Melanie Amaro

Melanie Ann Amaro (born June 26, 1992) is an American singer. She won the first season of The X Factor USA in 2011. For winning, she got a $5 million recording contract with Syco Music and Epic Records. Amaro was also the youngest contestant to win the competition.

Melanie Amaro
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Amaro in Hollywood, California, in June 2013
Background information
Birth nameMelanie Ann Amaro
Born (1992-06-26) June 26, 1992 (age 31)
Fort Lauderdale, Florida, U.S.
OriginTortola, British Virgin Islands
Genres
Occupation(s)Singer
Instruments
  • Vocals
  • piano
Years active2011–present
Labels
Associated actsR. Kelly
Websitehttps://www.melanie-amaro.com