'American Idol' Hopeful Katie Stevens Is Early Breakout Star

Teen has old-soul vocal chops and compelling backstory.By Eric Ditzian "American Idol" season-nine judges Photo: FOX While it's far too early to say which "American Idol" hopefuls will make it to the show's coveted top-24 semifinal round, after Tuesday night's premiere we know one thing for certain: Katie Stevens has become one of the ninth season's early breakout personalities. Her stirring family backstory is the fodder that "Idol" producers crave. Born into a large Portugues...

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