From the moment she stepped on the American Idol stage, Breanna Nix captured the hearts of both the judges and America. Her audition was a true family affair: her husband played the keyboard, and her son, Emerson, cozied up on Carrie Underwood’s lap, nearly falling asleep as Breanna sang “Jesus, Take the Wheel.” Her incredible voice and growing confidence have only made her a stronger contender as the competition continues.
Throughout her journey, Breanna has kept her family at the forefront. Recently, she dedicated a heartfelt performance to her husband that brought him to tears. Now, as she heads into the finale, Breanna is undeniably a top contender for the win. You can catch the start of her inspiring journey below!
Breanna Nix’s Disney-Inspired Performance
This week, the Top 5 contestants brought their best Disney-inspired performances to the stage for the second half of American Idol’s “Disney Week.” Breanna wowed everyone with her energetic and vocally challenging rendition of “This Will Be (An Everlasting Love).”
Despite the intense pressure of memorizing multiple songs for the competition, Breanna nailed the performance without missing a note. Carrie Underwood, recognizing the hard work behind the scenes, pointed out how much is happening beyond what the audience sees—back-to-back shows, constant rehearsals, and the nerves that come with the competition.
Though Breanna started off a bit nervous, she soon found her groove. The judges encouraged her to relax and have fun with her performances, and it’s clear that she’s doing just that.
A Love-Filled Ballad That Brought Tears
The second performance of the night was the one that truly touched hearts. Breanna sang “You’ll Be in My Heart” from Tarzan, a song originally written from a mother to her child. However, Breanna made it her own by dedicating it to her husband, whom she calls her best friend.
She shared that her wedding day was the best day of her life, feeling like a Disney princess in her own story. “My husband is my rock, and I want him to know that he will always be my number one,” she said before performing. As she sang, her husband couldn’t hold back the tears, clearly moved by her heartfelt dedication.
Breanna’s performances continue to shine, and with her heart on her sleeve, she’s making her way to the finale with a strong chance to win it all.
