Sofia St James -

At 19, she joined the U.S. Army, serving nine years as a . Her service included a deployment during Operation Enduring Freedom. After returning home, she faced a personal challenge when her only child was born prematurely at four months and spent 89 days in the NICU—a hospital where she herself worked as a nurse. Creative and Advocacy Work

: A New York Times bestselling author known for "romantasy" and ghost stories. sofia st james

: A singer-songwriter and Top 11 finalist from Season 18 of American Idol . At 19, she joined the U

Today, she is known as a published model, performer, and mental health advocate. Her work spans various creative platforms, including: she joined the U.S. Army