‘American Idol’ contestant walked off stage after elimination — into the most heartbreaking moment of his life

‘American Idol’ contestant walked off stage after elimination — into the most heartbreaking moment of his life

‘American Idol’ contestant walked off stage after elimination — into the most heartbreaking moment of his life 'American Idol' contestants usually have a hard journey as everyone eventually parts ways as the show progresses. That said, you don't have to win the show to be able to make it as a singer in the music industry. Several contestants, like Adam Lambert or Jennifer Hudson, who, despite not winning 'Idol,' went on to make a huge name for t…