Ada Vox

Ada Vox, born Adam Sanders on May 17, 1993, in San Antonio, Texas, began pursuing a career in music at an early age. Before gaining widespread recognition as Ada Vox, Sanders diligently auditioned for “American Idol” each season starting at age 16. His persistence led to an early milestone when he reached Hollywood Week in the twelfth season of “American Idol,” demonstrating initial potential in the competitive music landscape.

His career significantly progressed in 2018 when he competed as Ada Vox on the sixteenth season of “American Idol,” becoming the first drag queen to achieve such prominence on the show. Throughout his time on “American Idol,” Ada Vox garnered a dedicated fanbase, known as “Voxies,” progressing to the Top 8 finals. Following this achievement, Ada Vox continued to build on this momentum, competing in the first season of “Queen of the Universe” where he secured the runner-up position. These experiences established Ada Vox as a significant figure in both the music and drag entertainment industries, known for powerful vocal performances and pushing boundaries within mainstream media.

Ada Vox’s journey has been marked by both professional achievements and personal challenges, including facing online bullying related to his appearance and sexuality. Despite these obstacles, he has maintained a presence in the entertainment industry, continuing to perform as a vocalist and songwriter. His career highlights include appearances at events and clubs, further solidifying his status as “The Voice of Drag.”