David Archuleta Releases Memoir Devout, Opening Up About Faith, Fame, and His Journey to Living Authentically
- Brandon West
- 2 days ago
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David Archuleta is opening up like never before with Devout.
The former American Idol fan favorite has officially released his memoir, Devout, and it gives readers a deeply personal look at his journey from teen star to openly queer man.
Archuleta was only 17 when he became the runner-up on American Idol in 2008, instantly winning over viewers with his emotional voice and shy personality. But behind the scenes, he writes that he was struggling to accept his sexuality while remaining committed to The Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints.
In the book, Archuleta details the pressure he faced at home and in the public eye. He claims his father played a controlling role in his early career, contributing to emotional distress during what should have been the most exciting time of his life.
Archuleta also reflects on stepping away from music to serve a two year Mormon mission in South America and later returning to the spotlight. He shares stories from touring with Demi Lovato and trying to balance his faith with feelings he was taught to suppress.
The memoir does not shy away from his lowest moments. Archuleta reveals he struggled with depression, broken relationships, and thoughts of suicide as he wrestled with his identity and his place in the church.
Eventually, he made the difficult decision to leave the Mormon Church and fully embrace himself.
Devout marks a major turning point for Archuleta, who first came out publicly in 2021. Now, he is sharing the full story in his own words and giving fans a clearer understanding of everything he went through behind his boy next door image.
For fans who grew up watching him, the book offers a side of Archuleta they have never seen before. Order it now.