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quentin alexander

quentin alexander -lrb- years old -rrb- is an american singer and artist from new orleans , louisiana .
in 2015 he came to national attention competing on 14th season of singing talent reality show `` american idol '' both for his soulful vocals and `` his original fashion sense - head scarves , furry jackets and all . ''
after finishing in sixth place he plans to continue film and fashion projects that were in process before he was chosen for the show as well as performing .
alexander also works as a manager at french connection , a men 's clothier , in the shops at canal place in new orleans .
