Laine Hardy

Laine Hardy, the winner of American Idol's 17th season, seamlessly blends his Louisiana roots with a polished pop style. Born in Baton Rouge in 2000 and raised in Livingston, Hardy honed his musical skills as a guitarist in the local group the Band Hardy. After initially auditioning for American Idol at 17 and releasing his debut EP "In the Bayou," Hardy returned in 2019 to win the competition with a mix of country and pop classics, releasing his coronation single "Flame" soon after.