2020-0195
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In Recognition: Faith Becnel, 2020 American Idol Top 20 Contestant
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The Parish of St. Charles
October 19, 2020
IN RECOGNITION
WHEREAS, Faith Becnel is a native of Destrehan, Louisiana, and a graduate of Destrehan High School; and,
WHEREAS, singing in front of crowds is nothing new for Faith. She has been performing on stage since she was 10 years old, and at the age of 12, she released her first album. She has performed at numerous festivals in Louisiana and surrounding states, as well as Mardi Gras balls, weddings, private parties, charity events, and she made several television and radio appearances on WGNO, WWL, News with a Twist, and many more; and,
WHEREAS, Faith has sung alongside many of the great Louisiana Legends and bands including Vince Vance and the Valiants, Irma Thomas, Rockin' Dopsie, Jr., The Top Cats, Al "Carnival Time" Johnson, Benny Grunch and the Bunch, among others; and,
WHEREAS, Faith dreamed of being on American Idol since she was a little girl. She took a trip last fall to Oregon to audition for Season 18. Her audition aired on Sunday, March 8, 2020, where she sang for musical star judges Luke Bryan, Katy Perry, and Lionel Richie and received the "golden ticket" which advanced her a trip to Hollywood; and,
WHEREAS, Faith advanced through all phases of Hollywood Week. She sang Janis Joplin's "Cry Baby" for her solo performance and for the duet round, she teamed up with Gonzales native Jovin Webb singing James Brown's "It's a Man's World". She advanced to the top 40 and traveled to Oahu, Hawaii, where she sang Chaka Khan's "Ain't Nobody" in front of a live audience, which landed her a spot in the top 20; and,
WHEREAS, Faith's American Idol journey ended, but she continues her journey as a musical artist.
NOW, THEREFORE, BE IT RESOLVED, THAT WE, THE MEMBERS OF THE ST. CHARLES PARISH COUNCIL, AND THE PARISH PRESIDENT, do hereby offer this tribute and recognition to
FAITH BECNEL
2020 AMERICAN IDOL SEASON 18
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