Nick Fradiani is Declared the Season 14 Winner of ‘American Idol’
The 30-year-old musician from Connecticut beat out his fellow finalist Clark Beckham for the title and a recording contract. The finale ended with Fradiani performing his coronation song “Beautiful Life.”
Fox’s American Idol, which is hosted by Ryan Seacrest, featured Harry Connick Jr., Jennifer Lopez and Keith Urban as judges for this edition. The singing competition series is to end with its upcoming 15th season.