"American Idol" contestant Freddie McClendon shared the devastating story of his late father Davis McClendon through a powerful original song, leaving all three judges in awe.

Freddie McClendon, an "American Idol" contestant, remembered his late father with a touching song during his audition on the show.

American Idol' contestant Freddie McClendon shafted details of his dad, Davis McClendon, who died in a hit-and-run in May 2023, and what happened.