‘I Seriously Have No Words’—Breanna Nix Advances to ‘American Idol’ Final 3 Despite Receiving Criticism for Outspoken Faith

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Breanna Nix performing on 'American Idol.' Screengrab via Instagram / breannanixmusic

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“American Idol” host Ryan Seacrest announced that Breanna Nix is one of top three finalists during Monday night’s (May 12) Season 23 live show on ABC.

Following her performances of “This Will Be (An Everlasting Love)” and “You’ll Be in My Heart,” the 25-year-old stay-at-home mom received enough fan votes to join “American Idol” contestants Jamal Roberts and John Foster to compete in Sunday’s finale.

“I seriously have no words…I’m just so overwhelmed with gratitude 😭😭,” Nix posted on Instagram. “This has been the most insane, amazing experience of my life. I’ve pushed myself in ways I didn’t even know I could, and to be in the TOP 3 because of YOUR votes?? That blows my mind. Thank you for believing in me. ❤️😭🙏🏼 Denton…I’m coming home!!! Let’s GO!!!”

RELATED: Breanna Nix Tells ‘American Idol’ Mentor Fantasia She Has Dealt With Internet ‘Hate’ From Being a Christian

“Next step: WINNING!!!🥇,” “American Idol” alum and Christian singer Danny Gokey wrote on Nix’s timeline.

Nix, who is from Denton, Texas, will be celebrated in a hometown parade this Wednesday (May 14). Later that night, Nix will perform a free concert outside the Discover Denton Visitor Center.

Throughout her time on this season of “American Idol,” Nix has performed songs by Christian artists, including “Gratitude” by Brandon Lake, “You Say” and “Still Rolling Stones” by Lauren Daigle,” and “Tell Your Heart to Beat Again” by Danny Gokey.

RELATED: Jelly Roll Calls Brandon Lake While ‘American Idol’ Contestants Sing ‘Gratitude’

Last month, Nix opened up to “American Idol” Season 3 winner Fantasia regarding criticism she’s received on social media for being outspoken about her faith in Jesus.

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Jesse T. Jackson
Jesse is the Senior Content Editor for ChurchLeaders and Site Manager for ChristianNewsNow. An undeserving husband to a beautiful wife, and a father to 4 beautiful children. He is currently a church elder in training, a growth group leader, and is a member of University Baptist Church in Beavercreek, Ohio. Follow him on twitter here (https://twitter.com/jessetjackson). Accredited member of the Evangelical Press Association.

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