Who is Maddie Poppe? Everything You Need to Know

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Also Known As: Madeline Mae Poppe

Age: 26 Years, 26 Year Old Females

Family:

father: Trent Poppe

mother: Tonya Poppe

siblings: Emma Poppe, Hannah Poppe

Born Country: United States

Musicians Folk Singers

Height: 5'4" (163 cm), 5'4" Females

U.S. State: Iowa

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education: Iowa Central Community College, Hawkeye Community College

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What is Maddie Poppe's musical genre?

Maddie Poppe's musical genre is predominantly indie pop and folk-pop.
2

Where is Maddie Poppe from?

Maddie Poppe is from Clarksville, Iowa, United States.
3

Has Maddie Poppe released any albums?

Yes, Maddie Poppe has released her debut studio album titled "Whirlwind" in 2019.
4

What was Maddie Poppe's first single after winning American Idol?

Maddie Poppe's first single after winning American Idol was "Going Going Gone."
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Has Maddie Poppe performed on any major TV shows?

Yes, Maddie Poppe has performed on shows like The Ellen DeGeneres Show, Live with Kelly and Ryan, and Jimmy Kimmel Live!

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Childhood & Early Life

Maddie Poppe was born Madeline Mae Poppe on December 5, 1997, in Clarksville, Iowa, USA, to Trent and Tonya Poppe. She started singing at a young age and began performing in front of her classmates while attending middle school.

Being a guitarist himself, Poppe’s father Trent encouraged his daughter to perform alongside him for his band. One such song which they performed together was ‘Sweet Child o' Mine’ by American hard rock band ‘Guns N' Roses.’ She then showed off her skills in local talent shows and also performed at the ‘Butler County Fairgrounds’ in Allison, Iowa.

In early 2016, Poppe auditioned for a place in the singing competition series ‘The Voice’ where she sang ‘Dog Days Are Over’ by English indie rock band ‘Florence and the Machine.’ Unfortunately, she was not selected to perform in the show. The episode, in which she auditioned, was aired on February 29, 2016, on ‘NBC.’

In June 2016, she released her debut extended play (EP) ‘Songs from the Basement.’ In the same month, she also opened for the popular Christian country music band ‘Diamond Rio’ at the county fair in Iowa. In 2016, she graduated from ‘Clarksville High School.’

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Career

In 2017, Poppe’s father told her about the auditions being held for the 16th season of ‘American Idol.’ She then auditioned for the show in New York where she sang ‘Rainbow Connection’ from the 1979 musical comedy film ‘The Muppet Movie.’ After impressing the judges, she got into the show and began her journey in ‘American Idol.’

Poppe entered ‘Top 50’ and eventually became one of the top 24 contestants in the show. During one of the rounds, she performed a song titled ‘Bubbly’ alongside American singer-songwriter Colbie Marie Caillat. After entering ‘Top 14,’ she performed songs like ‘Homeward Bound’ and ‘Walk Like an Egyptian.’

Poppe eventually entered the show’s finale alongside fellow contestants Caleb Lee Hutchinson and Gabby Barrett. During the final, she performed her original song titled ‘Don't Ever Let Your Children Grow Up.’ She also performed ‘Landslide’ by British-American rock band ‘Fleetwood Mac.’ For her winner’s single, she sang ‘Going Going Gone,’ which was originally written by Julia Michaels, Lindy Robbins, and Mitch Allan.

Maddie Poppe was declared winner on the episode aired on May 21, 2018, on ‘ABC’ television network. Subsequently, she won ‘People's Choice Award’ under the category, ‘Competition Contestant of 2018.’ She also won ‘Favorite Reality TV Competition Contestant of 2018’ award at the ‘Talent Recap Fan Choice Awards.’ In 2018, she also released two non-album singles, namely ‘Keep On Movin' On’ and ‘Going Going Gone.’ Her song ‘Going Going Gone’ peaked at number 13 on the ‘Digital Songs’ chart in the US.

Poppe signed a deal with Disney’s record label ‘Hollywood Records’ which released Poppe’s first studio album ‘Whirlwind.’ Poppe appeared on the final episode of the seventeenth season of ‘American Idol’ to advertise her debut studio album. The fifth song on her album, ‘Made You Miss,’ went on to become a massive hit and peaked at number 30 on the ‘US Adult Pop’ chart. Apart from releasing her album in 2019, she also came up with two non-album singles, namely ‘Have Yourself A Merry Little Christmas’ and ‘Rockin' Around The Christmas Tree.’

After winning ‘American Idol,’ Poppe started appearing in many TV shows. In 2018, she was seen in several shows, including ‘Entertainment Tonight Canada,’ ‘Entertainment Tonight,’ ‘Live! with Kelly,’ ‘Good Morning America,’ and ‘Jimmy Kimmel Live!’ She also appeared in a TV movie titled ‘The Wonderful World of Disney: Magical Holiday Celebration.’ In 2019, she appeared in one of the episodes of the popular TV show ‘Celebrity Page.’

Apart from releasing singles and albums, Poppe also performs live. As part of her ‘American Idol Live’ tour, she performed in more than 44 cities across the United States. She then joined Luke Bryan for his ‘Farm Tour’ in Iowa. She has also headlined many shows, including a show at ‘Hotel Café’ in Los Angeles, California.

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Family & Personal Life

Maddie Poppe is close to her father Trent, who performed five songs with her in the final episode of the sixteenth season of ‘American Idol.’ Poppe’s sister is also a singer. She has performed alongside Poppe in many local talent shows.

During the final episode of ‘American Idol,’ which was aired on May 21, 2018, the show’s runner up Caleb Lee Hutchinson announced that he is dating Maddie Poppe. Hutchinson often appears on Poppe’s Instagram page.

Maddie Poppe is popular on social media. Her YouTube channel, which was created on July 19, 2010, houses popular music videos and a video series titled ‘An American Idol Story.’ Her channel has managed to collect more than nine million views.

She is also active on Instagram and Twitter, where she has more than 430,000 followers and over 95,000 followers, respectively. Her music can be found on platforms, such as Spotify, Apple Music, Amazon Music, and SoundCloud. Poppe has her own website, which she uses to update her fans about her tour dates and upcoming events.

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Facts About Maddie Poppe

Maddie Poppe is an avid collector of vinyl records and enjoys discovering hidden gems in record stores.

She has a talent for impersonating various singers, including Adele and Dolly Parton, and often entertains her friends with impromptu performances.

Maddie is passionate about animal rights and frequently volunteers at local animal shelters in her spare time.

She has a knack for baking and loves experimenting with unique flavor combinations to create delicious desserts.

Maddie is a self-proclaimed bookworm and can often be found immersed in a good novel, especially mystery or fantasy genres.

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What is Maddie Poppe's musical genre?

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