Meet Laurie and Kevin Byrd, parents of American Idol contestant Marybeth Byrd.
Marybeth has been hailed by her fans as a strong contestant on the show, and moreover, they want to know more about the star they are rooting for. How old are they? Are they still married? What do they do?
These are some of the questions you will find answered as you scroll down this article.
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Who are the parents of American Idol Marybeth Byrd?
American Idol contestant Marybeth Byrd is the daughter of Laurie and Kevin Byrd. In 2022, Marybeth Byrd turned 22 years old.
In 2019, Marybeth made it to the “Top 8” semifinals on NBC’s Season 17 Vote with the help of his trainer John Legend and mentors: Usher and Taylor Swift. Then in 2021, she won “Young Artist of the Year” at the Arkansas Country Music Awards.
She applied for American Idol season 21 and has now made it to the Top 12. Marybeth Byrd finds out that America voted her to the Top 12. She sings “Cover Me Up” by Morgan Wallen before happily walking into the security area.
Meet Laurie Byrd, mother of American Idol Marybeth Byrd
American Idol’s Marybeth Byrd has a mother named Laurie Byrd.
On the occasion of Mother’s Day 2019, Marybeth wished her mom through a post on Facebook. She wrote: “Happy Mother’s Day to this beautiful and talented model of mine! You are a light in everyone’s life and I am so blessed that God chose me to be your daughter. Thank you for always making sure that Jake and I had everything we needed and could want. You are a gift and I appreciate you very much. I love you.”
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Laurie Byrd Age
Laurie Byrd is 47 years old as of this writing in April 2023. She turned one in September 2022.
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Laurie Byrd’s work
Laurie Byrd studied accounting at Arkansas State University. She received her MBA from Arkansas State University in 2008. She graduated from Blytheville High School.
Professionally, Laurie works as a tax collector. She runs Byrd’s tax department.
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Is Laurie Byrd on Instagram?
Laurie Byrd is only on Facebook (@laurie.franklinbyrd).
Meet Kevin Byrd, the father of American Idol Marybeth Byrd
On Father’s Day 2015, Marybeth wished her dad through an IG post, writing, “Happy Father’s Day to my hero ❤️ love this man so much! he never abandoned his little daughter, even in difficult circumstances. so the greatest gift I’ve ever had came from God. I call him dad.”
While on Facebook, during Father’s Day 2022, he wished his dad, “Happy Father’s Day to the one and only Big Byrd! Thank you so much for being such a wonderful father, husband, and grandfather to his grandson! We love you guys.”
Kevin is the son of Jerry Byrd and Genia Byrd. Sadly, Jerry passed away in October 2019. His wife, Genia, is now 74 years old and lives in Kennett, Missouri.
- The Kevin Byrd era
As of 2023, Kevin Byrd is 51 years old. Although his birth year is 1971, his birth month is July.
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Kevin Byrd’s Business
At Facebook, Kevin Byrd works as a bulldozer operator at Langston Enterprises, Inc. He attended Three Rivers Community College (Missouri) and graduated from Kennett High School.
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Kevin Byrd on Instagram?
No, Kevin Byrd is not available on Instagram. Find it here on Facebook instead.
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Are Marybeth Byrd’s parents still together?
Yes, Marybeth Byrd’s parents are still together. They have been happily married for 26 years and celebrate their anniversary at the end of June 2022.
- Where do Marybeth Byrd’s parents live?
Marybeth Byrd’s parents live in Blytheville, Arkansas.
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How many children did Marybeth Byrd’s parents have?
Kevin and Laurie Byrd are the parents of two children. They have a son named Jake Byrd.
On Jake’s birthday in August 2021, Marybeth wrote: “Happy birthday Jake Byrd You are the best brother in the world and an even better “uncle” to Owen, hahaha! Yeah, being your big sister and all, I take care of you… but I’m sure you always take such care of me… Thanks for being my best friend, but you fight me until we take mom and dad. crazy. You are truly special and unique. I love them, I wouldn’t trade them for anything and I had a great time this week. I wish you the best day.”
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