📖 Katharine McPhee Biography
Katharine McPhee first gained national recognition as a contestant on the fifth season of American Idol in 2006. She finished as the runner-up, which launched her career in both music and acting. Her self-titled debut album was released in 2007 and featured the hit single 'Over It'. She transitioned into acting with roles in films like 'The House Bunny' and 'Shark Night 3D'. McPhee gained significant acclaim for her starring role as Karen Cartwright in the musical drama series 'Smash'. She later played the lead character Paige Dineen in the CBS television series 'Scorpion'. Throughout her career, she has released several studio albums showcasing her vocal versatility. She also made her Broadway debut in 2018, starring as Jenna Hunterson in the musical 'Waitress'. In 2021, she participated in the sixth season of 'The Masked Singer' as the 'Banana Split'. She is married to music producer David Foster, with whom she has collaborated on various musical projects.