David Hernandez (singer): Bgsu98 (Talk) 18:36, 13 May 2023 (UTC) [ reply ] Note:  This discussion has been included in the deletion sorting lists for the following topics: Bands and musicians , Television ,  and Arizona .  Bgsu98 (Talk) 18:36, 13 May 2023 (UTC) [ reply ] Keep per the significant coverage in multiple independent reliable sources .  The subject passes Wikipedia:Notability (people)#Basic criteria , which says: People are presumed notable if they have received significant coverage in multiple published secondary sources that are reliable , intellectually independent of each other, and independent of the subject .  If the depth of coverage in any given source is not substantial, then multiple independent sources may be combined to demonstrate notability; trivial coverage of a subject by secondary sources is not usually sufficient to establish notability.  Sources Austin, Tyler (2016-08-16).  "Exclusive: Idol Alum David Hernandez Comes Out After Releasing Powerful Love Anthem" .  Out .  Archived from the original on 2023-05-14 .  Retrieved 2023-05-14 .  The article notes: "Since the age of six, David Hernandez has found a second home on stage. ... Hernandez made his acting debut in a production of Annie before starring in other musicals. Just as he was finding happiness performing, however, Hernandez went to live with his father and his relationship with music entered rocky terrain. Growing up in a Mexican-American religious household, Hernandez confronted hyper-masculine ideals and beliefs that deterred him from the stage. Performance was looked at as feminine, a view continually contrasted with his younger brother's natural athleticism. Hernandez felt like he "needed to be more like him. " Music was quickly put on hold."  Davis, Christopher (2021-06-14).  "American Idol: What Happened to David Hernandez From Season 7. David Hernandez had a controversial run on American Idol season 7. Here's how David has reclaimed his career and identity after the show" .  Screen Rant .  Archived from the original on 2023-05-14 .  Retrieved 2023-05-14 .  The article notes: "David Hernandez had one of the most controversial runs on American Idol, but his journey after the singing competition series has been wholly inspiring. ... In 2016, David released a new song, "Beautiful", which was utilized as a vehicle for the star to come out as a gay man. Unlike when David's past, which was divulged during his run on American Idol, the singer-songwriter's public embrace of his LGBTQ identity was met with support and love. David has continued to release music including his album Kingdom: The Mixtape in 2018 and several singles since. David's newest song, "ily. ", came out on May 21, 2021."  Matousek, Mark (2015-06-26).  "PrideFest begins; David Hernandez among performers" .  St. Louis Post-Dispatch .  Archived from the original on 2023-05-14 .  Retrieved 2023-05-14 .  The article notes: "Eight years ago, it seemed David Hernandez would become another casualty of the major label machine. Open-mic nights led to a stint singing hooks for hip-hop songs and, eventually, a deal with Universal Music Group Distribution and Bungalo Records. But personal and creative differences would stall his first attempt at pop stardom. ... Hernandez has taken these lessons to heart in the years since. For his upcoming album, he took matters into his own hands, pouring his financial and emotional resources into its production."  Kurov, Mike (2019-11-22).  "David Hernandez is on the right track" .  OutVoices .  Vol.  31, no. 3.  pp. 58–59.  EBSCO host 139817457 .  Archived from the original on 2023-05-14 .  Retrieved 2023-05-14 .  The article notes: "David Hernandez became a famous face and voice on season seven of American Idol, he began a successful solo career and continues to be a popular performer at Pride events and music venues across the world. We talked to him about what it was like growing up as a young gay man in Central Arizona, a life-changing car accident, working on his next projects that include an album in Spanglish, and collaborating with another Idol on an exciting new musical venture slated to be released next year. Hernandez was raised by a single mother in Arizona and knows the area well."  Holland, Scott (2022-03-15).  " 'AI' Alum David Hernandez Talks New EP, Nude Coffee Table Book" .  Hotspots Magazine .  Vol.  37, no. 6.  pp. 24–27.  EBSCO host 157596570 .  Archived from the original on 2023-05-14 .  Retrieved 2023-05-14 .  The article notes: "American Idol’s David Hernandez will reveal body and soul this spring with the release of his provocative new EP, “Don’t @ Me”, and its accompanying book of intimate photography, “#NSFW”. ... David is continuing his nude artistic journey on OnlyFans, releasing beautifully crafted, artistic nude photography to fans."  Holland, Scott (2020-05-20).  "American Idol Alum David Hernandez Releases: "Sorry" " .  Hotspots Magazine .  Vol.  35, no. 21.  pp. 8–10.  EBSCO host 143467438 .  Archived from the original on 2023-05-14 .  Retrieved 2023-05-14 .  The article notes: "American Idol’s David Hernandez has recently released his new single and music video, “Sorry.”  Produced by Alex and Deshawn Teamer (father and son team), and written with Michael Orland, the song is a metaphoric letter to those David has hurt in the past as well as those who have hurt him."  Elber, Lynn (2016-04-05).  "Checking in: 5 former 'American Idol' contestants" .  El Paso Times .  Associated Press .  Archived from the original on 2023-05-14 .  Retrieved 2023-05-14 .  The article notes: "DAVID HERNANDEZ: The seventh-season semifinalist will tour this summer in North America and head to the Middle East to perform for U.S. troops. While describing himself as a committed balladeer, his new album (not yet titled), produced by Printz Board of the Black Eyed Peas, is pop-and-R&B influenced: "It's like Cee Lo Green meets myself. " Board's production team shot the video for "Beautiful," the upcoming first single." " 'Idol' stars to perform in Oxford" .  The Anniston Star .  2009-11-06.  Archived from the original on 2023-05-14 .  Retrieved 2023-05-14 .  The article notes: "Singer/songwriter/actor David Hernandez, an Idol 2008 finalist, has been writing and recording music since he was 15. His most important invitation to perform so far came when he was asked to sing at the Inaugural Kick-Off Celebration ball for President Barack Obama. And, the Phoenix, Ariz., native has landed a principal role in the movie Synthetic Truth."  Christi, A.A. (2023-03-07).  "American Idol's David Hernandez To Star In NAKED BOYS SINGING Off Broadway! In 2020 David starred in the hit Las Vegas production of Naked Boys Singing!" .  BroadwayWorld .  Archived from the original on 2023-05-14 .  Retrieved 2023-05-14 .  The article notes: "American Idol's David Hernandez is set to bare all again when he joins the off-Broadway return of the legendary Naked Boys Singing! beginning March 18th. David Hernandez made waves after being eliminated from season 7 of American Idol when his past as a stripper came to light. In 2020 David starred in the hit Las Vegas production of Naked Boys Singing!"  Crowely, Patrick (2018-02-13).  " 'American Idol' Alum David Hernandez Debuts Inspiring 'Shield (Coat of Armor)' Music Video: Watch" .  Billboard .  Archived from the original on 2023-05-14 .  Retrieved 2023-05-14 .  The article notes: "Pop singer and American Idol alum David Hernandez has released the uplifting new single “Shield (Coat of Armor),” inspired by a USO tour in the Middle East. The singer told Billboard he was humbled to meet servicemen and women and wrote this track in a session with his producer Eddie Wohl and Daniel Braunstein."  There is sufficient coverage in reliable sources to allow David Hernandez to pass Wikipedia:Notability#General notability guideline , which requires "significant coverage in reliable sources that are independent of the subject".  Cunard ( talk ) 10:27, 14 May 2023 (UTC) [ reply ] Relisted to generate a more thorough discussion and clearer consensus.  Please add new comments below this notice.  Thanks, RL0919 ( talk ) 18:39, 20 May 2023 (UTC) [ reply ] Comment: My original nomination of this article was based on my interpretation of the criteria at WP:NSINGER .  Reading the following - "Singers and musicians who are only notable for participating in a reality television series may be redirected to an article about the series, until they have demonstrated that they are independently notable." - it would be appropriate to redirect this article to the appropriate season of American Idol , which is what I probably should have done in the first place.  Bgsu98 (Talk) 20:29, 20 May 2023 (UTC) [ reply ] Keep Per Cunard 's comment above, Hernandez has clearly garnered considerable news coverage since his time on Idol . -- Jpcase ( talk ) 20:45, 21 May 2023 (UTC) [ reply ] Keep . We have been eliminating the runners-up ("best of the rest") of American Idol , but primarily on the basis of WP:BLP1E versus WP:MUSIC . In other words, if they did not parlay their 15 minutes of fame from reality television , then their articles get deleted. However in this case, the subject went on many television, stage, and radio shows, garnering significant coverage , albeit from trashy TV shows, Billboard , Out magazine, and tabloids. His work off-broadway and in Las Vegas pushes him over the top . Bearian ( talk ) 19:12, 23 May 2023 (UTC) [ reply ] The above discussion is preserved as an archive of the debate. Please do not modify it. Subsequent comments should be made on the appropriate discussion page (such as the article's talk page or in a deletion review ).  No further edits should be made to this page.

Discussion outcome: keep