"The fact that I got this is proof that everything is working out how it should," Jesse Findling said after he got a "yes" from all three judges ...

An American Idol contestant with a stutter wowed judges Luke Bryan, Lionel Richie, and Carrie Underwood with an emotional performance that earned him a standing ovation. In a sneak peek from the 24th ...

He’s one Strong Islander. “American Idol” auditions tend to be a nerve-racking experience for most contestants, exponentially so for Jesse Findling, since he’s stuttered his entire life. “I was under ...

Picture: Carly Simon Premiere of 'Charlie Wilson's War' at the Museum of Modern Art - Arrivals New York City, USA - 16.12.07 Carly Simon has revealed she grew up a stammering wreck, and she still ...

Viewers tune into singing competitions expecting big voices, but every so often a performance lands with a different kind of force. That is what happened when 19-year-old Jesse Findling, who lives ...

Being in the public eye also means being able to articulate your thoughts. Whether on stage, behind the camera or in front of the media: The be-all and end-all for stars is being able to express ...

Jesse Findling, a junior at Binghamton University, is heading to Hollywood after receiving a golden ticket during the season 24 premiere of “American Idol.” ...

All three judges gave him a "yes," meaning he's advancing to Hollywood week Jesse Findling isn't letting adversity stop him from chasing his dreams. During the Monday, Jan. 26 season premiere of ...

In a sneak peek from the 24th season, which premieres on Monday, January 26, 19-year-old college student Jesse Findling opened up about his lifelong stutter and revealed how singing became his escape.