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Born in 1984, Katharine McPhee is an American singer, songwriter, and actress. She gained initial recognition as a contestant on the fifth season of American Idol in 2006, where she finished in second place. McPhee has since released two studio albums, "Katharine McPhee" (2007) and "Unbroken" (2010). She has also starred in several television shows and films, including "Smash" (2012-2013), "Scorpion" (2014-2018), and "Country Comfort" (2021).