Childhood and Education Journey of Adam Lambert in Timeline

An overview of the childhood and early education of Adam Lambert, highlighting the experiences that shaped the journey.

Adam Lambert is an American singer, songwriter, and actor who gained prominence as the runner-up on American Idol in 2009. His dynamic vocal performances blend theatrical elements with various musical genres. He released his debut album, 'For Your Entertainment,' in the same year, achieving significant commercial success, debuting at number three on the U.S. Billboard 200. The album featured singles like 'Whataya Want from Me,' earning him a Grammy nomination for Best Male Pop Vocal Performance, solidifying his presence in the music industry.

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Full Timeline Early Life & Education Career & Achievements Success & Recognition

January 29, 1982: Adam Lambert's Birth

On January 29, 1982, Adam Mitchel Lambert was born. He is an American singer, songwriter, and actor.

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2000: Attended California State University

After graduating from high school in 2000, Adam Lambert attended California State University, Fullerton, majoring in musical theater, but withdrew after five weeks to pursue a career in the entertainment industry.

June 2009: Rolling Stone Interview Confirmation

In June 2009, Adam Lambert confirmed that he was gay in a Rolling Stone cover interview after being outed on the internet during his bid to win American Idol.

January 2010: Donations to DonorsChoose.org

In January 2010, Adam Lambert asked fans to donate to DonorsChoose.org for his 28th birthday, resulting in $322,700 raised by 2,435 fans.

June 2010: "Glam A Classroom" Campaign

In June 2010, Adam Lambert teamed up with DonorsChoose.org for his "Glam A Classroom" campaign, raising another $208,590, supported by 3,020 fans.

October 2010: Second Signature Collection with The Pennyroyal Studio

In October 2010, Adam Lambert collaborated on a second Signature Collection with The Pennyroyal Studio, raising $43,092 for DonorsChoose.

November 2010: Relationship with Sauli Koskinen

In November 2010, Adam Lambert began a relationship with Finnish entertainment reporter and reality TV personality Sauli Koskinen.

January 2011: charity: water Campaign

In January 2011, Adam Lambert began a campaign to raise $29,000 for charity: water for his 29th birthday, raising $323,803, which helped 16,190 people receive clean water.

October 2011: MTV Dance Party Marathon

In October 2011, the Adam Lambert Glambert Fan Army raised funds to combat bullying in honor of National Bullying Prevention Month through the MTV Dance Party Marathon.

January 2012: "Give Up" Your Birthdays Campaign

In January 2012, Adam Lambert asked fans to "give up" their birthdays in an ongoing drive for charity: water, which raised $82,000 by May 2012.

May 2012: "Give Up" Your Birthdays Campaign Total

By May 2012, Adam Lambert's "Give Up" Your Birthdays campaign for charity: water raised $82,000.

October 2012: Lambert Insures Voice for $48 Million

In October 2012, it was reported that Adam Lambert insured his voice for $48 million.

April 2013: Split with Sauli Koskinen

In April 2013, Adam Lambert announced that he and Sauli Koskinen had split up amicably.

June 2013: charity: water Projects Completed

In June 2013, charity:water listed 55 projects completed with funds raised by Adam Lambert.

April 2019: American Idol Guest Mentor

In April 2019, Lambert mentored American Idol's top 8 finalists on a Queen-themed night, praised for providing advice that improved their performances.

November 2019: End of Relationship with Javi Costa Polo

In November 2019, Adam Lambert's relationship with model Javi Costa Polo ended.

2019: Feel Something Foundation Founded

In late 2019, Adam Lambert founded the non-profit Feel Something Foundation, focusing on LGBTQ+ and human rights activism.

January 2020: Feel Something Foundation Launch

In January 2020, Adam Lambert launched the Feel Something Foundation, an LGBTQ+ non-profit advocacy group, to support LGBTQ+ organizations and abolish the use of 'coming out' as a defining term.

April 2020: GLAAD's Together in Pride Livestream

In April 2020, Adam Lambert participated in GLAAD's Together in Pride: You Are Not Alone livestream event, raising funds for LGBTQ community centers providing critical services during the COVID-19 pandemic.

November 2020: Thanksgiving Meals with Project Angel Food

In November 2020, Adam Lambert, through his "Feel Something Foundation," worked with Project Angel Food to deliver medically tailored Thanksgiving meals to those most vulnerable during COVID.

March 2021: Adam Lambert writing a Broadway-style Rock and Roll Stage Musical

In March 2021, Adam Lambert revealed that he was writing a Broadway-style rock and roll stage musical in collaboration with other songwriters.

July 2021: Project Angel Food KTLA Telethon

In July 2021, Adam Lambert helped raise $1.1 million in funds for Project Angel Food during their KTLA telethon.

August 14, 2021: Los Angeles LGBT Center's Love in Action Telethon Appearance

On August 14, 2021, Adam Lambert appeared on the Los Angeles LGBT Center's Love in Action telethon.

2021: Various performances and appearances

Throughout 2021, Adam Lambert voiced The Devil on A Tale Dark & Grimm, returned to Las Vegas for solo shows, performed on The Queen Family Singalong, collaborated with Darren Criss, performed at the ITV Palooza event, and judged on Starstruck.

2022: Queen + Adam Lambert tour postponed

In 2020, Queen + Adam Lambert announced that their United Kingdom and European tour would be postponed a second time to 2022 with multiple shows subsequently added.

2022: Various performances and appearances

Throughout 2022, Adam Lambert debuted "Ordinary World" and performed on The Voice, judged Britain Get Singing, released "Holding Out for a Hero", performed on The National Lottery's Big Bash, appeared on The Jonathan Ross Show, and performed "Chandelier" on America's Got Talent: All-Stars.