Australian Idol has a history of being a star-making TV show, with many of its contestants going on to stellar careers in the music industry.
Think Guy Sebastian, Ricki-Lee Coulter, Jessica Mauboy, Shannon Noll, Stan Walker, Casey Donovan and Anthony Callea — and the list goes on.
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This year’s winner, Dylan Wright, was a huge crowd favourite, as was last year’s winner Royston Sagigi-Baira.
So, what have this year’s Top 12 Australian Idol stars been up to since the much-loved show aired on Channel 7 and 7plus?
Quite a lot, as it turns out!
Just two months after the spectacular finale, the Top 12 have been living the superstar life and achieving huge milestones.
Here’s a rundown of what your Top 12 Idol favourites have been up to — proving that Australian Idol really does deliver on dreams.
Winner — Dylan Wright
Popular winner Dylan Wright has already had his first sold-out show, is recording new music and will be going on tour in September, performing in Melbourne, Adelaide, Sydney and Brisbane.
Dylan has been sharing his post-Idol journey with his fans on social media, showing glimpses into the new music he’s been making ahead of his tour.
“Life lately has been a whole lot of writing and recording,” he wrote.
Early last month he shared a photo of himself performing on stage.
“Never thought that I would be up in lights in front of everyone,” he wrote.
Follow Dylan for more updates here.
Runner-up — Amy Reeves
Talented Broome singer Amy is already recording new music with award-winning producer Billy Davis.
She will be opening for Sarah G and Bamboo in August.
“Over the past month, I’ve poured my heart and soul into songwriting, and for the first time ever, I feel confident enough to share my original music with you all,” she wrote last month, announcing she would be performing at the Sunset Sounds Music Festival in her hometown of Broome in September.
“How amazing is personal growth!?! AH!!!”
“She’s coming home 🐣💛.”
In a separate post showing her in a recording booth, she wrote: “Been a busy lil bee.”
“Heart so full creating with so many wonderful people as of late,” she added.
“Feeling very very lucky.”
Follow for more updates here.
Denvah Baker-Moller
Rockhampton country queen Denvah has been performing on some of country music’s biggest stages and festivals around Australia since appearing on Idol.
She’s also been writing new music and sharing it via Instagram video with her fans.
Follow her for more updates here.
Isaac McCallum
This supermarket worker from the NSW South Coast won hearts with his raw talent and gritty backstory.
He’s now supporting Conrad Sewell on tour.
“Hey all just jumping on to say a massive shoutout to @conradofficial and his band for giving me the opportunity on Sat night to open up for them at the Marlin Hotel,” he wrote on Instagram after a gig in Ulladulla.
“I loved every minute of it, and a big thank you to all of my friends, family and fans for coming along and being a part of the show!!
“I couldn’t do it without you all, until next time stay tuned.”
Follow him for more updates here.
Tyler Hammill
This surfer from the Sunshine Coast is hitting the road for a national tour with his band Nana’s Pie.
Click here for tour dates and tickets.
Ivana Ilic
Powerhouse vocalist Ivana has been making numerous TV appearances, including the Good Friday Appeal.
She is in the recording studio preparing to drop her new single.
You can see a teaser here.
Follow her for more updates here.
Ripley Alexander
Heartthrob-in-the-making Ripley wowed with his iconic rendition of Mamma Mia — and his recorded version of it releases Friday, May 31.
Pre-save Mammia Mia now here.
Follow for more updates here.
Drea Onamade
Perth singer-songwriter Drea is dropping her new single in June and was recently nominated for two Western Australian Music Song of the Year Awards.
Follow her here for more updates.
Trent Richardson
This farmer sang in front of an audience for the first time on Australian Idol — and now he’s performing to thousands at the GABBA ahead of NRL matches and recording new music.
Follow him for more updates here.
Imogen Spendlove
Factory worker Imogen made Marcia Hines cry — and now she is working on new music for release in the next few months.
Follow her here for more updates.
TJ
This Karratha-based hip-hop artist has been in the studio finishing his album, due for release soon.
Follow him here for more updates.
Kiani Smith
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The Bribie Island teenager is performing at numerous events and gigs around Queensland.
Following her stint on the show, Kiani was approached by Hollywood agents to pursue potential opportunities in the US.
Watch this space!
Follow her here for more updates.
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