Jesse Findling singing passionately during his American Idol audition.

    Jesse Findling Overcomes Early Nerves, Soars With Cover Of The Fray On ‘American Idol’

    Posted on March 16, 2026

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    Melinda Lorge

    “But I’m really pushing myself this time to come out of my comfort zone,” Findling said of the song.

    Kutter Bradley; Photo Courtesy of American Idol via ABC

    Kutter Bradley Finds His Own Lane With Rock-Fueled Chris Daughtry Cover On ‘American Idol’

    Posted on March 16, 2026

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    Andrew Wendowski

    To vote for Kutter Bradley, text 6 to 21523, or visit AmericanIdol.com/Vote or by commenting on the pinned post on American Idol’s social media platforms.

    Kyndal Inskeep; Photo Courtesy of American Idol via ABC

    Kyndal Inskeep Leaves Guitar Behind, Delivers Powerful Cover Of Noah Kahan’s “Call Your Mom” On ‘American Idol’

    Posted on March 16, 2026

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    Melinda Lorge

    “For this performance, I very much want to be open and vulnerable,” Inskeep said.

    Genevieve Heyward; Photo Courtesy of American Idol via ABC

    Genevieve Heyward Dazzles With Electrifying Cover Of Chappell Roan’s “Pink Pony Club” Cover On ‘American Idol’

    Posted on March 16, 2026

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    Melinda Lorge

    “I was floored by Genevieve,” Paisley shared of the Idol hopeful.

    Bryant Thomas; Photo Courtesy of American Idol via ABC

    Bryant Thomas Cut From ‘American Idol’ After Soaring Fleetwood Mac Cover That Brought His Dad To Tears

    Posted on March 9, 2026

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    Melinda Lorge

    “I was trying my hardest to get through this song, and that just wasn’t what the judges were looking for this round.”

    Kutter Bradley; Photo Courtesy of American Idol via ABC

    Kutter Bradley Earns Top 20 Spot With Heartfelt “Amarillo Sky” Performance Dedicated To His Parents On ‘American Idol’

    Posted on March 9, 2026

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    Andrew Wendowski

    “You really impressed me with where you went vocally. I enjoyed it. Great job,” Bryan gushed.

    Keyla Richardson; Photo Courtesy of American Idol via ABC

    Keyla Richardson Advances To Top 20 After Sweet Tribute To Her Son On ‘American Idol’

    Posted on March 9, 2026

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    Melinda Lorge

    “My son means the world to me. He’s all I got. He’s my best friend.”

    Hannah Harper, Jesse Findling, Kutter Bradley, Genevieve Heyward and Braden Rumfelt; Photo Courtesy of American Idol via ABC

    Top 20 Revealed On ‘American Idol’: Hannah Harper, Jesse Findling, Kutter Bradley, Genevieve Heyward And More

    Posted on March 9, 2026

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    Andrew Wendowski

    “Take a look America, this is your Top 20 on American Idol,” Ryan Secrest revealed.

    Lucas Leon; Photo Courtesy of American Idol via ABC

    Lucas Leon Tributes His Parents With Cover Of Miranda Lambert’s “The House That Built Me” On ‘American Idol’

    Posted on March 9, 2026

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    Melinda Lorge

    “My parents are here tonight, and they’re who really built me. This one goes out to my family.”

    Brooks Rosser; Photo Courtesy of American Idol via ABC

    Brooks Rosser Wows With Noah Kahan Cover On ‘American Idol,’ Earning Well-Deserved Spot In Top 20

    Posted on March 9, 2026

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    Andrew Wendowski

    “Every time you open your mouth and sing, I want more,” Carrie Underwood gushed of Brooks Rosser’s vocals.

    Jordan McCollough; Photo Courtesy of American Idol via ABC

    Jordan McCullough Scores Platinum Ticket On ‘American Idol’ With Dedication To His Family

    Posted on March 9, 2026

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    Melinda Lorge

    He said, “I would not be sitting here today if it weren’t for my entire family, mom, dad, grandma, uncles, and cousins to show up to places that I needed to perform or sing at. Now I get to live my dream.”

    Jordan McCullough, Brooks Rosser and Kyndal Inskeep; Photo Courtesy of American Idol via ABC

    Jordan McCullough, Brooks Rosser And Kyndal Inskeep Unveiled As Platinum Ticket Recipients On ‘American Idol’

    Posted on March 9, 2026

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    Andrew Wendowski

    McCullough earned his Platinum Ticket through a vote by his peers, while Brooks Rosser was selected by the “Ohana,” and Inskeep scored hers from the “industry tastemakers.”

    Philmon Lee; Photo Courtesy of American Idol via ABC

    Philmon Lee Delivers Powerful Tribute To Late Grandmother On ‘American Idol’ With Kodaline Cover

    Posted on March 9, 2026

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    Melinda Lorge

    “She was a huge supporter of me, and this was one of the songs she loved for me to sing to her,” he continued.

    Kyndal Inskeep; Photo Courtesy of American Idol via ABC

    Kyndal Inskeep Shares Powerful Original Song “Woman Of Me” For Her Mom On ‘American Idol’

    Posted on March 9, 2026

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    Andrew Wendowski

    “My mom is my favorite person in the whole entire world. She has been a backbone and just a rock in my life,” Inskeep shared.

    Jesse Findling; Photo Courtesy of American Idol via ABC

    Jesse Findling Shares Powerful Connection To Ed Sheeran’s Stutter With “Photograph” Performance On ‘American Idol’

    Posted on March 9, 2026

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    Andrew Wendowski

    “Even though he can’t be here taking pictures of me, I know he’s watching right now,” Findling shared.