Benson Boone

Benson James Boone (born June 25, 2002) is an American singer. Born and raised in Monroe, Washington, he began his music career when he filled in for a friend at a talent show. Boone appeared on ''American Idol'' in early 2021, where he briefly competed before withdrawing voluntarily. He continued to gain popularity on TikTok and subsequently signed a contract with Night Street Records.

Boone's debut single, "Ghost Town", was released in October 2021 and charted in 16 countries. Boone has since released multiple successful singles, including " In the Stars" (April 2022) and " Beautiful Things" (January 2024), the latter topping the charts in the United Kingdom, Australia, Canada, Norway, France, Germany, Ireland and New Zealand. It also became his first song to enter the top five on the U.S. ''Billboard'' Hot 100, reaching number two. His debut studio album, '' Fireworks & Rollerblades'', was released in April 2024.

Early life and education

Benson James Boone was born in Monroe, Washington, to Kerry and Nate Boone. He grew up with four sisters, Kaylee, Natalee, Emma, and Claire. Boone attended Monroe High School and was a member of the school's competitive diving team as well as the tennis team coached by Bret Ingham. He graduated from the school in 2020. Boone briefly attended Brigham Young University–Idaho, a private college in Rexburg, Idaho, owned and operated by the Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints (LDS Church). He studied for one semester before pausing his studies to focus on music.

Boone discovered his musical talent when a friend asked him to play the piano and sing in their high school's battle of the bands during his junior year. He had previously had no experience as a vocalist.

Career

Boone drew early musical inspiration from attending a Jon Bellion concert, after which he began taking singing seriously. On a friend's recommendation, he began posting singing videos to TikTok and auditioned for season 19 of ''American Idol'' in early 2021. Boone was invited in advance to the show's Hollywood Week, but he withdrew from the competition just after winning a place in the Top 24 to focus on his career instead. His Hollywood Week performances were not televised.

Boone began sharing snippets of his original music on TikTok, where he amassed 1.7 million followers prior to the release of his first single. He caught the attention of Imagine Dragons frontman Dan Reynolds, who signed Boone to his record label Night Street Records in partnership with Warner Records. They announced the deal on October 15, 2021, with the release of Boone's first single, "Ghost Town". Boone played drums, guitar, and piano on the recording, in addition to designing the artwork for the single. Boone performed the song on ''The Ellen DeGeneres Show'', ''The Kelly Clarkson Show'', and ''Late Night with Seth Meyers'' in the United States; it later charted in 14 countries, including the ''Billboard'' Hot 100 in the U.S.

Boone released his second single, "Room for 2", on February 18, 2022. In May 2024, Taylor Swift announced on social media that Boone was one of three artists opening for the London shows of her Eras Tour at Wembley Stadium, alongside Paramore. Boone opened for Swift's June 23 show, with Mette and Griff opening for the June 21 and 22 shows, respectively.

Boone played two shows at Coachella 2025, notably covering "Bohemian Rhapsody". In his first show, he featured Queen guitarist Brian May. Also at Coachella, he announced his second album, '' American Heart'', set to release on June 20. He is supporting the album by embarking on the "American Heart Tour" across North America in August, September, and October 2025.

Personal life

Although Boone was raised a member of the LDS Church, he no longer identifies as a church member. He still follows some of the church's values, such as abstaining from using drugs and alcohol, but because of personal preference rather than religion.

As of 2023, he lives in Los Angeles. Since 2024, he has been dating model, actress, and influencer Maggie Thurmon.

Discography

Studio albums

Extended plays

Singles

Other charted songs

Music videos

Tours

Headlining

* Pulse Tour (2023)
* Fireworks & Rollerblades World Tour (2024–2025)
* American Heart World Tour (2025)

Opening act

* Imagine Dragons - Mercury World Tour (2023)
* Taylor Swift – The Eras Tour (2024)

Awards and nominations

Notes

References

External links

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2002 births
21st-century American male singers
21st-century American singer-songwriters
American Idol participants
American male singer-songwriters
American male pop singers
Brigham Young University–Idaho alumni
Latter Day Saints from Washington (state)
Living people
People from Monroe, Washington
Singer-songwriters from Washington (state)
Warner Records artists