Moss Point Native Advances on 'American Idol'

Daniel Stallworth makes Top 20 on singing competition show

Published on Mar. 10, 2026

Moss Point native Daniel Stallworth advanced to the Top 20 on 'American Idol' after performing Miley Cyrus' 'The Climb' in Hawaii before the judges and their families. Stallworth is one of the Top 30 finalists on the singing competition show.

Why it matters

Stallworth's advancement on 'American Idol' is an exciting milestone for the Moss Point community, providing local pride and inspiration for aspiring musicians in the region.

The details

Stallworth sang a rendition of Miley Cyrus' 'The Climb' before the 'American Idol' judges, who then selected the Top 20 contestants to move forward in the competition.

  • On Monday, March 10, 2026, Stallworth performed in Hawaii and was selected as one of the Top 20 finalists.

The players

Daniel Stallworth

A native of Moss Point, Mississippi who advanced to the Top 20 on the 26th season of 'American Idol'.

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The takeaway

Stallworth's success on 'American Idol' showcases the talent and potential of young artists from smaller communities like Moss Point, inspiring others to pursue their musical dreams.