Birthday: April 30, 1976-Taurus
Birth Place: Cleveland, Ohio 
Birth Name: Scott Thomas Savol

Scott Savol born and raised until age 10 in Cleveland, Ohio when his family
 packed up and moved to Shaker Heights, Ohio for its intergrated community.
Scott is the second of four children to Cathy and Eddie Savol; a brother
 to sisters Stacy and Patricia and brother of Michael.
 A devoted uncle to Vincent, Mikayla, Kathleen, Alexander and Michael jr
and is the proud papa to his pride and joy 4 year old, Brandon.
His son, Brandon remains the greatest driving force in Scott's life.

Scott's musical career started very early on as a lil tyke running around
playing air guitar on pots and began officially singing at the prime age of 5 years old. 
An amateur at the age of 6, Scott took on the task of singing at his
 younger sister's, Patty's Baptism. Scott wasn't an ounce nervous at his first
public appearance. By the age of 7, he could be found singing duets with his aunt.

During his high school days, Scott joined the school's choir where 
he received some vocal training. Scott's former school choir's director, Ron Morgan
 has said before how he can still see Scott in his aisle seat
in the tenor section, singing with passion and losing himself in the music.
 Scott's musical ability increases as he knows his way around a piano
 and some trumpet playing dating back to high school.
Scott missed the opportunity of graduating with his class, but succeeded by earning his GED instead.
In 2001, Scott and ex-girlfriend, Michele welcomed into the world their son, Brandon. 

Prior to American Idol success, Scott's performances could be seen singing at weddings,
community functions and church. Invited to the church, New Spirit by a coworker
 at the county jail where he used to work, Scott gave an awe inspiring
performance of a well known gospel song made famous by Fred Hammond.
The church's choir director, Tim "Bo" Clinton was so impressed by Scott's vocal
 ability he states: "When he opened his mouth, I was like, oh my goodness, who is this guy?"
 Scott soon after joined the church's elite "Praise Team" choir.
Those closest to Scott, say he found a peace in his new church and has been with them ever since.

Scott has worked several different jobs from working with the county jail
 to a security guard before taking a jump on the American Idol bandwagon. Thanks to an age limit
 change to 28 and a second's moments notice of an audition happening in Cleveland, Scott
jumped on the train and auditioned in front of Randy, Paula and Simon in the Summer of 2004.
 His first appearance to the viewing audience was an optimistic and passionate snipet of
Luther Vandross' "Superstar" quickly winning over the admiration of the hard to
please, sharp tongued judge, Simon. And earning him the legions of fans nation and internationally wide.

Scott's tenure on American Idol had made a huge impact on millions for
many different reasons. He's stated in several interviews how he considers himself
just the everyday kind of guy following his dream. For others it was simply his passion that he
emits when he performs that won their hearts.
 Although his time on American Idol came to an abrupt end on May 4th after
 a rave reviewed performance, just days after his 29th birthday, Scott's optimism remains steadfast.
He's already been shown major interest through important names
within the music industry long before his departure from the show.

He has since returned to where it all began; Cleveland, Ohio,
greeted by his many hometown fans as well as many out of towners
who wanted to be a part of this amazing experience. Performing at different venues to loud and happy audiences.
Scott is known to sign autographs, take pictures and chat with his fans for
however many hours it takes. Its his loyalty and dedication to his fans that keeps Scott's
charm going strong. Among the many interviews Scott's done after the show,
he's been interviewed on such acclaimed shows as CBS' Early Morning show, 
Regis and Kelly, ET and made performances on the Tonight Show and Ellen among others.
Currently, Scott and the rest of his American Idol cohorts are rehearsing for this years tour which
 begins July 12th. He'll be making a hometown stop to a packed arena of his biggest fans,
 some who are traveling from far across the nation, in Cleveland, Ohio on August 2nd.

Fox's interview with Scott Savol:

What has been your proudest moment in life so far?
Birth of my son.

What are your personal goals in life?
To make sure my son doesn't have to struggle in life as I did.

Do you have any rituals or things you do each time before you perform?
Pray and listen to some music to relax.

How has this changed your life? (American Idol)
Experienced a once in a lifetime opportunity.

Who are your heroes in life?
My mom.