16-Year-Old ‘American Idol’ Finalist Triston Harper Announces Marriage and Pregnancy

Triston Harper, the 16-year-old former finalist of ‘American Idol,’ has made two significant announcements in a short span. Harper, who competed in Season 22 of the show, has revealed that he is married and expecting a baby with his new wife, Paris Reed, 17.

The news was shared by Harper’s mother through a Facebook post on November 8, 2024. The post included a photo of Triston and Paris holding a positive pregnancy test, both beaming with joy. Harper’s mother joked about the quick succession of events, stating that the marriage news was “old news” and that she was now looking forward to becoming a grandmother.

Triston Harper had earlier updated his Facebook status to “Married to Paris Reed” just two days before the pregnancy announcement. This sudden series of life milestones has garnered a mix of reactions from fans, with many offering congratulations and support, while others expressed concern due to the young ages of the couple.

Harper gained popularity during his time on ‘American Idol,’ making it to the top five before his elimination. He was just 15 years old during the competition and has since released his debut single “H.O.P.E” in May 2024. Recently, he headlined a concert at The Greater Clarke-Washington County Fair in Alabama.