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Danny Gokey

Danny Gokey (born April 24, 1980) is an American singer and church music director from Milwaukee, Wisconsin, and a finalist on the eighth season of American Idol.[1] Gokey is 28 years old and works as the praise and worship music director at two Faith Builders International Ministries churches in Wisconsin (Beloit and Milwaukee).[2] He also travels back and forth to Nashville where he records music and works on the foundation, Sophia's Heart Foundation, he set up in his wife's name.[3]

As of 18 February 2009, Gokey is in the top 12 of the eighth season of American Idol.

Audition process

Gokey auditioned in Kansas City, Missouri along with his best friend Jamar Rogers. He made it through Hollywood rounds along with Rogers. Rogers was eliminated before making it in the top 36. Four weeks before he auditioned, his wife, Sophia, diagnosed with a congenital heart disease, passed away. His wife had motivated him to try out before she died.

Performances and results (during voting weeks)

Week # Theme Song choice Original artist Result
Top 36/Semi-Final 1 Billboard Hot 100 Hits to Date "Hero" Mariah Carey Advanced
Top 12 TBA TBA TBA TBA


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