Who is Keegan James? 'American Idol' Season 22 contestant studied musical theatre at Marymount Manhattan College

Keegan James has released his own single on Spotify titled "Driven By Love"
PUBLISHED MAR 24, 2024
 'American Idol' Season 22 contestant Keegan James ( Instagram/@keeganjamess)
'American Idol' Season 22 contestant Keegan James ( Instagram/@keeganjamess)

ALBANY, NEW YORK: Keegan James is a contestant on 'American Idol' Season 22. 'American Idol' is a renowned singing competition TV series where aspiring vocalists vie for a coveted recording contract and industry acclaim.

The show returned to ABC with judges Katy Perry, Lionel Richie, and Luke Bryan, guiding contestants through auditions to find the next music star.

Keegan James, or Weegs, is a multi-talented artist, producer, and professional dance skater hailing from the Capital Region, NY. Notably, Keegan made a recent appearance on 'Watch What Happens Live with Andy Cohen' to represent his DiscOasis NY family proudly. He shared photos from the set, expressing his excitement about the upcoming episode.

Keegan thanked Bravo TV, DiscOasis, and the show's team for the opportunity and for making him feel welcome in the clubhouse.

Keegan James ( Instagram/@keeganjamess)
Keegan James made an appearance on 'Watch What Happens Live with Andy Cohen' to represent his DiscOasis NY family ( Instagram/@keeganjamess)

Keegan James studied musical theatre at Marymount Manhattan College

Keegan James took to Instagram and shared how he secured a spot in the BFA Musical Theater program at Marymount Manhattan College. Despite facing challenging weeks and nearly giving up, he expressed gratitude and pride in being accepted into the program for the fall of 2020. Keegan's exceptional talent earned him a $3000 Theater Award from the college.

In a candid reflection on his journey in 2023, Keegan described it as a "year of transcendence." Opening up to his Instagram followers, he shared that the year didn't unfold as he had hoped, and he encountered numerous challenges including heartbreak, anger, and a sense of feeling restricted.

After reflecting on his challenges in 2023, Keegan decided to take control. He bought a car and embarked on a journey. Along the way, he made memories, received support, and embraced new opportunities.

He emphasized the importance of staying true to oneself and not changing for others, highlighting the significance of self-acceptance and personal growth. Despite the challenges, he expressed gratitude for the love, abundance, and health in his life and looked forward to more positive experiences and continued empowerment.

Keegan James ( Instagram/@keeganjamess)
Keegan James made it into Marymount Manhattan College despite facing challenges ( Instagram/@keeganjamess)

'American Idol' Season 22 contestant says he 'sang and skated his heart out' with Ryan Seacrest during his auditions

'American Idol' Season 22 contestant Keegan James recently took to Instagram to express his excitement about his auditions on the show. He shared that he "sang and skated his heart out" alongside Ryan Seacrest during the auditions.

From the pictures, it's clear that Keegan and Ryan were having a great time, as they were captured laughing and dancing around in their skates. In one image, Ryan seemed a bit unsteady, adding a playful and lighthearted element to the moment.

Keegan expressed gratitude to Ryan Seacrest for defining what it means to have "good times" and shared photos from the auditions. In the caption, he encouraged his followers to tune in to watch passionate individuals sing and skate their hearts out on the upcoming episode.


 
 
 
 
 
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Keegan James posts his music covers on Instagram

Keegan James is actively engaged in sharing his musical talents with his followers on social media. Besides posting covers of popular songs, he has also ventured into writing and releasing his music.

Recently, he announced the release of his new single titled "Driven By Love," which is available on various streaming platforms like Spotify and Apple Music. The song delves into themes of FOMO (Fear Of Missing Out), determination, and the struggle of letting go of certain aspects of life.

Additionally, Keegan regularly performs in shows on Friday nights across New York City, ensuring to extend invitations to his followers to join and enjoy the music. His commitment to creating and sharing music reflects his passion for connecting with his audience through his artistry.


 
 
 
 
 
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You can catch new episodes of 'American Idol' Season 22 every Sunday at 8 pm ET on ABC. The latest episodes will be available to stream the next day on Hulu.

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