In a recent exclusive interview with DailyMail.com. American Idol winner Iam Tongi addressed the rigging scandal surrounding his victory and shared his thoughts on the controversy surrounding judge Katy Perry. The American Idol Winner attributed his ability to handle criticism to the advice given by his late father, Rodney Tongi, who prepared him for potential backlash upon entering the spotlight. …
In an emotional finale of the 21st season of American Idol, the crown was bestowed upon Iam Tongi, an 18-year-old high school senior hailing from Hawaii. Tongi's audition for American Idol was not just another performance but a tribute to his late father, who was instrumental in igniting his passion for music. Throughout his journey, Tongi shared candid glimpses of …
An 18-year-old high school student from Kahuku, Hawaii, was crowned the winner of “American Idol” on Sunday during a moving season finale. Iam Tongi claimed the Season 21 title following an impressive, emotional run dedicated to his father, Rodney, who died a few months before Iam’s “American Idol” audition. After he was named champion, Tongi delivered a joyous, celebratory performance …
Iam Tongi enjoyed a homecoming as the Hawaii native sang in front of family and friends on Sunday's episode of American Idol that featured Top 26 performances. Hawaii native: Iam Tongi enjoyed a homecoming as the Hawaii native sang in front of family and friends on Sunday's episode of American Idol that featured Top 26 performances 'I always dreamed about …