubted she could tackle a song like until she start and then she just blew them completely away. She left no doubt that she is a world class performer.
Can’t agree more ♠️❤️♠️❤️♠️❤️♠️
Best comment here 💯#enoughsaid
Winner or not! Ladies and gentlemen you just met Julia before she is famous. Congrats that was insane!
That is The Winner Right There ...
sorry. big voice singers could hardly win the show.
But wait! Adam Lambert came second - and it was probably the best thing for his career that he did, too! It doesn't matter so much if she wins - it matters a great deal that she learns what her own musical voice is, that she uses her unique talent and probably that she is not shoe-horned into the kind of career that American Idol winners will have, at least while they are being produced by the show. I just want her to go far into the contest so that we get many opportunities to listen to that beautiful sound she has.
Thiss sanger!!❤❤BEYOND!❤MEG❤❤SARAH❤❤
@@yxuen3051 She's already won, regardless of the outcome!
Guatemalan people are some of the most beautiful souls in the world.
Dracuerdo contigo.
Humildes, trabajadores y con un GRAN corazon.
I BET HER MOTHER'S ARE SO PROUD OF HER.
👍
Thanks 😊
This is so very kind of you, I’m so glad you have that impression from my Guatemalan people. 💕 Many blessings your way!
@@valerieo2304 OUR BROTHERS AND SISTERS FROM GUATEMALA ARE HUMBLE, KIND, AND HAVE A HUGE HEART.❤️
I'M FROM MEXICO AND FEEL SO PROUD OF THEM.
(HARD WORKING PEOPLE)
🇲🇽❤️🇬🇹
It’s the Venezuelans that seem to suck…
When Lionel said “did that come out of your mouth” LIKE NOOO THAT CAME STRAIGHT FROM THE SOUL
JULIA YOU BLEW ME AWAY. I grew up on Aretha Franklin and that specific song was my mom's favorite. She played it every Saturday morning while cleaning the house, so i know it well. Your performance of it was PHENOMENAL. You got my support. Wow! Aretha was channeling herself through you without a doubt. You could see the doubts on the judges faces and mannerism's UNTIL YOU started singing and blew them and us away. I can't wait to hear what you sing next. Wow, just Wow! Unbelievable voice. Love ya Julia and good luck.
I’m like your momma! Cleaning generally got done better and faster with music. Took my kid to Red Rocks for HS graduation. We saw Tedeschi Trucks band. They closed the concert with I want to Take you Higher by Sly and the Family Stone. Making memories with the kid sure is fun. !! 🫶🎶🎤
She DEFINITELY deserved the platinum ticket!!!
This is my pick, right here. I love her spirit, her beautiful voice and soul. She's definitely heaven sent to us. She just hasn't realized it yet. But she will!💗
Yes 😊💗!
You were great
This was literally the best audition this show’s ever seen.
Putting GUATEMALA on the map
And I proudly say that!!!!
And Maine! I’m beyond proud of her too! My friend was in a singing competition with her in Hallowell, Maine and I remember seeing her perform. She is amazing!
Yeah she definitely did that she's one of kind
❤❤❤🎉🎉🎉
That faded out falsetto is next level singing. ❤ Stunning beyond borders.
Holy moly! When she said what song she was going to sing they all did the classic Simon response not expecting much. And tbf she's a quiet, reserved person. But then the part in her brain that switches to SANGER mode did it's thing. I think it's been a minute since Lionel was genuinely shook. That sealed it for me!
Winner of 2024 hopefully. I've never been soo moved to tears by a singer in the history of the Idol. Such mastery and she put her whole heart and soul into it. My God what a sweet and beautiful soul she has. Beautiful within and without ❤❤❤
yes !!
I think that everyone makes this version of Julia their own because of so much emotion that it gives, my skin crawled and my tears rolled down. Her interpretation touches the soul so much. Julia Gagnon is great. Seriously, yes.
Em mim tambem ❤
My Maine sister tore the house down ❤🎉❤ one momma gave her a voice & the other gave her confidence & will!!
And the winner of American idol 2024 is… Julia Gagnon ❤️
I think so too. Top 10 is not enough
Winning material!
That wasn't a top 10 performance.
It was a top 10 performance by Aretha Franklin.
That's my favorite Aretha Franklin song
I'll second that.
Indeed.
I think we have a winner👏🏽👏🏽
Agree
Guatemala presente y apoyándote 🇬🇹 🙌🏻
"Which one"😭 with a smile she's so Pure and Wonderful ❤️
She’s the only contestant in all these years whose voice rocked every sense in my body & soul I didn’t know could happen. ❤❤❤
She's very bold to sing a song by the legendary Queen of Soul. There's no way she's not going to Hollywood with that voice.
