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Connect with a story that resonates. David Archuleta opens up about embracing his queer identity\, challenging expec tations\, and finding freedom. Don&rsquo\;t miss this uplifting event

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About the Book

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A raw and powerful coming-out story from the beloved American Idol \;finali st traces David Archuleta&rsquo\;s journey from closeted Mormon teen to global pop star to openly queer man\, revealing the hidden pressures of fame\, the weight of religious expectations\, and the courage it takes to live authentically.

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At just seventeen\, David Archule ta rose to national fame as the runner-up on American Idol \;season se ven\, captivating millions with his angelic voice. Behind the scenes\, how ever\, he was struggling with a truth he feared would destroy everything: he was attracted to men&mdash\;and a devout member of The Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints.

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In Devout\, David takes you inside hi s deeply personal journey as a closeted Mormon teen turned international p op star\, torn between faith\, fame\, and identity. From dealing with the pressures of being on a hit television show to a domineering father who co ntrolled every aspect of his career&mdash\;even being banned from the show &rsquo\;s set&mdash\;David reveals the emotional abuse and inner turmoil t hat he says plagued his childhood.

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This searing memoir reflects on David&rsquo\;s ventures with American Idol\, a tour with Demi Lovato\, an d a two year sabbatical as a missionary in South America\, charting his pa th through heartbreak\, estrangement\, three engagements\, thoughts of sui cide\, and finally\, his courageous decision to leave the Mormon Church in order to live authentically as a queer man. Featuring never-before-seen p hotos\, Devout is a must-read for fans of pop culture\, American Idol\, an d anyone deconstructing their religious upbringing\, or who&rsquo\;s ever wrestled with who they are versus who they&rsquo\;re told to be.

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About the Author

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Since first steppin g into the pop spotlight at age 17\, David Archuleta has embodied the kind of genuine star power that can&rsquo\;t be manufactured. After years of dazzling audiences with his radiant personality and phenom enal voice&mdash\;a journey that&rsquo\;s included turning out multiple pl atinum-selling hits\, achieving global acclaim as a captivating live perfo rmer\, and emerging as an undeniable fixture on the pop-culture scene&mdas h\;the Miami-born singer/songwriter experienced a major personal transform ation that radically altered his identity as an artist. As shown in his re cent singles &ldquo\;Crè\;me Brulé\;e&rdquo\; and &ldquo\;Hell Together\,&rdquo\; Archuleta has dramatically expanded the landscape of h is songwriting and devoted himself to making pop music with equal parts un compromising emotion and exhilarating impact.  \; \;

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Over the next several months David will reveal more new music\, he notes that u ncovering his most authentic voice has involved finding self-assurance in unexpected places. &ldquo\;Growing up in the church\, I was taught to stan d up for my beliefs and share them with the world\, which is exactly what I&rsquo\;m trying to do with my music\,&rdquo\; he says. &ldquo\;Even thou gh I stand for something else now\, I still have that same level of convic tion in what I do. I believe in being bold in my vulnerability and speakin g the truth of who I am\, so that hopefully people can come away from my s ongs feeling like they understand themselves\, or others\, or just life in general a little better than they did before.&rdquo\; \;

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About The Conversation Lead

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\n< p>Human Rights Campaign Senior Vice President for Campaigns &\; Communi cations Jonathan Lovitz is a nationally recognized leader at the intersection of public affairs\, economic empowerment\, and inclus ive leadership. Over the course of his career\, he has helped shape major national communications and policy initiatives across government\, busines s\, and advocacy spaces &mdash\; including serving as a senior appointee d uring the Biden-Harris Administration and leading historic efforts to expa nd opportunities for minority-owned businesses. Today\, he helps lead the nation&rsquo\;s largest LGBTQ+ civil rights organization\, shaping campaig ns and narratives that advance equality\, protect democracy\, and mobilize millions of people toward lasting change. Among his recognitions\, Jonath an has been named to the Out Magazine OUT100 (in the same class as David A rchuleta) for his leadership and advocacy. @jdlovitz on social media.  \;

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