American Idol Finale on Sunday May 21

Iam sang the cutest song on Disney Night, called "Lava."

I never heard it before, and I think it's such an adorable song!

The hillbillies already voted out the one who should be the winner, We Ani.

Young white country male will win, like usual.

Is the country singer the favorite to win?

[quote] ‘American Idol’ outrage! Fans say Wé Ani was robbed of spot in finale

“American Idol” fans were outraged Sunday night when Wé Ani was eliminated after two powerhouse performances on “Disney Night.” The 24-year old performer from New York received high praise from judges Luke Bryan, Katy Perry and Lionel Richie after belting out “Into the Unknown” from “Frozen II” and “The Climb” from “Hannah Montana: The Movie.” But it wasn’t enough to rally the votes, and despite fans voting her the best of the night in our recent poll, she was sent packing alongside Mississippi’s Zachariah Smith.

Following two hours of inspired performances, host Ryan Seacrest announced the three finalists were Colin Stough, Iam Tongi and Megan Danielle. They’ll sit down with mentor (and former judge) Keith Urban prior to the main event on Sunday, May 21. Wé had been forecasted to make the finale since our Season 21 predictions center opened.

Here are a few fan reactions:

“Will never watch this show again. Pitiful. Wé Ani was heads above in talent.” – Elise

“Terrible results. Wé is the best. ” – Joanne

“This is the first time the voters of American Idol have brought me to tears. No way should Wé have gone home.” – Barbara

“Wé Ani gave the best performances, Come on!!! Rigged” – Marc Lewis

“Very disappointed in the top 3, Wé Ani shouldn’t have gone home.” – Patricia Smith

Despite the fans’ disappointment in Wé’s early ouster, Iam continues to be the season-long front-runner. Will he ride this wave to a victory for Hawaii? Or will Colin or Megan stage yet another upset? Tune in Sunday, May 21 (8:00 p.m. ET/5:00 p.m. PT) on ABC to vote for your favorite and watch the results live coast-to-coast.

How We Ani is not in the final? She is fantastic

I can't believe American Idol is still a thing.

Very high level of talent this year. Can’t really quibble. I’m going with Colin. I think he’s got a lot if potential and has shown the most growth which suggests he’s not yet at his peak.

Kylie Minogue is performing! Probably her new single, 'Padam Padam' which is out tomorrow (18th May).

GET READY BITCHES!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!

What kind of names are "We Ani" and "Iam Tongi?"

Ridiculous!

Will the finale be on FOX?

Iam's voice is like buttah.

I can see him going far, win or lose.

Tonight is the finale.

The 2002 me would've been very invested in this.

I can’t watch these shows anymore because of the voters. My faves are always robbed. Even in the earlier seasons there were terrible eliminations (Jennifer Hudson).

Well if it's any consolation, Kylie Minogue will be performing tonight on the show.

American Idol performers list: Who’s performing at the American Idol finale 2023?

After a long journey for us, but especially the contestants, we’re finally going to find out who is the next American Idol winner! The American Idol 2023 season finale airs tonight on ABC. Who are you voting for?

To tune in, make sure you’ve freed up your night because the episode is an extra long one! The finale begins at 8 p.m. ET and runs for three hours. During that time, the Top 3 contestants will be mentored by Keith Urban, and will give us performances for the last time to secure our live votes at home.

While of course Colin Stough, Iam Tongi, and Megan Danielle will be taking the Idol stage, the exciting night also has a slew of artists lined up to keep us entertained throughout the night. Who can you expect to see? We’ve got the answer for you below!

Who is performing at the American Idol finale 2023?

While Keith Urban makes his way back to the ABC series to share his knowledge (he was a judge on seasons 12 through 15), Urban is also going to be performing. Idol judges Katy Perry, Lionel Richie, and Luke Bryan also move away from the judging panel for a little bit and take the stage. Some of “today’s top artists” and “music legends” will be celebrating the finale, per ABC. More surprises are to come, but here’s who we know will be there so far:

Clay Aiken & Ruben Studdard Ellie Goulding James Blunt Jazmine Sullivan Jelly Roll Keith Urban (also mentoring Top 3) Kevin Cronin from REO Speedwagon Kylie Minogue Lainey Wilson Lauren Daigle Pitbull TLC

Judges Katy Perry, Lionel Richie, and Luke Bryan

The 2023 season’s Top 12 return for a performance

Plus, we have some great news! The network has already renewed the singing series for another season. That means we can expect to see American Idol season 22 sometime in 2024! Stay tuned to Hidden Remote as we bring you updates about the official premiere date and other details about the season.

