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The search for the next “American Idol” will continue this Sunday.
The singing contest show’s judges and fans have been steadily whittling down the competition, leaving the Top 14 contestants to scramble for a spot during this week’s Rock & Roll Hall of Fame themed episode.
Not only will America learn who its Top 12 contestants are, they will also find out which music legends will be joining the Rock & Roll Hall of Fame. The remaining 14 contestants will be performing tracks once sung by previous inductees, including judge Lionel Richie, who was inducted into the Rock & Roll Hall of Fame in 2022.
“Fire and Rain” singer James Taylor, who was inducted into the Hall of Fame in 2000, will serve as the guest mentor for the contestants. After the performances are over and this year’s inductees are revealed, viewers will get the chance to vote for their favorite contestants before eliminations.
Here’s how to watch this week’s episode of “American Idol,” and who’s left in the singing competition.
Who’s left on ‘American Idol’ Season 23?
After the April 21 episode of “American Idol,” only 14 contestants remain.
The group of singers, who either secured the audience vote or were spared by the judges, will compete head-to-head to be part of the lucky 12 that will continue on into the next phase of the competition.
- Kolbi Jordan
- Thunderstorm Artis
- Filo
- John Foster
- Mattie Pruitt
- Canaan James Hill
- Breanna Nix
- Jamal Roberts
- Slater Nalley
- Gabby Samone
Desmond Roberts, Josh King, Ché and Amanda Barise, who the show’s judges spared, will have one more opportunity to win the crowd over with their performances.
Six singers — including Isaiah Misailegalu, Drew Ryn, Olivier Bergeron, Baylee Littrell, Zaylie Windsor and Victor Solomon — were sent home after they failed to receive a save from the judges.
‘American Idol’ 2025 episode schedule
Here’s the episode schedule for Season 23 of “American Idol,” which is almost halfway over.
- “Rock & Roll Hall of Fame” episode airs April 27
- “Iconic Idol Moments” episodes airs April 28
- “Ladies’ Night” episode airs May 4
- TBA episode airs May 5
- TBA episode airs May 11
- Season 23 finale airs May 18
How to watch ‘American Idol’ Season 23
“American Idol” airs Sunday and Monday nights on ABC, with episodes available to stream on Hulu the next day.
Viewers may also catch the show live on the ABC app or website, along with live-streaming sites that allow viewers to watch in real-time.
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‘American Idol’ winners list
A complete list of all “American Idol” winners can be found below.
- Season 1: Kelly Clarkson
- Season 2: Ruben Studdard
- Season 3: Fantasia Barrino
- Season 4: Carrie Underwood
- Season 5: Taylor Hicks
- Season 6: Jordin Sparks
- Season 7: David Cook
- Season 8: Kris Allen
- Season 9: Lee DeWyze
- Season 10: Scotty McCreery
- Season 11: Phillip Phillips
- Season 12: Candice Glover
- Season 13: Caleb Johnson
- Season 14: Nick Fradiani
- Season 15: Trent Harmon
- Season 16: Maddie Poppe
- Season 17: Laine Hardy
- Season 18: Just Sam (Samantha Diaz)
- Season 19: Chayce Beckham
- Season 20: Noah Thompson
- Season 21: Iam Tongi
- Season 22: Abi Carter
- Season 23: TBD
Contributing: Anthony Robledo and KiMi Robinson, USA TODAY
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