The Tragedy Of Fantasia Barrino Is So Sad

The Tragedy Of Fantasia Barrino Is So Sad. When Fantasia Barrino won the third season of "American Idol" in 2004, she was a 19-year-old single mother from North Carolina. Her seemingly gritty backstory was the very reason many "Idol" fans rallied around her throughout the competition. But even after her Idol victory, Barrino continued to face challenges. Keep watching to learn more about Barrino's challenging life, from her difficult early years through her time in the limelight and the pressures of fame.