Eagleville Teen Mattie Pruitt Moves Into The Top 14 On American Idol

A Local Eagleville teen Mattie Pruitt was selected as one of the top 20 on this season’s edition of American idol, Sunday. Pruitt performed a Lauren Diagle song, “Rescue.”

Judge Luke Bryan stated after Pruitt’s performance, “Wow, wow, wow, you’re going thru the star wash, Great job. That cry in your voice is great to listen to, but listen still make sure we hear every word and dig, dig, dig. From the first note you sang, you had us until the end, but you are so incredible for 16.”

Pruitt is the youngest contestant on the show at the age of 16; she celebrated a birthday this week. Host Ryan Secrest recognized her birthday by giving her a cupcake after her performance on stage.

Last night, Pruitt returned along with the 20 other contestants, as was voted into the top 14 contestants…The journey continues.