All About David Archuleta

David Archuleta,the runnerup in American Idol’s seventh season in spring 2008, will be the halftime entertainment for the 2009 Brut Sun Bowl.

Here are a few quick facts about Archuleta.

Age: 19

Hometown: Murray, Utah

Favorite Quote: “You’ll never be lonely if you learn to befriend yourself.” Audition City: San Diego Musical Influences: Natalie Cole, Stevie Wonder, Kirk Franklin, Bryan Adams.

Archuleta released “David Archuleta,” his debut album in 2008. In October of this year he released “Christmas from the Heart,” which has been on the Billboard Top 200 chart for nine weeks. It is currently at No. 47 on the Top 200 chart.

He recently wrapped up his Christmas from the Heart Tour.

Archuleta recently told MTV News that he has begun writing his third album, but no release date for the album has been set. In the interview, he also talked about wanting to make the next album more relatable to listeners. Watch the MTV News interview here.

Sources: American Idol, DisneyDreaming.com