Now that he has completed his run on American Idol season 10 it's appropriate to have a Paul McDonald bio complete with photos and videos of the now former American Idol contestant. If you are looking to know Paul McDonald better and view pics of him this is the time.
Paul McDonald is a singer, songwriter from Alabama who finished in 8th position in American Idol Season 10. Paul McDonald was born on August 29, 1984 in Auburn-Opelika, Alabama. Until he joined the cast of American Idol season 10 he was the lead singer for The Grand Magnolias, formerly known as Hightide Blues. The other band members are Jonathan Pears, Phillip Gayle and Scott Rollins. Paul now lives in Nashville, Tennessee. He released a total of three albums with his ex-band mates. Paul has a sister named Beth McDonald.
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| Paul McDonald suit with roses |
Paul auditioned in Nashville Tennessee so did Lauren Alaina. Paul is often described as a blue-eyed scruffy crooner with a mouth full of perfect pearly white teeth which can be seen not only on screen but also in pictures of him. American Idol viewers will also remember Paul for the $4500 rhinestone suit he wore for the top 12 guys performance. As the competition went on, Paul was known for his signature dance, the "McDonald Two-Step" and the fact that he starts his performances by asking the crowd how they're doin'. He is one quirky fellow that is for sure.
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| Paul McDonald The Grand Magnolias concert |
Paul attended Auburn University where he studied biomedical sciences he was planning to become a dentist but ended up going on the road with his band instead.
In a candid interview Paul have said that he's terrible actor and he can't take scary movies. In spite of the fact that he does not watch Twilight, Paul was spotted by actress Nikki Reed who approached him at a Red Riding Hood Hollywood premiere. At that time Paul had no idea who she was.
Watch the video of Paul McDonald's audition below, he is singing "Tutti Frutti" and "Maggie May" by Little Richard and Rod Stewart.
The first time Paul McDonald was in the bottom three was during the top 9 week when he sang "Rocket Man" from Elton John. The second time Paul was in the bottom three was on April 13, 2011 and that is the night he was sent home. Jennifer Lopez requested that he sang Maggie May as is goodbye song.
Paul was sent home at a point in the competition where Haley Reinhart, Stefano Langone and he were seen as the remaining underdogs. Of all the contestants left they are the ones who get the most negative feedback from the web. To make matters worse, Haley is often also the only person on the receiving end of negative criticism from the judges as well.
The week he was eliminated Paul sang Bob Seger's "Old Time Rock 'N' Roll". He was joined on the stage by a blonde female saxophone player named Mind Abair. On that night Paul wore a black suit covered with red roses.
Did you know that Paul’s full legal name is William Paul McDonald?
The Stefano Langone curse
What do Casey Abrams, Pia Toscano and Paul McDonald have in common? Besides being finalist on American Idol season 10? They were all in the bottom two with Stefano Langone and all three ended up technically eliminated though Casey was saved by the judges. Some people are calling this the Stefano curse…
Bloggers who are also Paul McDonald fans are blaming his elimination partly on the fact that he received bad advice on the song he should sing. The fact is, the other contestants who decided to go against the advice they received and sing a song of their choice were all safe and did not even end up in the bottom three. Paul should have known that this song was not the best choice for him. The other reason is the fact that he sang first in what is called the kiss of death spot. Singing first is never in your favor.
Matt Giraud, from American Idol season 8 is a fan of Paul McDonald.
Photo credits: Fox
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