What religion is Kevin from Pentatonix?

Personal life. Olusola is a Seventh-day Adventist. He is fluent in Mandarin Chinese.

Why did Pentatonix replace a member?

Pentatonix is losing an instrument. In an emotional Facebook video post on Friday, singer Avi Kaplan announced his decision to leave the a cappella group, saying he became overwhelmed by the organization’s “fast pace.”

Is Pentatonix from Utah?

Pentatonix (abbreviated PTX) is an American a cappella group from Arlington, Texas, currently consisting of vocalists Mitch Grassi, Scott Hoying, Kirstin Maldonado, Kevin Olusola, and Matt Sallee.

Did Pentatonix lose a member?

Pentatonix member Avi Kaplan announced in a tearful video Friday (May 12) that he has decided to step back from the a cappella group.

Who in Pentatonix is LGBT?

Two of Pentatonix’s members, Scott Hoying and Mitch Grassi, are openly gay, and the group vocally supports the LGBT community. We’re super excited to see what’s next for Pentatonix!

What is Avi Kaplan’s religion?

Kaplan is of Russian and Ukrainian Jewish descent, which was the cause of repeated bullying as a child. Kaplan loved folk music, and frequently went to the nearby Sequoia National Park, which became an inspiration for his music.