Melinda Doolittle

Melinda Doolittle
Melinda Doolittle in The American Idol Experience motorcade at Walt Disney World.
Melinda Doolittle in The American Idol Experience motorcade at Walt Disney World.
Background information
Birth nameMelinda Marie Doolittle
Born (1977-10-06) October 6, 1977 (age 47)
St. Louis, Missouri, United States
OriginBrentwood, Tennessee, United States
GenresGospel, soul, R&B
Occupation(s)Singer, backup singer
Years active1999—present
LabelsMPCA (2007–2011)
Hi Fi Recordings (2008–2011)
Websitewww.melindadoolittle.com

Melinda Marie Doolittle (born October 6, 1977) is an American singer who finished as the third place finalist on the sixth season of American Idol.[1] Prior to her appearance on American Idol, Doolittle worked as a professional back-up singer for, among others, Michael McDonald, Kirk Franklin, Aaron Neville, BeBe and CeCe Winans, Alabama, Jonny Lang, Vanessa Bell Armstrong, Carman, and Anointed.

  1. ^ "Simon Cowell: The Full Interview | Video". ABC News. May 24, 2007. Retrieved December 6, 2011.