I was THRILLED getting to chat with this young lady! I have been a fan of hers since I first heard her sing. I was blessed to have her open for a couple of shows I was involved with in Florida. I KNEW she was going places. Proud of you honey!
KATIE O, 18
Team Reba
Hometown & Resident of Jacksonville, FL
As a child, Katie always had a love for music. She would sing around the house and learn her schoolwork by making up songs. Katie spent a lot of time at the beach and at her grandparents' house on the river.
Growing up with three older brothers, she loved outdoor activities like fishing and shrimping with her family. Katie's earliest memories of fishing and shrimping were with her dad, whom she unfortunately lost when she was 9. Thankfully, her relationship with God, loving family and love for music got her through that hard time. After performing at an open mic at a local restaurant, Katie started to seriously pursue music. She then knew singing was her calling. Soon, she began singing all over the U.S. at restaurants, fairs, veteran events, festivals and Jacksonville's own River Taxi. Katie decided to take a year off from college to prioritize her music. She's focused on performing at new places, releasing music and songwriting. Katie is excited to see where this year takes her.
