Katharine McPhee

thumb|Katharine McPhee (2009) Katharine Hope McPhee (March 25, 1984 –) is an American actress, singer and songwriter. Quotes In my view, I’ve had tons of success but, in the way the world views success and they expect Idols to do, mine has just been a longer journey to get there. And I’m grateful for it. It just makes the journey that much sweeter in the end. 'Smash' scoop: Katharine McPhee talks NBC's new musical drama and life after 'Idol' -- 'Certain casting people didn’t wanna see me' (January 24, 2012) America is a country with so much opportunity. After returning from a recent trip to West Africa, I gained a new perspective on what our country’s colors mean to me. Even in our worst times, we have so much more and give so much. Everywhere I went people wanted to know how they could get to America. On my way home I realized that I now looked at our flag differently. I thought about those that fought so hard for our independence; to give us the right to pursue our dreams. Up Close with Smash Star Katharine McPhee (May 17, 2012) External links Official website Category:Actresses from Los Angeles Category:1984 births Category:Living people Category:Pop singers Category:Singer-songwriters from the United States Category:Women singers from the United States