Mara Justine is an American singer. She is famous for being a contestant on the 24th season of NBC's "The Voice". In the finale, it was disclosed that Lila Forde claimed the 5th place, Jacquie Roar secured the 4th place, and Mara Justine earned the 3rd place. The ultimate victor emerged as Virginia blues rocker Huntley, while Ruby Leigh secured the second-place position. Before her stint on "The Voice," Mara made her debut on Season 9 of "America's Got Talent," showcasing her talent on a national platform, although she faced elimination in the top 12 Final round. In 2018, she continued her journey in the spotlight by participating in the 16th season of "American Idol," where, regrettably, she experienced elimination before reaching the coveted top 10.
Early Life
Mara Justine, born on February 28, 2002, hails from Galloway, New Jersey, USA. She is American by nationality and her ethnicity is American-White. She celebrated her 21st birthday in 2023. Her zodiac sign falls under Pisces. She comes from a close-knit family. The daughter of Linda Platt, a resilient cancer survivor and single mother, and Bill Platt, her upbringing was marked by love and support, despite her father's limited involvement in her life.
Mara shares her journey with four siblings—two brothers, Ryan Platt and Brandon Piatt, and two sisters, Jacey Marie (a fellow singer and YouTuber who collaborates with Mara) and Alyssa Platt. The familial bond is strong, with Mara considering her family as her biggest fans and a wellspring of inspiration.
From a tender age, Mara exhibited a passion for singing, drawing influence from iconic artists such as Whitney Houston, Mariah Carey, and Celine Dion. Her vocal talents were honed by renowned vocal coach Sal Dupree, who has also worked with notable artists like Bianca Ryan, Lou Gazarra, and Tiffany Evans.
Career
- Mara Justine has a notable history in singing competitions, making her debut on the ninth season of America's Got Talent in 2014 at the tender age of 11.
- Her performance of Jennifer Hudson's "And I Am Telling You I'm Not Going" left an indelible impression on both judges and the audience, propelling her to the finals.
- She continued to showcase her talent with a rendition of Pink's "Perfect."
- Despite her remarkable journey, she faced elimination in the top 12, falling short of reaching the coveted top 6.
- In 2018, she embarked on another singing competition journey, auditioning for the 16th season of American Idol with a soulful rendition of Rihanna's "Love on the Brain."
- Her stellar performance earned her a golden ticket to Hollywood, where she progressed to the top 24 and collaborated with Rachel Platten.
- Demonstrating her vocal prowess, Mara advanced to the top 14, enchanting the audience with Whitney Houston's "Run to You" and later "This Is Me" from The Greatest Showman.
- Despite her impressive run, she faced elimination before reaching the top 10.
- Undeterred, Mara returned to the spotlight in 2023, auditioning for the 24th season of The Voice with Elton John's "Goodbye Yellow Brick Road."
- Her amazing performance garnered a unanimous four-chair turn and a standing ovation from the coaches.
- Opting to join Team John Legend, Mara earned high praise as "one of the most gifted vocalists I've ever been around."
- During the battle round of The Voice season 24, Justine faced off against Kaylee Shimizu and Caleb Sasser, both teammates from John Legend's camp, as they collectively performed "You're the One That I Want" from Grease, delivering a lively and engaging performance.
- Although John Legend chose to keep Kaylee, both Mara and Caleb were snatched up by Niall Horan and Gwen Stefani, respectively.
- Joining Team Niall, she received high praise from the former One Direction member, who expressed being "blown away" by her voice.
- In the knockout round, Mara chose "Without You" by Harry Nilsson, delivering a breathtaking and emotional performance that earned her yet another standing ovation.
- Niall Horan decided to advance Mara, choosing her over his other artist, Mac Royals, stating that Mara was "a true artist" and "a compelling storyteller."
- In the playoff round, she dedicated her rendition of "You've Got the Love" by Florence + the Machine to her mother, who was battling cancer.
- Her powerful and heartfelt performance resonated with both coaches and the audience, securing her place as one of Niall's three finalists, alongside Huntley and Nini Iris.
- Niall praised Mara, calling her performance "by far her best of the season" and noting that she possessed "a one-in-a-million voice."
- The finale of "The Voice" revealed the elimination of Lila Forde (5th place), Jacquie Roar (4th place), and Mara Justine (3rd place). The ultimate winner was Virginia blues rocker Huntley, with Ruby Leigh securing the second-place spot.
- Mara Justine has established a prolific discography, releasing a myriad of songs and albums, both as a solo artist and in collaboration with her sister, Jacey Marie.
- Among her notable singles are "I'll Be There" (2019), "In the Making" (2019), "You're the Reason" (2019), "I'm Coming Home" (2019), "This Christmas" (2019), "Better Days" (2020), "I'm Not Perfect" (2020), "Runaway" (2020), and "Lose Control" (2021).
- Complementing her singles, Justine has curated several albums that showcase her musical evolution, including "Mara Justine" (2019), "In the Making" (2019), and "Better Days" (2020).
Net Worth
Mara Justine, the emerging singer, has amassed a noteworthy net worth of $7 million by 2023 through diverse income streams. Leveraging her musical talents, social media presence, and television appearances, she has secured a substantial annual salary of thousands of dollars. Her financial success is poised to soar even higher as she embarks on her journey in The Voice season 24. She is currently enjoying a cool lifestyle.
Personal Life
Mara Justine is currently single and she is fully focusing on her singing career and education over romantic entanglements. Having never engaged in any romantic relationships or affairs thus far, she maintains a private stance on her personal life, refraining from divulging much on social media. As she navigates through life, Mara seeks a partner who will embrace her for her authentic self and respect her aspirations and dreams. She is straight when it comes to her sexuality.
Body Measurements
Mara Justine, a beautiful singer, possesses a distinctive physical presence. Standing at the height of 5 feet 3 inches tall (1.60 meters) with a weight of around 50 kg (110 lbs), she exudes a slim and fit body shape that complements her unique style. Mara's light brown hair and hazel eyes add to her allure, and she often showcases versatility by experimenting with different hairstyles and colors to reflect her mood and fashion preferences. Mara can often be seen in casual attire, favoring jeans, t-shirts, hoodies, and sneakers. She has got a healthy body as of now.
