Mackenzie Sol - Singer
Age: 25
Country: United Kingdom Occupations:
Singer
Domains:
Pop Music
Mackenzie Sol (born Mackenzie Sol Williamson, September 4, 2000) is a British singer, songwriter, actor, and social media personality originally from Sunderland, England, now based in Las Vegas.
He first gained public attention at just four years old when he auditioned for The X Factor (UK) in 2005, earning praise from Simon Cowell. Since then, he has built a multifaceted career:
* Music: Known for a soulful pop sound, his discography includes singles like "Laugh," "Taken" (written by Diane Warren), and "The Other Side." Most recently, in early 2026, he released the single "Praise Jah In The Moonlight."
* American Idol: In 2024, he competed on Season 22 of American Idol, reaching the Top 20 and impressing judges Katy Perry, Lionel Richie, and Luke Bryan with his vocal range and stage presence.
* Acting & Theatre: As a child, he starred in the West End production of Billy Elliot and appeared on the CBBC show The Dumping Ground. He also voiced the character P.U.P. in the Netflix film Pup Star: Better 2Gether.
* Social Media: He is a viral sensation with over 12 million followers on TikTok and millions more across YouTube and Instagram, where he initially gained fame for a mix of music covers, pranks, and comedy content.
Today, he is primarily focused on his music career, aiming to move away from his "influencer" roots to be recognized as a serious recording artist.