John Foster American Idol sensation is quickly becoming a familiar name across the country as he advances to the Top 10 on season 23 of the popular singing competition. But in his hometown of Addis, Louisiana, supporters want to share a few lesser-known truths about the rising country artist.
Although fans know him simply as John Foster, loved ones recently told The Advocate that his full name is John Foster Benoit. He opted to drop his last name professionally as he begins building his career in country music. Still, during his audition, Foster proudly represented his family legacy by bringing coolers packed with Cajun favorites from his family’s business — Benoit’s Country Meat Block — to judges Luke Bryan, Lionel Richie, and Carrie Underwood.
Family friend and longtime employee Rick Bourgoyne said, “I told his dad, ‘I hope folks don’t assume Foster is his surname — he’s a Benoit, and this is Benoit’s.’ His middle name, Foster, has been passed down through generations — from his father to his grandfather.”
John Foster American Idol Star Sets the Record Straight
As the spotlight on John Foster American Idol contestant grows, misinformation has surfaced online about his personal life. On April 30, he took to Facebook to clear up a few widespread rumors.
Among them: he is not 24 years old but 18, and despite what some reports have claimed, he’s never even visited Kentucky. “I was born and raised in Louisiana,” he wrote, adding, “I’ve never even been to Kentucky, but I hope to one day.”
He also addressed false rumors linking him to country music icon Dwight Yoakam. “I’m not related to Dwight Yoakam,” he clarified. “And I haven’t been signed by Sugar Hill Records or any label yet.”
John Foster American Idol Finalist Balances School and Purpose
Behind the scenes, John Foster American Idol contestant is still pursuing his academic goals. During his audition, he mentioned his ambition to become an oncologist — a dream he hasn’t abandoned despite his musical momentum. Even while competing, he’s been attending online classes as a biology major at Louisiana State University, according to his grandmother Verbie Benoit.
On May 2, he launched a fundraiser on Facebook for the American Cancer Society. “Whether I pursue medicine or music full-time, I’ll always be committed to the fight against cancer,” he wrote.
With his heart rooted in family, faith, and helping others, and with 31 relatives heading to Los Angeles to support him, John Foster’s journey is more than just a pursuit of fame — it’s a story of purpose, pride, and promise.
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