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A self-described "country" girl, Fantasia Barrino won the third season of American Idol at just 19...and her life would never be the same. The fan favorite, whose huge voice even made Simon Cowell drool, seemed destined for super stardom. Her first album went platinum, breaking Billboard charts and garnering Grammy nominations in four categories. Her autobiographical book made the New York Times bestseller list, and she landed the lead role in Oprah Winfrey's Broadway production of The Color Purple.

Fantasia For Real - Episode 9

Clips and outtakes from the first season.

Fantasia For Real - Episode 8

Fantasia is off to NY to complete her new album. Back in Charlotte, Fantasia's BFF Santezja invites her to speak at the homeless shelter where Santezja grew up. Fantasia feels more grateful than ever to have her own family, and is inspired her to visit her Dad. The meeting is tense, but at least it's a start in the right direction. Fantasia returns to Charlotte to a surprise party! Her entire family thanks her for all of her hard work and support--they're finally ready to stand on their own two feet. Fantasia's got a new album and a new attitude...she's on her way!

Fantasia For Real - Episode 7

Fantasia and her mom perform "He's Done Enough" at a gospel festival. Later, Fantasia learns that her mother and stepfather have moved out without telling her.

Fantasia For Real - Episode 6

Fantasia hires a tutor nine years after dropping out of high school to determine her academic level.

Fantasia For Real - Episode 5

An impatient Fantasia returns to New York to speak with the President of J Records about her album. The meeting's a success...time to make some music! But when Fantasia learns that her daughter, Zion is struggling in school, she's motivated to break the Barrino "generational curse" of abandoning their education. Fantasia's ready to get her GED. Meanwhile, Ricco is testing his solo waters and invites Fantasia to sing on his new song. But when Fantasia insists that Teeny be included, Ricco and Teeny have a showdown in the studio. Against everyone's better judgment, Fantasia steps out on faith and tries to save a floundering Teeny by inviting him to sing background in her band.

Fantasia For Real - Episode 4

Teeny sees Fantasia in "The Color Purple" and tries to mend fences with her.

Fantasia For Real - Episode 3

After a triumphant return to The Color Purple, Fantasia finds herself back at home negotiating her family drama. And what better way to decompress than to do a little birthday shopping! Fantasia and her brother, Ricco fly off to New York to perform at the world-famous Apollo theater. The audience is filled with her idols, including Prince and Quincy Jones, and Fantasia brings down the house! Back home in Charlotte, however, Fantasia extends an olive branch to Teeny, only to be met by hysterics.

Fantasia For Real - Episode 2