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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.
American Idol stars Ryan Seacrest, Lionel Richie, Carrie Underwood, and Luke Bryan.
From left: Gabby Samone, Jamal Roberts, Breanna Nix, John Foster, Slater Nalley, Mattie Pruitt, and Thunderstorm Artis on American Idol's “Disney Night”.
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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.