Always up for a charitable outing, Katharine McPhee stepped out for the City of Hope's "12 Stops of Christmas" at Hollywood and Highland in Hollywood on Wednesday (December 16).

The "American Idol" alum was in quite the cheerful mood, smiling away as she got a haircut from a dressed-up Edward Scissorhands.

She’s always happy to use her fame to benefit a good cause, and last night (November 18) Katharine McPhee was spotted at the VH1 Save the Music Big Shopping Holiday Event in New York City.

The “American Idol” alum looked lovely as she struck a few poses for the paparazzi, sporting a black scoopneck top with a black skirt, red patterned stockings and red heels.

She’s always looking to use her fame for the benefit of others, and last night (September 29) Katharine McPhee was spotted at the Rock a Little Feed a Lot Benefit Concert in Los Angeles.

The “American Idol” alum looked absolutely fabulous as she arrived at the event, sporting a black zip-up vest overtop a grey blouse with skin-tight black trousers and black heels.