Before winning American Idol, Sam was making a living busking in the New York City subways. They revealed in 2023 that they ...

Samantha “Just Sam” Diaz is going to be a mom! The American Idol Season 18 winner, 26, announced on July 16 that they were pregnant, sharing a photo of positive pregnancy tests alongside a sonogram ...

Former New York City subway singer Just Sam, born Samantha Diaz, was crowned the winner of "American Idol" 2020. Because she's been living alone in L.A., she got the news on Sunday while standing ...

'American Idol' Winner Reveals Next Career Move Around Independence Day first appeared on Parade on Jun 30, 2025 This story was originally reported by Parade on Jun 30, 2025, where it first appeared.

HARLEM, New York -- Just Sam has emerged as a favorite contestant in this season's American Idol, and Sunday night, she earned a spot the top 7! Now she's hoping for a spot in next Sunday's Grand ...