Katharine Hope McPhee is an American singer-songwriter and actress. In May 2006, she was the runner-up on the fifth season of American Idol.
McPhee in 2024
McPhee performing in 2010
McPhee at the 2013 Golden Globe Awards
McPhee at the 2016 San Diego Comic Con International
The fifth season of American Idol began on January 17, 2006, and concluded on May 24, 2006. Paula Abdul, Simon Cowell, and Randy Jackson returned as judges, while Ryan Seacrest returned as host. Taylor Hicks was named the winner, while Katharine McPhee was the runner-up. 18 contestants got record deals – nine of them with major labels.
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