American Idol season 23 finalist Breanna Nix placed third in the reality singing competition in 2025 behind winner Jamal Roberts and runner-up John Foster, and she's been very busy with her music career since the May 18 finale. Breanna, a 25-year-old stay-at-home mom from Denton, Texas, received three votes of yes from American Idol judges Lionel Richie, Luke Bryan, and Carrie Underwood, after her incredible audition with Carrie's "Jesus, Take the Wheel." Breanna's husband, Austin, accompanied her on the piano, while Carrie held her son, Emerson.

Throughout American Idol season 23 Hollywood Week, Breanna continued to impress with her performances of "You Say," "The Trouble With Love Is," and "Gratitude" in a duet with fellow contestant Rylie O'Neil. During the American Idol voting rounds, Breanna earned votes with her spectacular renditions of "Still Rolling Stones," "Up to the Mountain," "The Show Must Go On," "Open Arms," "Tell Your Heart to Beat Again" "Water Under the Bridge," "Independence Day," Reflection," "Like My Mother Does," "This Will Be (An Everlasting Love)," "You'll be in My Heart," "In Jesus Name (God of Possible)," and "The Climb." Here's what Breanna's been up to since the American Idol season 23 finale.

American Idol Season 23 Top 3 Finalist Breanna Nix's Single "Higher" Reached #1

Breanna Has Already Achieved Success

After the American Idol season 23 finale, Breanna's first single, "Higher," climbed the charts and reached number one. In a May 19, 2025, Instagram post, Breanna announced that "Higher" had reached #1 on the iTunes country chart. In the caption of her post, she wrote, "My song charted to #1 on iTunes in the country genre!! Let’s go!!!!! thank you SO much for your and love!!! This is just the beginning." At the time, "Higher" was ranked above the #2 single, runner-up John's original song, "Tell That Angel I Love Her."

In addition, on May 30, Breanna is already making a name for herself in both the country and Christian genres, which is a fantastic sign that she'll have a successful music career.

Breanna Will Be Performing Live

Breanna Has A Big Concert Date In Her Future

After singing for her fans every week on their screens, Breanna will now perform for them live in concert. In an Instagram post, Breanna announced that she'll be one of many American Idol alums performing at the 19/BMG Takeover during CMA Fest on June 4, 2025, at 6th & Peabody in Nashville, Tennessee.

Other American Idol alums who'll appear at the event will be season 23 winner Jamal and runner-up John, Thunderstorm Artis, Kolbi Jordan, Mattie Pruitt, and Gabby Samone; season 22 runner-up Will Moseley and Ajii; season 21's Colin Stough and Wé Ani; and season 20 runner-up HunterGirl. In the caption of the post, Breanna wrote, "Some of the @americanidol Crew will be performing at the CMA fest June 4th!! This will be fun! Are you coming!?!"

Breanna Will Make Her Grand Ole Opry Debut

Breanna Will Achieve One Of Her Dreams

On June 5, 2025, Breanna will make her Grand Ole Opry debut. In an Instagram post, Breanna made the big announcement, writing about how much it meant to her. In the caption of the post, she wrote, "I'm beyond overjoyed to announce that I’ll be performing at the @opry on June 5th, 2025! This moment has been on my bucket list for years, and getting to finally check it off feels surreal. I’m so grateful for this opportunity and can’t wait to step into that circle. Hope to see y’all there!" Performing at the Grand Ole Opry is a major milestone for music artists, and it's spectacular that Breanna is already about to achieve this dream.

American Idol season 23 finalist Breanna was a frontrunner in the competition from her audition, and she made it all the way to the finale. She grew so much during the show, and she was such an inspiration as she gained self-confidence and learned to believe in herself. She's already dominating the Christian and country charts with her single, "Higher," and she'll surely continue to do so as she records more music in the future. Breanna has the potential to become one of the most successful American Idol contestants of all-time.

American Idol is available to stream on Hulu.

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