She is why I still watch this show. Hoping her ALL the BEST!!!!!
The last person to audition could win the show. Thank you God for holding the door open for this magical moment at this season of miracles. That voice is a gift from God & a blessing for our world. Beautiful, mind blowing, heavenly singing.
Dang what a voice, she's already a winner to me
Guatemala presente apoyando bravo 🇬🇹🇬🇹👏👏👏
When I heard this young girl sing this song, I was completely blown away!!!!! I can hardly wait to hear her throughout the rest of the season. What a gift she has got and is giving. Thank you Julia and good luck. You've got this!!!! Congratulations!
Yes, I also cried wiped the tears after picking my jaw up off the floor.
What a powerful voice,she so amazing,she deserve to go all the way, outstanding talent
Seriously... Chills from 3 seconds in and tears half way through. Get it girl! Beautiful job❤
Her voice gave me instant chills. She's fantastic! God bless her. I hope she can meet her birth Mom someday. Shame on those who bullied her when she was growing up.
She is a beautiful person. God bless her adoptive parents.
I’ve been around for decades, and have heard tens of thousands of singers. SHE has something very, very magical about her. Tears started to flow before you finished your song. Amazing Technique and soul. She can easily join the Aretha, Celine, Whitney diva category with a little help with stage presence. She’s GOT IT! ♥️
This young lady by far is the winner . She is amazing ❤❤❤❤❤❤❤❤❤
The spirit of Aretha is back....! Julia is The "Winner of American Idol!"❤ Julia is so humbled to be there. Being bullied is no freqing matter! Let's see who's laughing now? I pray for Julia.❤
So refreshing to hear someone who knows how to work dynamics. Not just the big notes in the middle, but the gradual build up there, and the pulling back afterwards.
She’ll be The Next American Idol🙏🏼💜
Stunning! It ain't no way to lose that competition!
I love when Katy asked what her mother's name, she said which one. They both have a very sacred space in her heart. And I love the judges referenced both. ❤ Julia has an amazing voice and I'm excited to see her do big things! 🙌🏼
Making us Mainers proud - what a gift of a voice 🩷
Lionel is right, certain songs you just don’t touch, but man she knocked it out of the park. That was incredible. That girl has got some soul. Loved it.
I don't usually cry but this hit me hard. She's talent overload. Just Wow
I’m so very proud of Julia right now. 👏👏👏👏👏👏
Fly HIGH! Prove that you're the next idol. What a voice. godly, and other worldly.
Aretha Franklin is my all time favorite, so many have tried, but this young lady , oh my, chills, absolutely soulfully beautiful. I believe Ms Aretha would be proud of her.
Hermosa voz, Guatemala está orgullosa de ti 🇦🇷💙
🇬🇹🇬🇹**
What?! None of the judges expected this. She is incredible!!!
I've been bullied too, and honestly the hard times shaped me into who I am today! Beautiful voice!
Literally I was shouting: WOW! ALL THE SONG. She’s just so talented. Hope she makes it to the finals.
I don't comment on videos too often, BUT, let me start by saying that I'm shook! This young lady not only tackled and dominated one of the most difficult soul songs EVER, there is also something very special about her. I can't quite put my finger on it, but, my intuition is telling me that Julia Gagnon is going to go very far in her life. I can tell that there is something....magical, in her soul. No pretense, no artifice, just a humble, grateful and most definitely blessed person. And that voice! WHOA!! PERFECT pitch, extraordinary control and all done so, so effortlessly. Just simply captivating!
Get that girl on a stage, STAT! Did anyone else cry? I cried. Goosebumps, so many goosebumps. Those vocal gymnastics had me feeling some kind of way.
Finally! And such a beautiful and loving family too.
Wow, wow, wow! Im not sure I have words. What an amazing voice...with an amazing story. With that voice, she'll go far. It's time we had another Aretha Franklin kinda voice.
I just love the judges’ teamwork and care for each other. You know it is genuine friendship that they have when you were saved and helped from a would be awkward situation without asking for a rescue and the non verbal “thank you” is so well understood. When Katy Perry asked for the contestant’s biological mother, she knew that she unintentionally alienated her adopt adoptive mother who is there with her. Luke’s saved the situation by asking her adoptive parents name and Katy showed her appreciation to Luke when she smiled. I’m pretty sure she would thank Luke verbally backstage after the show.
What a beautiful story. I cried a little bit 😢.... She is wonderful.
❤
I love this for her! She has soul!! She is so special! I can’t wait to watch her blow up! Thanks for her birth mom for being so selfless and putting her first! Thanks for adoptive parents for needing a baby to love and raise! Both selfless acts of love! We need more people like this in the world! She is an amazing singer!
