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Hindustan Times
19-05-2025
- Entertainment
- Hindustan Times
American Idol 2025 winner: Who won the finale today?
American Idol Season 23 is set to announce its winner. The fight is between top 2 - John Foster and Jamal Roberts after Breanna Nix was ousted from the race on Sunday. John Foster, a 27-year-old musician and part-time music teacher from Addis, Louisiana, emerged as a standout contestant on American Idol Season 23, reaching the top three in the finale. Born and raised in Addis, Foster auditioned in Los Angeles with Elton John's 'I'm Still Standing,' earning a Golden Ticket to Hollywood, as reported by WAFB. His soulful performances, including an original song, 'Tell That Angel I Love Her,' dedicated to high school friends Maggie Dunn and Caroline Gill who died in a 2023 car accident, resonated with audiences during the Top 20 'Songs of Faith' special, per Entertainment Now. A parade in Addis on May 14, 2025, honored his Idol success. Foster released an updated version of 'Tell That Angel I Love Her' before the finale, available on Spotify and Apple Music. His journey was marked by growth, with judge Luke Bryan praising his newfound confidence. Ahead of the finale, he told Baton Rouge's WBRZ, 'My hometown visit was proof of the fact that even if I were to be eliminated at number 3, I would forever have a place in the industry somewhere. Addis, Brusly, Plaquemine, Port Allen, Baton Rouge, you've been supporting me in my early days while I was still honing my artistry in those bars, restaurants, and venues.' Jamal Roberts, a 27-year-old physical education teacher from Meridian, Mississippi, captivated American Idol Season 23 audiences, securing a top three spot in the finale. A father of three daughters—Harmoni (6), Lyrik (4), and Gianna Grace (born April 2025)—Roberts is married, though his wife's name remains undisclosed. He auditioned with Rick James's 'Mary Jane,' wowing judges Lionel Richie, Luke Bryan, and Carrie Underwood, and advanced through Hollywood with performances like Chris Stapleton's 'Tennessee Whiskey' and Teddy Swims's 'The Door". His rendition of Tom Odell's 'Heal' for the Top 12 'Iconic American Idol Moments' theme, described as a 'gospel prayer,' was a highlight, released as a single before the finale. Roberts, the fourth Mississippian to reach Idol's top three, received a hero's welcome in Meridian.
Time of India
05-05-2025
- Entertainment
- Time of India
American Idol 2025 contestants: Top 10 perform on Ladies' Night as two singers are sent home; find out who made it to the top 8
American Idol 2025 contestants: It was a powerful night of performances on American Idol Season 23 as the Top 10 took the stage on Sunday, May 4, to compete for a spot in the Top 8. Themed 'Ladies' Night,' the live episode featured contestants singing songs made famous by iconic women in music, with a special guest appearance from country star Miranda Lambert. Fans across the United States had the power to decide who would stay and who would go, with live voting taking place during the show. Only eight contestants moved on to compete in Monday night's (May 5) Judge's Song Contest, where the Top 7 will be revealed, making every performance count. Who made it to the Top 8? After an exciting round of performances and live voting, the following singers advanced to the Top 8: John Foster Jamal Roberts Mattie Pruitt Breanna Nix Thunderstorm Artis Slater Nalley Gabby Samone Josh King Each of these contestants impressed both the judges and viewers at home, earning enough votes to continue their journey toward becoming the next American Idol. Who was eliminated? Unfortunately, the night came to an end for two contestants: Canaan James Hill Kolbi Jordan Both singers delivered heartfelt performances but ultimately did not secure enough votes to move forward. What's next for contestants? The Top 8 return to the stage on Monday night for the fan-favourite Judge's Song Contest, where each judge picks a song for the contestants to sing, without revealing who chose which one. By the end of the episode, only seven singers will remain in the competition. As the finale draws closer, the pressure is rising, and every note counts. Although judges Carrie Underwood, Lionel Richie, and Luke Bryan no longer decide who moves forward, they continue to offer feedback and guidance to help viewers make their voting choices. American Idol airs Sundays and Mondays at 8 p.m. ET/PT on ABC, with next-day streaming available on Hulu.
