• Joanna Pacitti is a singer and actress. She appeared as a contestant on the eighth season of American Idol. She was disqualified in February 2009 for her relationship with executives on the show.MTV: Joanna Pacitti DiIsqualified From Idol (February 12, 2009)
  • Idol Scandal

    Star Magazine broke news of a potential scandal concerning the contestant on February 5, 2009.Star Magazine: American Idol's Biggest Scandal Ever (February 5, 2009) Aside from having signed a previous record deal and having her songs featured in television and movies, Pacitti reportedly has a close relationship with two people working for Idol's production company, 19 Entertainment.Star Magazine: American Idol's Biggest Scandal Ever (February 5, 2009) Michelle Young has been referred to as "my manager" by Pacitti, and Roger Widynowski has been described as something of a catalyst for her success.Star Magazine: American Idol's Biggest Scandal Ever (February 5, 2009) In addition, the three allegedly lived in the same Los Angeles apartment building at one time.Star Magazine: American Idol's Biggest Scandal Ever (February 5, 2009)
  • Annie

    Joanna Pacitti was hired for the Broadway musical Annie at 12 years old after winning a nationwide contest sponsored by Macy's. Before her contract was up, Pacitti was replaced as Annie and her family sued the production staff for millions, claiming she had won the contest fair and square and deserved to retain the prize of playing the role. The suit was reportedly settled out of court.CNN.com: Annie Star Fired, Replaced by Understudy (February 27, 1997)
  • Music

    At the age of 16, Pacitti was signed to Geffen Records and released the album This Crazy Life in 2006. She has since been released from her contract, making her eligible to appear on American Idol.FOX News: American Idol Fields Handful of Semi-Pro Singers (January 22, 2009)
  • Wasn't That By Britney?

    The song "Out From Under" was sung by Pacitti for the Bratz movie soundtrack in 2007. It has since been covered by Britney Spears for her Circus album that was released on December 2, 2008.TMZ: Britney Gets Sloppy Seconds (January 23, 2009)
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