Iam Tongi Wiki | Age 2023 and father

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Iam Tongi is an American singer who gained media hype after winning the 21st season of American Idol. Tongi became the first Hawaiian-born Pacific Islander to win American Idol. Tongi’s single I’ll Be Seeing You made him famous in the singing world. He is a singer of songs like Dream, Trust Me, Efafi and Gone. He even earned the title of one of the first non-country singers to win the show.

The Early Life of Iam Tongi

Iam Tongi opened his eyes for the first time September 1, 2004. Tongi is a resident of Kahuku, Hawaii, USA. As of now, Tongi is 19 years old. Tongi cuts his birthday cake on September 1 and his birth sign is Virgo. His full name is William Iam Tongi. Tongi’s parents are Rodney dude (father and Lillie N Rodney Tongi (mother). His father was also a musician.

He spent his early life with his four siblings, Cassandra Alvina Tongi Mortensen, Jennifer Tongi, Lerod Tongi, And Sitaleki Tongi. Iam holds US citizenship and he belongs to mixed (Tongan, Samoan and Irish) descent.

Caption: Iam Tongi’s photo with his father and sister (Source: Worldwide Tours)

Iam follows the Christian religion. Tongi joined Kahuku High & Intermediate School. He is currently studying as a final year student Decatur High School in Washington State. His school also wished him good luck through their Facebook page:

“Go I am! You have Gator support behind you and we couldn’t be more proud of you sharing your gift with the world! Yitadee!”

Iam Tongi is a single man

Tongi is single and only 19 years old. As of now, Tongi is focusing on his singing career instead of getting involved in rumors and controversies.

Caption: Iam Tongi with his competitors (Source: E! Online)

Iam Tongi’s Net Worth and Salary

Tongi has an estimated net worth of $800,000 from 2023. This is the result of his career as an American singer. He won $250,000 in prize money after winning the 21st season of American Idol.

Caption: Iam Tongi in front of his house (Source: Country Now)

Katy Perry reacts to Ian Tongi’s victory

Katy responded with happiness and joy, she said:

“Can I say one thing? I had to grab a tissue and fold it into a triangle to sit between you and Megan [Danielle] because every time you sing, the vibration that comes out of your mouth weeds people’s souls and just touches them. It touches us so deeply. Consequently, when you sing, I’m ready to feel, honey.

She further added:

“I definitely see authentic talent, a huge heart and I see someone born for this,”

Iam Tongi’s singing career

Tongi released his solo single called Bye.
Tongi was only in fifth grade when he started taking ukulele sessions from his teacher.
After some time, he became an accomplished guitarist and ukulele.
He auditioned for the 21st season of American Idol in February 2023.
Tongi sang James Blunt‘s song, Samples as a tribute to his father, during his American Idol audition.
In 2020, he released his song titled, To dream and the inspiration for the song came from his sister’s love story.
He has also written folk-indie love songs.

Caption: Iam Tongi poses on the cover of the magazine (Source: Country Now)

Tongi was able to perform in front of the superstar jury Luke Bryan, Lionel Richie, And Katy Perry.
He said he likes to mix country, alternative and island genres for one song in October 2022.
He became one of the 55th contestants selected in the second round of auditions and sang Simon & Garfunkel’s, The sound of silence.
In the last episode he sang Bye and won the show against fellow competitors Megan Danielle And Colin Stough on May 21, 2023.

Songs

Tongi’s popular songs are Dream, Trust Me, Efafi and Gone. He also sang songs like I see you, the sound of silence, and so forth.

Frequently asked questions of Iam Tongi

What happened to Iam Tongi’s father?

Tongi’s father left this universe due to stage 4 kidney disease on December 28, 2021. When auditioning for the 21st season of American Idol, he sang James Blunt’s song, Monsters, as a tribute to his father.

Did Iam Tongi make it?

Yes, I made it and became the winner of the 21st season of American Idol. He won the final against Megan Danielle and Colin Stough.

How tall is Iam Tongi?

Tongi has a high height of 5 feet 7 inches and weighs 104kg. Iam has an enchanting pair of black colored eyes and his hair is also black in color.

Does Iam Tongi have an album?

No, he doesn’t have an album. Tongi will release his album three months after winning the show.

Is Iam Tongi related to Israel Kamakawiwo’ole?

No, Tongi is not related to Israel Kamakawiwo’ole. Both are singers by profession. Tongi only sounds like Kamakawiwo’ole when singing.

Did Luke Bryan and Lionel Richie cry during his audition?

Yes, Luke and Richie cried during his audition. The way Iam sang the song, Monster dedicated to his late father, also made Katy Perry emotional. Richie commented on him saying:

“I wasn’t worried if you’d make it to the song. I was worried if we would make it to the song.”