Who Are Drake Milligan Parents Jim And Angela? The ‘AGT’ Singer Played Elvis Presley On The CMT Show Sun Records
Drake Milligan is a popular actor and singer from the United States who is most known for playing Elvis Presley in the CMT television series Sun Records and, more recently, for his performances on American Idol and America’s Got Talent.
His parents, Jim Milligan and Angela Milligan raised him in Mansfield, Texas. Despite competing on American Idol in 2018, Milligan eventually withdrew since he was not yet ready for the program.
On June 8, 2022, the American singer and his band debuted on America’s Got Talent. He sang his original song ‘Sounds Like Something I’d Do,’ which received four overwhelming ‘yes’ votes.
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Meet Drake Milligan Father Jim Milligan And Mother Angela Milligan
Drake Milligan was born to his supportive parents, Jim and Angela Milligan.
He was influenced by the country music his dad listened to, notably Merle Haggard, in addition to an Elvis lookalike he witnessed perform at a neighboring restaurant, according to his bio documented by Wikipedia.
Jim, 57, founded the Hunter Recycling, Inc. company in April 1996 and the Champs Foundation, which was founded in September 2011. He obtained his high school diploma from Kennedale High School.
Similarly, Angela is the daughter of Glen E. Clover and Sue Ginn. Her father joined the U.S. Navy as an ensign and was assigned as a Naval Aviation Officer to Patrol Squadron 26 in Brunswick, Maine.
In 1962, he was awarded the Armed Forces Expeditionary Medal in recognition of his support of the Cuban Missile Blockade. In 1964, Ed departed the Navy and returned to his native Oklahoma.
Besides, Drake, in one of his interviews, revealed that his mom and dad are the greatest source of inspiration for him. He frequently posts their photos to his Instagram account.
Drake Milligan Played Elvis Presley On The CMT Show Sun Records
Drake Milligan grew up learning everything there was to know about Elvis Presley through seeing movies, concerts, and listening to music. As a result, he finally got the part of Elvis on the CMT show ‘Sun Records.’
Milligan was connected to Chuck Mead, a singer of the country band BR5-49, through his work as Elvis and was eager to study more about singing and recording country songs from him.
The young singer first realized he aspired to pursue a career as a country musician when he played Elvis on the Sun Records. He was also able to deepen his understanding of the background of country music.
Drake and a young Elvis in the 1950s had remarkable striking similarities. The AGT singer was wearing a replica Hamilton Ventura watch that looked exactly like the one Elvis Presley wore in his movies when on a CMT.com interview.
Drake Milligan Net Worth 2022: How Much Does The AGT Singer Earn?
Drake Milligan has earned a net worth of around $2 million throughout his music career.
During his final year of high school, Drake relocated from Texas to Nashville, Tennessee, where he went in a recording audition for BBR Music Group. The label first turned him down but, six months later, acquired him.
The AGT performer’s self-titled debut extensive play, which Tony Brown produced, was delivered in July 2021. He launched the “Cowgirl for Christmas” holiday track on October 22, 2021.
Milligan and saxophonist Avery Dixon were announced as the two finalists on August 10, 2022, competing for a $1 million reward and a headline performance in Las Vegas.
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