The American Idol 2023 season finale airs Sunday, May 21, 2023 on ABC.

Pit Bull is opening the show.

He looks good!

15 years ago they robbed my gay wet dream David Archuleta. I've never been the same since.

I didn't realize that two of the finalists are country singers.

Is that a first?

This girl Megan Danielle is making my ears bleed!

It hasn't been the same sing Madeeza lost

This kid Colin Stough is sexy.

Megan's second song was good.

We (and to a lesser extent Iam) were the only ones worth listening to. I mean, it's fine, it's just AI. But there's no one worth continuing watching the show for.

No cute guys in the finale this year. Vote for Iam Tongi!

Someone is going to get cut NOW.

TLC is on, but none of these kids know their songs..rofl.

REO Speedwagon!

Omg this guy is so weird!

Ack! I can't believe Colin got eliminated!!

He's so cute.

Yes, the white country guy was eliminated! I honestly thought the cuntry vote was going to give him the W.

R29

He deserved to go. The other 2 were far better than him. Besides, we’ve already had tons of winners like him.

Megan really thought she was going home. You can tell.

She was cheering for Iam before the top 2 announcement was even made.. lol.

Jelly Roll.

I've heard a lot about him, but this is the first time I've seen him perform.

We Ani was robbed, it should have been her and Iam Tongi in the top two. The cunt from Georgia better not win!

Oliver Steele is cute too.

KYLIE!!!!!

Omg that was awesome!

Kylie looks so fucking good.

And she's so tiny!!

Kylie, lip synching. 😐

These 3 Finalists are mediocre, at best. Megan has an unbearable nasal twang. Colin is okay.

Big Iam will be "The First Pacific Islander American Idol!!!!!!!" AKA, The Chosen One from the git-go.

I'm watching for Clay and Ruben.

Keith Urban looks great.

Damn, he never ages.

OMG why did they do that song.

Everybody was a fucking wreck!!

Even James Blunt couldn't get through it.

James Blunt looked and sounded terrific! A true emotional performance (but fake Katy tears).

R39, James certainly did "get through it," quite strongly.

Elie Goulding!

I hope Megan wins.

She's awesome.

Ruben and Clay Aiken!!!

Is Miss Clay wearing a cape???

Also, what did he do to his face???

They can still sing.

100% R46.

That was an incredible performance by Ruben and Clay.

OMG Iam won!

I'm shocked.

I was sure Megan would win.

The marketing nightmare begins.

R37 here, smug as all get out.

A great day for the Ample Community!

I honestly didn't know this was still running. Does anybody watch it?

Omg not a dry eye in the house with James Blunt and Iam Tongi.

Kylie performed "Padam Padam" and "Can't Get You Out of My Head."

It was awesome!

American Idol ... Clay and Reuben ... James Blunt ... Kylie Minogue. I thought someone had bumped an old thread from 2004.

Ruben and Clay singing "The Impossible Dream."

They all look ugly and/or like they have autism

R52 TV-watching types. They’re an increasingly ready for a nursing home.

....

Aren't r52 and r58 oh, so clever?

I was actually suprised. I thought for sure either country act would win, like every year. Iam Tubby has no career but good for him.

^ And the country guy’s fans are claiming … wait for it, that the voting was rigged. Because MAGAts are known to be such gracious losers.

I could have gone my whole life without ever knowing who this fat ugly fuck is.

r62 The kid's got a career no matter what. Let's just hope he is not as stupid as Morgan Wallen.

Colin & that chick had no business being in the top 3. We Ani should have been in the top 3. But I have no with Iam Tongi winning, he is great!

Iam should do a duet with Chrissy Metz!

