Tamyra Gray

ABOUT TAMYRA GRAY

Best known for her fourth place finish on season one of the popular reality talent competition American Idol, this singer and actress was a favorite of judge Simon Cowell .

She won the 1998 Miss Atlanta title and subsequently studied entertainment business and law at Georgia State University . Before appearing on Amerian Idol, she acted in a Coca-Cola commercial and held a number of odd jobs.

Following her appearance on American Idol, she had a recurring role on the television series Boston Public and played starring roles in Broadway productions of Rent and Bombay Dreams. She co-wrote Fantasia Barrino 's hit single "I Believe."

Though born in Takoma Park, Maryland, she grew up primarily in Norcross and Stone Mountain, Georgia. She and her husband, R&B vocalist Sam Watters, welcomed a daughter named Sienna Marie in July of 2010.

She co-wrote and sang backup vocals on Jessica Simpson 's 2006 album A Public Affair.