Julia Gagnon: Found Her Birth Mother & Is Singing To Make Her Proud - American Idol 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.
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!
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
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…
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.
I love how Luke didn’t forget the adoptive momma at the end too… I’m sure she’s doing it for both of her wonderful mothers in different ways 🥰 so amazing.
That's what i thought, but it would be better if she also say that she's doing it also for her adoptive parents or family! Come on!
@@maria53223I think she said she was doing it for her birth mother because she encouraged her to try out.
I agree @kenzi and @maria. Kudos to the adoptive parents who have been supportive and has shown unconditional love.
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
😂😂
This was literally the best audition this show’s ever seen.
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.
Saved the best for last. She sang the house DOWN. I did not expect the mastery, dynamics, power, deep well of emotion. Wow! Congrats, moms. Phenomenal - So You Wanna Be A Singer
She was great, but I felt like she needed better control of her vibrato, especially in the beginning
outstanding voice...simply beautiful...
Guatemala is dangerous territory. Travel Advisory! Wouldn't go there if I were her. Send for Mom when funds are available, which should be soon, bcz that girl can sing!
Exactly
Jordan Anthony is the best
WOW!!! This was an idol moment ... Julia sang with such soul and power that it felt like Aretha herself was there on that stage ... EXCELLENT audition
Yeah, an idol moment, def!
She really did
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.
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
❤❤❤🎉🎉🎉
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.
When Lionel said “did that come out of your mouth” LIKE NOOO THAT CAME STRAIGHT FROM THE SOUL
Guatemalan 🇬🇹 living in Bc Canada 🇨🇦 . HUGE FAN LETS GOO!!!!
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 came here specifically for this voice. I wanted to replay this over and over. Her voice had me in tears. Every emotion needed to convey the message in that song was nailed. Her rendition will always be a fav. Wishing her so much joy and success
Yes 😢😢
I played it over and over too!
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.
Everybody vote for her, please she needs us 🙏
The beauty of her tone, her soul, she is everything. I hope she wins.
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!
wow wow , I NEVER heard a Guatemalan singer as great as you Julia. You make our country proud
im adopted from guatemala myself and this made me emotional. i’ve always wanted to be on american idol but its a long lost dream. this made me cry. so happy for her. thank u for posting.
Why should it be a long lost dream? You have an artist name, for sure! Mya Noel? Powerful and beautiful! Maybe it was meant to be known, just saying...
Go for it girl! God bless you. 🙏
@Myanoel0 Nothing is long lost. A dream Is In your heart for a reason. You never know!
@@jadeb2852 Absolutely!
that audition reduced me to tears and it had nothing to do with the back story. she is totally amazing. hope the people get behind her on this journey
HOLY VOCALS!! She is everything.
When your body reacts you know its Gold
Guatemala presente apoyando bravo 🇬🇹🇬🇹👏👏👏
The way she sang ‘you’ was just incredible. The control! The way she dialled it down and made it delicate. Beautiful!
THIIIIIIIIIIIIIS!!! I was how’d she do that!????!!
Clearly the winner this year. The story. The social media appeal. The attack. Her demeanour and oh my god, her voice! This season’s looking pretty good!
I think this girl is so naturally beautiful 😍
This audition and the Huntergirl auditions are the only 2 auditions ever that I replayed over and over and over. And these two young ladies are extremely natural talent. Love them❤ I have to be up at 5 am for work, but I am not going to bed until I hear Julia's performance tonight.😁
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
Someone please get this girl’s birth mama on a plane to Hollywood. They deserve to be with each other!
Yes, that's a sentimental thought but I'm not sure that's fair to the adoptive parents for her to come back into their lives. Her adoptive parents have been very generous so far but they raised her and shouldn't have to share her if that's how it turns out. They did all the work, gave her love and a good life and I just think it might be awkward for her biological mother to walk in at this point.
If only it were that easy. No way that she would ever be given a visa by the US Government.
@@edemontfort9482its very natural to one's existence for them to question where they came from without having any disrespect to her adoptive mother whatever. When a parent chooses to adopt they take on the challenges thay come with this. Birth mom knew this day would come.
AMEN
Guatemala is a country with extreme poverty. There are many people who go help Guatemala 🇬🇹 and I thank them for what they do. We cant judge what we have not seen
Dang what a voice, she's already a winner to me
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
My favorite audition by far my winner pick right here ❤️❤️❤️
Yeah, it would be really disappointing if she wasn't at least top 3
Just has to pick legendary songs like these, she'll win for sure. Force to be reckoned with@@EdwardsNH
@@EdwardsNHI totally agree!
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 ❤
The thing about this song is, it is pure soul. You can’t act and get by on this song, it’s either you got it, or you don’t. Julia, you have it and ARE PLENTY, so much so, there is no one like you. My family is praying for your heart to find inner peace, not money or fame. To Mr. Lionel when he said “did that come out of your mouth?!” No sir, straight from her soul. To Mrs. Sarah and Meg I hope you feel so proud! ❤
She DEFINITELY deserved the platinum ticket!!!
