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Iam Tongi Unveils 115-Pound Weight Loss and New Musical Direction

The American Idol winner is embracing fitness, soul-inspired music, and cultural representation while promoting his song for Disney's Lilo & Stitch.

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Ian Tongi performs on "American Idol" in 2023.
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Overview

  • Iam Tongi revealed his 115-pound weight loss during the Lilo & Stitch premiere, crediting a structured fitness routine with a personal trainer.
  • The 20-year-old American Idol winner has relocated to Memphis, Tennessee, to focus on his health and music career.
  • Tongi is working on a soul-inspired album influenced by artists like Al Green, with new music expected as early as October.
  • His song is featured in Disney's live-action Lilo & Stitch film, marking a milestone in his expanding artistic collaborations.
  • Tongi remains connected to his Hawaiian roots, appreciating fan support and cultural representation as the first Hawaiian-born American Idol champion.