Jasmine Murray Bio | Wiki
Jasmine Murray (Full name: Jasmine Sharee Murray) is an American singer and beauty pageant titleholder from Starkville, Mississippi. When she was 16, she auditioned on the 8th season of American Idol and became the finalist where she placed 12th–13th alongside Jorge Núñez.
In 2007, Jasmine also competed in the Miss America’s Outstanding Teen pageant. On July 12, 2014, she was crowned Miss Mississippi 2014. Her time on the American Idol made her feel like she knew what she wanted to do with her life. Jasmine’s exposure on the show led to appearances on “The Ellen DeGeneres Show” and “Live with Regis and Kelly.”
Jasmine Murray Age
Jasmine was born on December 12, 1991, in Columbus, Mississippi, . She is
Jasmine Murray Height
She is a woman of average stature. Jasmine stands at a height of 5 ft 5 in (Approx. 1.65 m).
Jasmine Murray Siblings | Family
She was born in Columbus, Mississippi, but later moved to Starkville with her family. Jasmine is the daughter of Lisa and is the youngest of five children. Her mother’s first husband died of a brain aneurysm in 1978. Jasmine’s parents divorced when she was a toddler, and her father lives outside the state of Mississippi. Her mother suffered severe toxemia when pregnant with her which made her stay in the NICU for one month after birth. In addition, Jasmine has four older siblings.
Jasmine Murray Husband
Jasmine is a young beautiful woman who enjoys her life and career. She has, however, kept her love life away from the limelight. It is, therefore, not known whether she is married, dating, or single.
Jasmine Murray American Idol
When she was 16, she auditioned on the 8th season of American Idol in Jacksonville, Florida. Jasmine had traveled to Orlando, Florida to attend the 2008 Miss America’s Outstanding Teen pageant. She performed “Big Girls Don’t Cry” by Fergie. During Hollywood group night, Jasmine’s group “Team Diva”, sang “Mercy” by Duffy, but the rest of them were cut out.
Later, she performed “Love Song” by Sara Bareilles, but the judges were not impressed. Jasmine was originally eliminated in the second semi-final, however, was brought back for the wild card round and the judges chose her to join the Top 13. During the top 13 weeks, she performed “I’ll Be There” by The Jackson 5. She was one of the first two contestants to be eliminated in the finals along with Jorge Núñez.
Additionally, Jasmine was the second wild card finalist to be eliminated in the first episode of the finals. Following her elimination, American Idol’s African-American viewer ratings dropped by 28%. Jasmine was the only finalist in American Idol history to come from Mississippi. She was later joined by Skylar Laine in season 11, who was her favorite of that season.
Jasmine Murray Fearless
Jasmine’s first radio single, “Fearless,” focuses on the themes of not letting fear overtake someone during trials. In it, she declares:
“For I wasn’t given the spirit of fear, I was given the power of love. And everything I’ve been fighting against, I’m going to lift it up. I’m going to be fearless.”
Jasmine Murray Net Worth
She receives her income from her music and other projects. Therefore, she has amassed a great fortune over the years. Jasmine’s estimated net worth is $1.5 million.
Is Jasmine Murray Married
Jasmine has kept her love life away from the limelight. It is, therefore, not known whether she is married, dating, or single.
What Is Jasmine Murray Famous For
Jasmine is best known for being a finalist on American Idol 8 where she became the second Wild Card finalist to be eliminated in the first episode of the finals.