• Faith: Latter-day Saint
• Career: Musician
• Birthday:  June 25, 2002

Benson Boone is an American singer-songwriter born on June 25, 2002, in Monroe, Washington. While he didn't set out to pursue music, in his junior year of high school he discovered his vocal ability. A friend asked him to play piano for a "battle of the bands" competition, but when the lead singer dropped out, Boone stepped in to sing. Despite having no prior experience, he impressed the crowd, won the competition, and helped him discover his talent. He soon began posting music videos on TikTok, earning him 1.7 million followers by late 2021.

Boone auditioned for American Idol at age 18. After advancing to Hollywood Week with a spot in the top 24, he withdrew to carve his path to musical stardom. Dan Reynolds, the lead singer of Imagine Dragons, signed him to Night Street Records, and he released his debut single, "Ghost Town." The single charted in 16 countries, including the US Billboard Hot 100. The momentum continued with singles like "In the Stars," which also hit the charts, and his breakout hit "Beautiful Things." Its success was fueled by TikTok teasers that went viral, demonstrating Boone's knack for leveraging social media—his debut album, "Fireworks & Rollerblades," released in April 2024.

Beyond recordings, Boone's electrifying live performances—often featuring acrobatic flips from his diving and gymnastics background—have amplified his appeal. High-profile opportunities, like opening for Taylor Swift's Eras Tour in London in June 2024, further boosted his visibility. By March 2025, just five years after discovering his voice, Boone had transformed from a small-town high schooler into a Grammy-nominated artist, with "Beautiful Things" cementing his place as a Gen Z pop-rock sensation. His journey highlights a blend of natural talent, self-belief, and a savvy embrace of digital platforms to connect with a global audience.

Is Benson Boone religious?

Benson Boone has not explicitly detailed his religious views in public statements, leaving much of his faith open to interpretation. However, some insights can be gleaned from his background and music. Boone was raised in Monroe, Washington, in a family affiliated with The Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints (LDS Church), commonly known as the Mormon Church. He briefly attended Brigham Young University–Idaho, an LDS-operated school, for one semester before pausing his studies to pursue music full-time.

His music offers subtle hints but no definitive stance. Songs like "Beautiful Things" include lyrics such as "I want you, I need you, oh God / Don't take these beautiful things that I've got," which could reflect a personal dialogue with a higher power, consistent with Christian or Mormon themes of gratitude and dependence on God. Similarly, "In the Stars" contains lines like "I'm screaming at a God, I don't know if I believe in," hinting at a complex relationship with faith—possibly doubt or a spiritual struggle—rather than a firm rejection or affirmation. These references suggest spirituality plays a role in his life, but they're broad enough to resonate universally rather than tie him to a specific doctrine.

Boone's mentor, Dan Reynolds of Imagine Dragons, also grew up Mormon and has been vocal about navigating that faith, eventually distancing himself from it. Fan speculation finds Boone perhaps drifting from the Mormon church, as evidenced by behavior such as his performances and romantic relationships.