Former ‘American Idol’ Contestant Caleb Kennedy Sentenced to 25 Years for Fatal DUI Crash

Former ‘American Idol’ contestant Caleb Kennedy has been sentenced to 25 years in prison, although the sentence was later reduced, following his guilty plea for a deadly DUI crash that occurred in 2022 in South Carolina. Kennedy, who was a breakout star on the show in early 2021, was involved in an accident that resulted in the death of a 54-year-old man.

The incident led to Kennedy being charged with driving under the influence resulting in death. As part of his plea, he was initially sentenced to 25 years in prison and fined $25,100. However, the sentence was subsequently reduced to 8 years.

Kennedy’s case has drawn significant attention due to his previous fame on ‘American Idol’ and the severe consequences of his actions. The sentencing reflects the serious nature of DUI offenses and the legal system’s response to such crimes.

The 20-year-old’s future is now marked by this serious legal consequence, a stark contrast to the promising music career he had been pursuing after his appearance on the popular TV show.