Sophia Gokey

Does the name Danny Gokey seem familiar to you? If you are, or were, a viewer of the annual singing talent show, American Idol, the name will probably spark a flashback. Gokey was the contestant that many thought would end up in the Final in 2009. However, as things turned out, he was eliminated just before this, landing in third place. So, what's he been doing since the attention of the Idol stage has faded. He recorded an album (see below), released a few singles and has been seen...Read Full Story

Daniel Jay Gokey is a famous American singer, a church music director, and songwriter. Danny was born on 24th April, 1980. He has a very soothing voice since his childhood. He was famous in his school for his peaceful voice. He took part in different competitions of singing at the school level. His family used to sing in the church. He also sang in the church for some time but his aim was to become a big play back singer. He got success in a very young age as he is famous in the whole...Read Full Story

If you watched American Idol , you no doubt know all about Danny Gokey, and how he lost his 27-year-old wife, Sophia, last fall. Sophia always wanted to have a large family. It wasn't to be. But Danny, as a way of remembering his wife and of passing on her love for kids, has created Sophia's Heart Foundation .  Talk about a lasting legacy. Sophia's Heart Foundation plans to provide at least 24 scholarships this year in the amount of $1,000 to High School seniors in need. The organization is...Read Full Story

Sophia Gokey is the wife of Danny Gokey that was made famous and controversial in American Idol Season 8 for auditioning 4 weeks after his wife’s death.Danny Gokey is competing in American Idol season 8. His wife Sophie Gorkey died a month before his audition. Let us get to know more about Sophia Gokey and why she is much loved. Well, Sophia Gokey is the great inspiration behind Danny Gokey and Sophia’s Heart Foundation. Sophia Linnette Gokey was born in Milwaukee, Wisconsin on Aug. 16...Read Full Story

Date of birth: Apr 24, 1980 (age 30 years) The singer ethnicity is White. Why? Because; see images pictures. For Questions:) *Danny gokey famous quotes? *When was danny gokey in american idol? *What necklace does Danny Gokey wear? *What is danny gokeys marital status? *What color are danny gokey's eyes? *What is Danny Gokey's sister's name? *What is Danny Gokey's favorite food? *How did danny gokey's wife died? Answers please ^^ http://www.celebrityethnicity.blogspot.com celebrity...Read Full Story

Hollywood Life Everything from American Idol contestant Chris Medina's humble attitude, to his brilliant voice, to his sob story, remind me of season eight's Danny Gokey ! Share Season eight of American Idol brought us third place finalist, Danny Gokey, who charmed the country with his quiet confidence, smooth vocals and tragic tale of his wife's death. Even though we're only two weeks into season 10, we already have found this year's sob story contestant - 26-year-old Chris Medina...Read Full Story

Love, I don't think so I'd have to be a fool to go down that road Aw, but look at you, look at you, ... View Crazy Not To lyricsRead Full Story

I m a little used up A little tattered at the seams But there s still enough of me to be the man ... View Secondhand Heart lyricsRead Full Story

Interview with Danny Gokey and Michael Sarver in Portland Danny’s Twitter Danny Gokey’s intro sets him up as some sort of Love Man, and he starts with one of his strongest songs from the season, Michael Jackson’s P.Y.T. (Pretty Young Thing). He engages the crowd — which never set down after Allison was done — in a call-and-response, and they’re right with him. The second song, Santana’s Maria Maria, shows a side of Danny I had hoped he’d show during the season. Danny’s wife, Sophia...Read Full Story

Danny is an American Idol Season 8 contestant. He is a widower. His wife Sophia died or passed away a month before his idol audition. His story is touching. Despite the death of his wife he pursued his dream of becoming the next American Idol. He sang Mariah Carey's " Hero " so well that he got praises from Randy and Paula. Here's a video but it's not for the song "Hero". I can't find that on youtube. I don't have Danny Gokey's wife pictures though. And to those who are asking how Danny Gokey...Read Full Story