Chris Daughtry

Chris Daughtry (born December 26, 1979) is a rock guitarist, singer and songwriter. He was the fourth-place finalist on the highly publicized fifth season of American Idol, eliminated from the competition on May 10, 2006. He is the lead vocalist and guitarist of the alternative rock band Daughtry.

• Birth name: Christopher Adam Daughtry
• Born: Roanoke Rapids, North Carolina, U.S.
• Origin: Lasker, North Carolina, U.S.
• Genres: Alternative rock, hard rock, pop rock, post-grunge
• Occupation(s): Singer, songwriter, actor
• Instruments: Vocals, guitar
• Years active: 1999–present
• Labels: RCA
• Associated acts: Daughtry, Absent Element, Cadence
• Website: daughtryofficial.com