contestants

Name: Julia DeMato

Age: 23

From: Brookfield, CT

Occupation: Cosmetoligist

Next appearance: Julia will be performing amongst the first group of semi-finalists on February 4 at 8PM/7C.

Who is Julia's American Idol? She names her family as the one she idolizes, but also lists Justin Timberlake and Jennifer Lopez as her favourite solo artists.

Why does she want to be the next Idol? "I want to instill in people what the first American Idol did for me which is gave me confidence and drive to pursue my dream."

Favourite judge? "I cannot choose because they are all genuine in their own ways. I love them all."