Yes sweet child.. you are a star 🌟 much life is in front of you ✨️
Beautiful, blessings to her adoptive parents for raising a beautiful deep lovely lady
Everything about this audition is amazing. especially when Luke, so inspired, remembered and acknowledged her adopted mother! One of my favorite auditions!
Wow. One of the best auditions I have ever heard.
WOW! And the tranquility that flows from her is amazing.
She might be the next American Idol winner!! She’s awesome!!!
I love her, she could be on a record label. Given the right amount exposure and avenue for showcasing her talent like American Idol, she has unlimited potentials and a bright future ahead of her. Wish to see you in the live shows, Julia!
Nothing like saving the Best for last, Great Job
She’s right up there with Amy and and Etta and Aretha herself. Mark my words her name will be mentioned right along with theirs someday
My god, the tears just flowed because of that stunning , powerful, beautiful, soulful voice. Not only the whole of Maine should be proud of you but I'm sure Guatemala will be too.
❤❤❤lo estamos 🇬🇹 creelo😢
How many times you watch this? me: Yes! Breathless, made me fall in tears, Julia you are amazing!!!
Man what was that. You have something very special about your Voice I felt every single note that you sung I hope that you go far I can't wait to see you sing again good luck.
Girl, you are perfect just the way you are. Keep singing. Keep shining. You're beautiful 🥰
So beautiful! My favourite audition this season. A stellar performance. I wish her to be the Top 3 contestant.
OMG!!! This has to be the best singer I have ever heard on American Idol. I had chills from beginning to the end of the song! She is truly a gifted singer. One of a kind!!!! Top 10 for sure. I saved this episode just to blast her audition on my TV. I can’t get enough. Her voice moves my soul!!!
Wow! Because of you, Guatemala is following American Idol and supports you. Blessings!!
Girl you made Aretha an me so proud of you you will go far in life
AMAZING HOW CAN SHE PLAY WITH HER VOICE.
GUATEMALA'S VOICE IN AN AMERICAN WAY.
THE BEST.
Totally agree I'm from guatemala. Been in usa 32 yrs so I'm proud of her
i don’t know it’s Julia’s upbringing touches me or her amazing voice? All i do know is I’m all tearing up and wishing her all the best ❤
Motherhood is beyond giving birth. It's loving and feeding and educating a child. Awesome job, Mama Meg. You're the best.
Amazing, she sang from her soul! She gave me permanent chills!
Top 3 for sure. By far the best voice so far I have heard. Best audition
This is what we call a SINGER, she’s talented and strong, I see a winner.
Absolutely incredible. Even if she does not win she will be signed.
Absolutely beautiful! Wonderful performance. This is a tough song. Aretha Franklin would be amazed and happy. Well done!
That was absolutely beautiful, so smooth ❤ definitely a Top 10
The first note, I am a fan. Whew, chile she blew me away!!!
Shout out to:
Julia for her refreshing authenticity to allow that deep, soulful manifestation to audibly shine.
Luke for his patience of Katy interrupting what was sure to be insightful critique.
Katy for her: well, she has amazing eyes.
Lionel for his amazing wisdom.
Piano dude - c'mon give it up, this guy is incredible.
Technical crew: I know this is a big-time show with big budgets to attract top shelf talent but wow - that piano sound, vocal EQ and mix are perfect.
Julia's adoptive parents: well dayum... those are the types that can change the world one heart at a time.
Message to Julia: be attentive to contract conditions - Idol contract can kill your soul - stay genuine girl and don't let ANYONE change you!
Whenever i see stories like this i cried. Happy tears though. Hope to see Julia Gagnon get far in this competition. ❤ from 🇵🇭
I hope she wins this season!!!
This one brought me to tears.
I had goosebumps she totally Surprised them with her voice. My first thought was top Ten. I can't wait to see how well Julia will do I think she will go very far. She is going to knock their socks off with her vocals. I wish her all the best. That was Mind Blowing. I'm sure her loving parents seen her gift and embraced her God given talent and knew she just had to try out. It hurts not knowing who your birth parents are I'm sure but she was blessed with an Amazing Adopted Parents and family. Love & Your Gift of Music will get you through all those hard times in life Angel. Let it lift you up to higher ground. Your going places. I can feel it. 💕
This girl right here is my winner idc but ppl gotta vote and help her out plllzzzzzz
Here's my winner. Finally!!! Been waiting for one to completely blow me away!!
Unreal, natural talent..
Aretha is one of my all time greats but got to admit Lionel is right. She’s got a fantastic soul voice and that voice is brilliant. 😊
She will be this years iam!! Go get girl you deserve it. Wishing you the best.
I don't know why, but she reminds me of Kelly Clarkson. Wow! What a voice! I have a feeling about her... ❤️
Yesssss
Agreed
I rewatched this several times and also days later. This lady may go all the way