Life Beyond ‘American Idol’: Katharine McPhee’s Evolution from Idol Runner-Up to Broadway Star and TV Actress
When Katharine McPhee first stepped onto the stage of American Idol in 2006, the world saw a gifted young vocalist with striking charisma and a powerhouse voice. Though she ultimately finished as the runner-up in Season 5, losing to Taylor Hicks, McPhee’s talent and star power were undeniable. For many reality TV contestants, that moment …