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‘American Idol’ Season 23 Reveals Top 3 Finalists After Penultimate Episode

John Foster, Jamal Roberts, and Breanna Nix advance to the May 18 finale as Slater Nalley and Thunderstorm Artis are eliminated.

The Top 7 contestants wait to find out who made it into the Top 5 on "American Idol" Season 23 Episode 17 which aired Sunday, May 11 on ABC.
"Disney Night" on "American Idol" celebrated Mother's Day with special guest Lin-Manuel Miranda. The Top 7 traveled to Disneyland Resort and lit up the stage with Disney classics as America votes live for the five moving forward in the competition. Breanna Nix, pictured, made the top five finalists. 
"Disney Night" on "American Idol" celebrated Mother's Day with special guest Lin-Manuel Miranda. The Top 7 traveled to Disneyland Resort and lit up the stage with Disney classics as America votes live for the five moving forward in the competition. Breanna Nix, pictured, made the top five finalists. 
American Idol stars Ryan Seacrest, Lionel Richie, Carrie Underwood, and Luke Bryan.

Overview

  • The May 12 episode featured the Top 5 contestants performing Disney-themed Heroes and Villains songs, mentored by Lin-Manuel Miranda.
  • Slater Nalley and Thunderstorm Artis were eliminated after live viewer voting, narrowing the field to the final three contestants.
  • The Top 3 finalists are John Foster, Jamal Roberts, and Breanna Nix, who will compete in the live finale on May 18, 2025.
  • The finale will air live on ABC, featuring performances from the finalists, judges, and special guest artists, with public voting determining the winner.
  • The winner of Season 23 will receive a recording contract, a cash prize, and significant industry exposure.