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. !! 🫶🎶🎤
Guatemala presente y apoyándote 🇬🇹 🙌🏻
I HAD GOOSEBUMPS FROM THE SECOND SHE STARTED SINGING!! IF SHE’S NOT THE WINNER I WILL BE SHOCKED.. ❤️❤️
That faded out falsetto is next level singing. ❤ Stunning beyond borders.
I think we have a winner👏🏽👏🏽
Agree
LUKE... LUKE... that is such a BRILLIANT follow up "what is your adapted mother's name?". God bless you! #crying here
"Which one"😭 with a smile she's so Pure and Wonderful ❤️
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!
Did I just watch this 3 times in a row? yes. yes I did.
Me too❤❤❤
Aint no way! I did as well 😊
I'm on my second day of watching (listening really) 3 times in a row
Yup we are all rewatching this video over and over!!
I’m on my 5th time
She’ll be The Next American Idol🙏🏼💜
Stunning! It ain't no way to lose that competition!
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
Firstly, I've heard quality performances from numerous contestants; however, I've never heard such an amazing voice, perfect control & presentation as this young lady, Julia Gagnon. Having been around music my whole life, I would repeat what Lionel Richie said. Certain singers classical songs you don't touch, but Aretha Franklin would be pleased to hear how Julia not only did it justice, but made it her own. She is a winner & should be in a recording studio!! 🎧🎶♥️💛💚🎶
I must admit, she brought lots of tears to my eyes listening to the delivery of the song.🤫❣️
I don't usually cry but this hit me hard. She's talent overload. Just Wow
Goosebumps!!! Families are formed in all different ways, and the children you're supposed to have find their way you. Girl, you are right where you are supposed to be.
My Maine sister tore the house down ❤🎉❤ one momma gave her a voice & the other gave her confidence & will!!
She had me all in the feels. I cried…just beautiful. She has a beautiful story. ❤️❤️❤️
I cried too‼️💕💕💕
She is absolutely incredible
Sometimes, when one is surfing thru KZhead, find amazing things....but this overwhelms me. I am from Guatemala and I am really greeted and pleased to see one of my people with a life in US and also singing like one of the great voices of the music. Well done my child, you deserve a bright future.
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 !!
Making us Mainers proud - what a gift of a voice 🩷
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.
After top 24 i had to see her audition… she has potential to even be top 3! With that range…
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's a powerhouse, that was incredible.
Oh WOW! I wasn't really feeling this season until I heard Julia sing. This young lady is seriously gifted! Now I have to watch the rest of this season because she feels like the winner! Hopefully Julia will pick the right songs to showcase her talent best. Either way, this young lady is a STAR in the making! Rooting for Julia to win ❤
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! ♥️
Can I hit the Like Button twice? Julia Gagnon is fabulous!
That last girl was SO VERY GOOD and she is so humble too she will be in the top 10 🤩
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.
Nothing like saving the Best for last, Great Job
She is why I still watch this show. Hoping her ALL the BEST!!!!!
Seriously... Chills from 3 seconds in and tears half way through. Get it girl! Beautiful job❤
You can tell that Lionel cannot express even half of the feels going through him.. so overwhelmingly layered and beautiful performance ❤️ One of the auditions you wish you could hear for the first time again.. can't wait to hear her in other songs ❤️
Absolutely incredible. Even if she does not win she will be signed.
I really appreciate the judges showing both her birth mom and her adopted mom honor.
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.
I usually don’t take the time to comment, but that audition was absolutely amazing! Julia, I feel it in my heart that you’re going to go really far in life.
beyond reason...how a little adopted girl comes to us with so much God given talent. That was simply remarkable. I wish her all the best for this competition.
Hermoso 😢❤
WHAAAAAAAAAT, she was the best of all the auditions, I hope she wins🥹
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.❤
Beautiful, blessings to her adoptive parents for raising a beautiful deep lovely lady
How many times you watch this? me: Yes! Breathless, made me fall in tears, Julia you are amazing!!!
Wow amazing voice! Birth mom should be very proud of this talent. Her real parents raised an amazing young woman. ❤
What a powerful voice,she so amazing,she deserve to go all the way, outstanding talent
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.
I’m crying but so happy for her,she must win this season
I'm speechless. What a voice! Rooting for her to go all the way!
This young lady by far is the winner . She is amazing ❤❤❤❤❤❤❤❤❤
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!
Wowza!!! Her vocals are amazing! Gave me goosebumps! This girl can sing😁
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
I've been bullied too, and honestly the hard times shaped me into who I am today! Beautiful voice!
Everything about this audition is amazing. especially when Luke, so inspired, remembered and acknowledged her adopted mother! One of my favorite auditions!
Julia will win this Year American idol 2024
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.
She brought tears to my eyes. Very moving.
The confidence in her face right before she starting singing, you just new it was going to be special.
Hermosa voz, Guatemala está orgullosa de ti 🇦🇷💙
🇬🇹🇬🇹**
She deserves a silver platinum