Overview

• American Idol aired its inaugural three-hour Easter special, 'Songs of Faith,' on April 20, 2025, showcasing Christian and gospel music.
• Judges Carrie Underwood, Luke Bryan, and Lionel Richie performed worship classics, including Richie’s 'Eternity,' Bryan’s 'Jesus ‘Bout My Kids,' and Underwood’s 'How Great Thou Art.'
• The top 20 contestants delivered faith-inspired performances, with John Foster debuting an original song, 'Tell That Angel I Love Her,' dedicated to his late friend Maggie Dunn.
• Maggie Dunn tragically passed away in 2022 during a high-speed police chase, which inspired Foster’s heartfelt tribute.
• The next episode, airing April 21, 2025, will narrow the competition from the top 20 to the top 14, continuing the season’s momentum.