Claire Khodara
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| Born | Claire Fuller 1985 (age 40–41) Philadelphia, Pennsylvania, U.S. |
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| Years active | c. 2000–present |
| Website | clairekhodara |
Claire Khodara (née Fuller; born 1985) is an American recording artist, entrepreneur, and podcast host. She is known for her background in classical vocal training, her appearance on American Idol Season 9, and her work in live music performance and entertainment production.[1][2]
Early life and education
Khodara was born in 1985 in Philadelphia, Pennsylvania.[2] She received classical vocal training at the Accademia Nazionale di Santa Cecilia in Rome.[3] Khodara graduated from Temple University, where she studied in the School of Communications and Theater.[4][5]
Career
Khodara performed as a classical vocalist and soprano, including performances associated with Vatican events during her early career.[6] In 2010, she competed on the ninth season of American Idol.[3][7]
In 2012, Khodara founded STARROCK Productions, a talent booking company based in New York City, which has since expanded to Los Angeles.[8][9]
She also worked as a live performer at venues in the United States and the United Kingdom. She released recorded music, including the album Brand New (2014).[2][10]
In 2022, she released the album Modern Lullaby, with proceeds supporting autism-related charities.[6][1]
Other activities
In March 2024, Khodara collaborated with the fashion brand Lafayette 148 on a capsule collection inspired by her late mother, artist Martha Madigan, with a launch event in New York City.[13][8]
Khodara has attended fashion industry events hosted by brands including goop, Tod's, and Chanel, and has hosted events for Dior and Max Mara. In 2026, Khodara attended the opening gala for the David Geffen Galleries at the Los Angeles County Museum of Art in Los Angeles.[14]
Discography
- Brand New (2014)
- Modern Lullaby (2022)
References
- 1 2 Peukert, Amanda (2022-04-29). "Claire Khodara Makes Modern Lullabies for a Cause". SPIN. Retrieved 2026-06-01.
- 1 2 3 "Meet Claire Khodara | Recording Artist, Entrepreneur, + Autism Advocate – SHOUTOUT MIAMI". shoutoutmiami.com. 2022-04-27. Retrieved 2026-06-01.
- 1 2 "Taking Off". Local 802 AFM. 2017-03-03. Retrieved 2026-06-01.
- ↑ Achilles, Julia (2010-10-26). "Pop Star Passport". The Temple News. Retrieved 2026-06-09.
- ↑ Writer, Peter Mucha, Inquirer Staff (2010-01-13). "‘Idol’ likes Temple student who had a Vatican gig". Inquirer.com. Retrieved 2026-06-09.
{{cite web}}: CS1 maint: multiple names: authors list (link) - 1 2 Suhrawardi, Rebecca. "Singer Claire Khodara Releases Modern Lullaby Album For Autism Awareness". Forbes. Retrieved 2026-06-01.
- ↑ "Meredith Vieira dishes on her talk show's 'growing pains' | New York Post". 2015-09-02. Retrieved 2026-06-01.
- 1 2 Mercer, Emily (2024-03-08). "Pioneering Artist Martha Madigan's Work Lives On in Lafayette 148's International Women's Day Collection". WWD. Retrieved 2026-06-01.
- ↑ Zebe, Mike (2016-03-05). "Young Friends of the Philadelphia Museum of Art". Inquirer.com. Retrieved 2026-06-01.
- ↑ posts, David Graver View (2017-01-06). "Khodara: Billie". COOL HUNTING®. Retrieved 2026-06-01.
- ↑ "Meet Claire Khodara: Podcast Host, Founder and Jewelry Lover". Only Natural Diamonds. 2025-12-19. Retrieved 2026-06-01.
- ↑ "Listener Numbers, Contacts, Similar Podcasts - You Good?". Rephonic. Retrieved 2026-06-01.
- ↑ Vogue (2024-03-14). "Claire Khodara and Grace Fuller Marroquin's Lafayette 148 Collaboration Celebrates Women—One in Particular". Vogue. Retrieved 2026-06-01.
- ↑ Tapp, Tom (2026-04-17). "LACMA Geffen Galleries Opening Gala Brings Out Artists, Supermodels, Oscar Winners & Studio Chiefs – Photo Gallery". Deadline. Retrieved 2026-06-01.