NEWS‘American Idol’ Finalists Jessica Sanchez & DeAndre Brackensick Are Dating!
July 20 2012, Published 4:36 a.m. ET
Jessica Sanchez, 16, and DeAndre Brackensick, 17, might not have walked away winners on Season 11 of American Idol, but something tells us they’ll be just fine.
On a July 19 UStream chat, Jessica decided to go public with a secret she’s been keeping from her fans, but not before she had them take a few guesses.
“I got a secret and I want you guys to guess. I’ll nod if it’s no or yes!”
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After a few misses, one fan finally got it right! “Got a boyfriend?” they asked.
“Yup. DeAndre. Hahah. He’s my boyfriend. Love you guys. Byeeee!,” Jessica revealed.
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Idol fans were left stunned when the runner-up signed off the video stream, but her new beau took to Twitter to confirm Jessica’s confession. “Me and Jessica are officially dating : ) Yes Jessica is my girlfriend : )" DeaAndre Tweeted.
The teens are currently taking their romance on the road this summer for the American Idol Season 11 tour. Will the couple be able to make it across the country? We’ll just have to wait and see.
