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Teen’s ‘American Idol’ Tribute to Aubreigh Wyatt Moves Judges, Advances to Next Round

The performance renewed attention to a Mississippi mother’s lawsuit accusing the school district of failing to stop years of bullying.

Overview

  • Fifteen-year-old Khloe Grace performed her original song “Forever 13” honoring Aubreigh Wyatt, who died by suicide in 2023.
  • Carrie Underwood was moved to tears during the audition, and all three judges advanced Grace to Hollywood Week.
  • Heather Wyatt, Aubreigh’s mother, appeared on the episode and embraced Grace after hearing the tribute in person.
  • Grace wrote and released “Forever 13” in 2024 after learning of Wyatt’s story and says she hopes to raise awareness about bullying.
  • In 2025, Heather Wyatt filed a wrongful-death lawsuit against the Ocean Springs School District alleging years of bullying and inaction, while the district says it follows rigorous procedures for reports.