Auditioned and made it to Hollywood on American Idol Season 5, however,
was disqualified because paperwork for her work visa was delayed. When
she auditioned again for Season 7, she made it to Hollywood again, this time having the proper paperwork.
Smithson and her fellow Season 7 contestant Michael Johns were the first non-Americans to appear on American Idol (Smithson was born in Ireland; Johns was born in Australia).
Favorite song is "Crazy on You" by Heart. Performed this song while on the show, as well as on the American Idols LIVE! tour for Season 7.
Husband Todd is a tattoo artist, and owns a tattoo parlor called Nothing Sacred Tattoo. It is located in San Diego, CA.