Is there anything more magical than a Disney Prince come to life? On the latest episode of American Idol, Braden Rumfelt didn’t just sing a song; he looked like he stepped right out of a fairytale. As the competition narrowed down to the Top 7, Braden proved that he has the charm, the looks, and the voice to go all the way to the finish line.
ForDisney Night, Braden chose a song that always pulls at the heartstrings: “Remember Me” from the beautiful movie Coco. This song is incredibly famous because it won an Academy Award for Best Original Song! In the movie, it is a “lullaby” written by a father for his daughter, about keeping love alive even when you are far apart. It is a soft, emotional ballad that has touched millions of people worldwide since its 2017 release.
Braden’s journey to the stage this week was a rollercoaster. During rehearsals with guest mentor Jennifer Hudson, Braden was actually quite nervous! He even struggled to remember the lyrics while practicing with her. Jennifer gave him some tough love, but thankfully, when it was time to perform for the cameras, Braden was perfect.
The judges were absolutely stunned by how well he handled the pressure. Carrie Underwood praised him for his amazing ability to get into “character” when he performs. She said it was “refreshing” to see someone connect so deeply with a song.
His fans were worried that, since he was the last performance of the night, people might not have enough time to vote for him and save him, but luckily, his powerful performance ensured he remained in the show!
Fans on social media couldn’t stop talking about his “Disney Prince” looks. Braden might have started the night feeling nervous, but he ended it as a true hero of the stage.
Do you think Braden has what it takes to win it all? One thing is for sure: after a performance like that, we will definitely “remember” him!