Jay Copeland (American Idol) Wiki, Age, Girlfriend, Audition, Parents, Salisbury, Ethnicity, Instagram

Jay Copeland Biography – Jay Copeland Wiki

Jay Copeland is a singer and performer from Salisbury, Maryland. He is known for his appearance as a contestant in the twentieth season of the American reality singing competition show, American Idol. Jay auditioned for the show and earned a newly introduced platinum ticket to Hollywood. The platinum ticket will allow him to skip a round of Hollywood Week competitions. American Idol season 20 started airing on February 27, 2022, on the ABC television network.

The Salisbury native graduated from college two years ago, after majoring in music. During his American Idol audition, he told the judges that he was due to attend graduate school for acting but dropped out after he was given an ultimatum demanding him to choose between acting and music. He said, “I don’t know if I made the right decision or the wrong decision, but I do know that I made the best decision for myself.” He attended Salisbury University.

Jay Copeland American Idol

Jay is a contestant in the twentieth season of American Idol. He is among the American Idol hopefuls who have already auditioned and earned tickets to Hollywood. He auditioned in front of the American Idol judges: Katy Perry, Lionel Richie, and Luke Bryan, the judges gave him a standing ovation after his performance. Jay was awarded the third and final platinum ticket to Hollywood for his impressive performance. The other two platinum tickets for season 20 were awarded to HunterGirl and Kenedi Anderson.

For his audition, Jay performed Stevie Wonder’s “Signed, Sealed, Delivered I’m Yours” and wowed the judges. After his audition, judge Luke Bryan joked, “Finally someone with as many teeth as Lionel Richie.” Lionel Richie agreed with Luke and went on to add, “I was just going to say that. You’ve got some great teeth brother. I’m going to tell you something. I’ve been alive a very long time and you don’t just jump on a Stevie Wonder song and do boxing with Stevie Wonder.

“You controlled it, you did it, you owned it and, on top of it, you were having so much fun. You might have lost the gift they were going to give you for your master’s, but the gift you are going to give American Idol is greater than anything you’ve ever imagined. Your talent is off the chain. There’s nothing for you to study anymore. We needed this. We’ve been waiting for you to walk through that door. I’m so happy you showed up.” he added.

Katy Perry was also impressed by his performance, Katy said, “Finally a competition. We think you are the perfect candidate for something. Twenty is usually platinum. [We are giving out] one platinum ticket in each city. You get to go to Hollywood but you get a shortcut. You are worth the platinum.” Jay Copeland’s audition was aired on March 20, 2022, on ABC. The show can be watched through Hulu and on ABC’s website. American Idol fans can also catch up with the past performances and Golden Ticket interviews on ABC’s website.

Jay Copeland Age

He was born on September 13, 1998. Jay is 23 years old as of 2022. He is from Salisbury, Maryland, United States.

Jay Copeland Girlfriend

Is Jay Copeland married? He is currently not married. His girlfriend is unclear.

Jay Copeland Parents

Who are Jay Copeland’s parents? His parents are unclear.

Jay Copeland Instagram

His Instagram handle is @theejaycopeland.