The 21-year-old former American Idol made the announcement late Thursday night on Facebook.
Louisiana native Laine Hardy performs Queen’s “Fat Bottomed Girls” during an episode of the singing competition “American Idol” that aired April 28, 2019 on ABC. LAINE HARDYFormer “American Idol” winner Laine Hardy said Thursday that a warrant has been issued for him by the Louisiana State University Police Department.
The 21-year-old made the announcement in a post to his Facebook page, and said the warrant was issued “due to allegations made against me.” Hardy did not elaborate on what the allegations were or the nature of the investigation, but he did write that he was cooperating with police. “I understand that my career has thrust me into the public spotlight, and I embrace that wholeheartedly as my entire world belongs to my music and my fans,” he wrote. “However, due to the sensitive nature of this allegation, I humbly ask for privacy at this time. I have the utmost respect for the law, and will assist in their investigation as needed moving forward.”LSU confirmed that there was an active investigation involving Hardy, but would not provide further information regarding the case.
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