Stefano Langone (born February 27, 1989) is an American singer from Kent, Washington. Langone was born on February 27, 1989 in Bellevue, Washington to Carrie and Ernie Langone. He is half Spanish and half Italian. His father works as a career advisor at The Art Institute of Seattle and is also a singer and musician. Langone has been singing and playing the piano since childhood. He attended Emerald Park Elementary School, Meridian Junior High, and Kentwood High School, as well as Bellevue College, where he was given a full ride scholarship. He performed with Bellevue College's 'Celebration!' vocal jazz ensemble while he was a student there. Langone auditioned for the tenth season of American Idol in 2011, California. He advanced to the Top 13 through a wild card selection by Jennifer Lopez. Langone was eliminated from the show on April 21, 2011, finishing in 7th place. His first single I'm On A Roll was released in 2012.