I have to post a two-part post here.

First off, notice the new guitar that was designed specifically for Iam, with the name of his father Rodney and the tattoo design on it.

The hottie on the left designed it for him. He's a New Zealander Maori artist.

^^^^ The artist's name is Sam Mangakahia and he's sexy.

He's already booked for state fairs this summer. Career dead end, for obvious reason.

We Ani sounding better than Jasmine Sullivan was all you needed to know about who should of won.

As Iam is about to find out, the flaw in the "American Idol" plan is that votes don't equal concert tickets.

He’ll probably be able to make a living as a musician. That’s a win.

Who the fuck still watches this show

Iam can move back to Hawaii (if he wants to anyways) and be a star there.

R73, See r60.

Normalizing obesity again.

I am is going to have a heart attack sooner than later.

R76

Most Americans are fat. Skinny all the time is not a real representation of America.

He can barely walk.

Like Iz (Israel Kamakawiwo`ole), he will no doubt die young.

Correction R74: Iam could BE a Hawaiian island.

Well R73, obviously, you don't, but a lot of people still do!

This Iam kid has no chance in the industry. At least Ruben could walk around the stage. An 18 year old with morbid obesity that's part of a cult religion doesn't need to be part of the music industry, he needs to be in rehab.

Idol used to see success because they focused on talent that not only had the vocals, but had the look and the drive to hook in audiences. Kelly Clarkson looked the part of a pop star in 2002 and was a vocal powerhouse with drive and spunk. Various winners have gone on to flop, but most seasons pre-2010 saw at least a couple successful acts come out of the top 10. It was grueling and demanding behind the scenes, but the producers knew what worked on TV.

Now the show focuses on how they make you feel with no substance or music industry preparation. That's why we see crybaby snowflake contestants like We Ani having her daddy comment on Katy Perry's Instagram to bitch about how she gave a critique he didn't like.

Why didn't We Ani perform at the finale?

Normally, if a person came in fourth place, they would be in the performance lineup.

Iam Tongi was with Kelly and Michael on Monday morning. He must have paid for two seats on the plane. What kind of parents does he have (I know the father died) who would allow their teen-ager to become morbidly obese? This abuse is as bad a what Jeanette Bloshinsky did to her son, Jared.

Megan and Iam in NYC.

On Live with Mark and Kelly.

Poor kid is out of breath just walking on-stage.

[quote] Katy Perry Wants to Quit 'American Idol' and Thinks Producers "Threw Her Under the Bus"

Katy Perry has faced some criticism this season on American Idol, and apparently she's ready to quit the show because of it. According to a new report in the Daily Mail, Katy feels like she is being thrown under the bus by producers who she thinks have edited her to seem like the "nasty" judge.

A source says that this season has been particularly hard on Katy—especially due to being accused on mom shaming by a contestant who quit the show.

"Katy feels like [the producers] threw her under the bus," the source explained. "She feels like her comments could have been removed. Katy became aware of the harsh criticism. Getting booed really upset her. She was trying to stay in her lane, do her job and go home."

The insider added that Katy "went into it thinking she was going to foster young talent. For her good intentions to be misinterpreted it was not what she wanted. She has accomplished so much in her career and is now being looked at as a nasty reality show judge. Katy's wanted out for some time now, but this season was way too much for her to handle."

Katy makes a reported $25 million per season of American Idol, but according to the source the money doesn't matter as much as much as her legacy: "[Katy's decision to quit] is not a money thing. For her, it is starting to be more of a legacy issue. She does not want her career defined by a talent competition show where she isn’t even performing."

Guess we'll see what happens?

O-O-Ozempic!

I hate how they do it now..weeks and weeks of auditions, Hollywood rounds, then once they get to the live performances, it’s like bam bam bam, multiple cuts each week, rushing to the finale. No time for anyone to gain momentum.

And what are the judges even for once the live performances begin? NO ONE gets any kind of criticism, and whatever personality trait or “story” that is assigned to a singer during the auditions—that’s what the judges will say about them every week. “Your grandpappy would be so proud”, “Wow, that voice and you’re only 16,” etc.