Does ‘American Idol’ Alum Iam Tongi Have a Girlfriend? Inside His Love Life
More than two years after Iam Tongi won Season 21 of American Idol in 2023, he’s returning to ABC for a performance during the Disney Parks Magical Christmas Day Parade. He’ll be singing “The Christmas Song” during the holiday special on Christmas Day.
Since his time on the singing competition, Tongi has kept fans updated on his career, while also giving some snippets about his personal life. Scroll down for everything we know about whether he’s in a relationship.
Does Iam Tongi have a girlfriend?
Yes, Iam has a girlfriend named Leah, whom he often posts about on social media.
Who is Iam Tongi’s girlfriend?
Little is known about Leah. Her birthday is on September 25, and Iam wrote a sweet message to her for the occasion earlier this year.
“Happy birthday to this beautiful woman💕,my home , I love you so much babe❤️❤️,” he shared on Instagram. “You mean the world to me, and I just want you to know.. I’m not going anywhere😂 last picture is for you.”
Per her Instagram, Leah is very dedicated to her faith. She has a link to the Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints in her bio. In September 2024, she also posted on TikTok, “Sunday is the best day of the week 🤷🏽♀️ Love the lord 🙌🏽❤️.”
How long have Iam Tongi and Leah been dating?
Iam and Leah have been dating for two years. They celebrated their two-year anniversary on December 3, 2025.
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“I’ve been counting down the days to say this lol … HAPPY ANNIVERSARY myhandsomeeee 😍🥰❤️ being with you for 2 years has taught me soooo much , you’ve made me a better person and you continue to help me be the best version of myself,” Leah wrote in an Instagram post for the occasion. “You’ve taught me patience , kindness even to those that have hurt me , and to love even when times get rough. You’ve helped me see the world and people in a beautiful way , you’ve helped me forgive , and to let go even though I have all the right to feel the way I feel.”
Unfortunately, they had to spend the day apart, as Iam was away on tour. “Although we’re not together today I’ll be waiting for our ft date after the show,” Leah added, to which Iam replied, “I love you babe and we’ll have a FaceTime date later 😂❤️❤️.”
Iam wrote his own public message to Leah on their two-year, as well. “Happy 2 year anniversary ❤️❤️beautiful . To woman that changed my life , I just want to tell you that you mean so much to me you are what keeps me going and keeps me motivated And I just wanted to thank you for putting up with me for two years!!” he gushed.
Leah also posted a tribute on the one-year anniversary of the pair officially becoming a couple. “1 year ago I sure did force him to make me his girlfriend ☺️ happy anniversary babe , I love you forever more,” she wrote in December 2024.
Disney Parks Magical Christmas Day Parade 2025, Thursday, December 25, 10a/9c, ABC
