Quick Info
| Profession | Singer |
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| Nationality | American |
| Date of Birth | 15/04/2009 |
| Age | 17 years |
| Birthplace | Eagleville, Tennessee |
Latest News about Mattie Pruitt
Mattie Pruitt was eliminated from American Idol Season 23 during the Top 7 results episode. She had reached finalist status on the show after a run that included performances of songs by Jessie Murph, James Brown, Katy Perry, Janis Joplin, and Disney's Coco.
Mattie Pruitt was saved by the judges and advanced to the Top 7 on American Idol Season 23 after landing in the bottom two with Josh King. The judges used their save to keep her in the competition, sending King home instead.
Mattie Pruitt advanced to the Top 24 of American Idol Season 23 after impressing the judges with her audition on April 6, 2025. She became the youngest contestant on the season, showcasing her powerful voice and shy demeanor that caught the attention of judge Carrie Underwood.
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Bio/Wiki
| Religion | Christianity |
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Physical Stats & More
| Height | 5' 6" (167 cm) |
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| Weight | 57 kg |
| Eye Color | Lavender Grey |
| Hair Color | Light Brown |
Educational Qualification(s)
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Personal Life
| Marital Status | Unmarried |
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Family
| Father | Justin Shawn Pruitt (Owner at Middle Tennessee Traffic Management) |
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| Mother | Sara Lyle |
| Siblings | 12 siblings including Bella Pruitt, Ashton |
Career
| Debut | Began her journey as a contestant on American Idol Season 23 in 2025, showcasing her singing talent. |
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| Experience | Started sharing singing videos on social media platforms like Instagram and TikTok in 2023, performing at local venues to build her confidence. Plays guitar and piano. |
| Notable Performances | Impressed judges with her audition of 'How Could You' by Jessie Murph accompanied by Craig Campbell on piano and performed songs such as 'It's a Man's Man's Man's World' by James Brown, 'Wide Awake' by Katy Perry, 'Piece of My Heart' by Janis Joplin, and 'Remember Me' from Disney's Coco during the American Idol competition. Reached finalist status on American Idol Season 23, advancing to the Top 7. |
| Social Media Presence | Her TikTok covers have garnered significant viewership: 'Lose Control' by Teddy Swims (3.5 million views), 'Vienna' by Billy Joel (1.8 million views), 'I See Red' by Everybody Loves an Outlaw (3.5 million views), and 'Rise Up' by Andra Day (1.7 million views). |
Favourites
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| Preference | Enjoys both classic and modern music. |
Social Media
Some Lesser Known Facts
| 1. Grew up in Eagleville, Tennessee, where her parents nurtured her musical talent. | |
| 2. Was once very shy about performing in front of others and received positive feedback after singing the national anthem at events. | |
| 3. Her mother had previously auditioned for American Idol while pregnant with Mattie. | |
| 4. Became a popular figure after auditioning for American Idol and was noted for her shy demeanor by judge Carrie Underwood. | |
| 5. Likes to travel to distant places during her leisure time. | |
| 6. Still attends local high school in Tennessee while pursuing her music career. |