One of the most anticipated auditions of the season was given by Baylee Littrell. The singer Brian Littrell of the Backstreet Boys, who hinted to the 23-year-old’s appearance on Idol in early February, is his father. “I recently tried out for @americanidol,” Littrell said on social media. See what occurs on 3/9/25 by watching the season premiere!
Both excitement and cynicism were evoked by the news. For the most of his life, Bayle has been on stage and building a fan base. At the age of nine, he started playing as an opening act for his father’s band. He went on to appear in Disaster on Broadway.
Littrell concentrated on becoming a country singer and songwriter after his time on Broadway. He served as the opening act for Chris Lane and the Backstreet Boys’ DNA World Tour in 2019. In 2019, he also released 770-Country, his debut album.
Some admirers thought Baylee didn’t require the platform that American Idol gives up-and-coming vocalists. However, the majority of fans, especially new judge Carrie Underwood, were thrilled to see the wonderful young performer.
Carrie realized the guy seemed familiar as Littrell walked into the audition room. Before he disclosed his father’s identity, Carrie remarked, “There’s something about you that looks familiar.”
“It’s not simple.” Before Baylee’s audition, Brian informed the cameras, “I’ve always told everyone he’s ten times more talented than I was.”
Baylee’s original song astounded the judges.
“You’re pretty decent. Baylee was praised by Carrie, who said, “You’re really good.” “Emotionally, you arrived. I think you’re capable of doing well in this competition.
Carrie fangirled as Brian entered the room and joined his child for a quick duet. “I think it would make you look bad if your superstar dad joined you, but it doesn’t.”
All of the judges thought Baylee had a good chance of winning the tournament, and they unanimously agreed to send him to Hollywood.
The story of Baylee extends beyond her status as Brian Littrell’s child.
Baylee was diagnosed with Kawasaki Syndrome, a rare pediatric disorder that causes inflammation of the blood vessels, when he was six years old. It may have long-term consequences for the arteries supplying the heart if left untreated.
Brian admitted to me in 2009 that “we didn’t know what we were dealing with until we found his coronary artery three times the size it should be.”
Bayle was admitted to the hospital due to a high temperature, a rash that covered his entire body, and sores on his throat. Although it took two weeks to diagnose Baylee, she was treated right away and made a full recovery.
Watch the video attached below to see Baylee Littrell’s American Idol audition.
