Who is Jacob Moran? 'American Idol' Season 20 contestant was also seen in Season 17

Many of the contestants are coming back on the stage of 'American Idol' to grab the opportunity they missed in their previous attempt
Jacob Moran in 'American Idol' (YouTube)
Jacob Moran in 'American Idol' (YouTube)

ABC's 'American Idol' is getting more competitive as each episode passes by. Unfortunately, among all the 100 contestants, few are returning to try their luck and singing talent, which failed in their previous attempt. Jacob Moran had appeared in one of the earlier seasons but wasn't able to win the grand prize and title. This time he is undoubtedly going to impress everyone.

The show has the same trio of judges, including Katy Perry, Luke Bryan, and Lionel Richie. If you are curious to know more about Jacob Moran and why he didn't make it to Season 17 finale, then continue reading.

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Who is Jacob Moran?

Jacob Moran is a well-known singer, and he will be seen again on the stage of 'American Idol' Season 20. The contestant, in addition, is a registered nurse and a musician. Jacob gained a massive fan following and fame after appearing in 'American Idol' Season 17. Moran started his profession as a certified nurse as he was engaged in establishing his career in it. However, Jacob's dream and ultimate goal were to have his voice heard worldwide.



 

Jacob Moran appeared in 'American Idol' Season 17

After 'American Idol' Season 17 ended, a lot has changed. Moran spent 2020 working at Lansing Rheumatology in East Lansing as a nurse. He also made radical diet and lifestyle changes, shed 80 pounds, and became an avid runner. Jacob's last audition for 'American Idol' aired on ABC in 2019 when he performed in front of judges Luke Bryan, Katy Perry and Lionel Ritchie. Judges sent him through to Hollywood Week, but his first experience in the popular reality show ended there. While giving the audition in Season 17, Moran sang Ariana Grande's "Into You", for which Perry told Moran, "You have the best voice we've heard in all of Kentucky."



 

'American Idol' Season 20 airs every Sunday on ABC at 8 pm ET.

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