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Published on Apr 28, 2025

‘American Idol’ Fans Disappointed, Desmond Roberts ‘Deserved Better’

There are a lot of disappointed American Idol fans after Sunday night’s episode aired. On Sunday night, the top 14 were narrowed down to 12. Two talented singers went home. Tonight, during a live episode, the number remaining will decrease once again. …

Source: TV Shows Ace - Pending
Published on Apr 28, 2025

‘American Idol’ Fans Think Judges Told To Back Off Producer’s Favorites

American Idol fans think they caught on to something. They think the judges were told to back off from producers’ favorites. Viewers have picked up on some things during the critiquing part of the show. In fact, the producer could be protecting some of …

Source: TV Shows Ace - Pending
Published on Apr 28, 2025

‘American Idol’ Why Canaan James Hill Is Losing Fans

American Idol contestant Canann James Hill is losing fans. Why is this happening? Well, it seems that there is a lot going on with him that fans do not like. He used to be a fan favorite and still is with some. However, he is losing quickly. More and more …

Source: TV Shows Ace - Pending
Published on Apr 28, 2025

How to watch Mississippi native Jamal Roberts on 'American Idol'

The search for the next "American Idol" will continue Monday with Mississippi native Jamal Roberts among the contestants. The singing show's judges and fans have been steadily whittling down the competition, leaving the Top 12 contestants to …

Source: Hattiesburg American - Mississippi - Pending
Published on Apr 28, 2025

When to watch the next episode of 'American Idol'

The next "American Idol" episode airs Monday night on ABC at 8 p.m. Eastern. Sunday's episode of "American Idol" narrowed the field to 12 contestants. After a whirlwind week filled with celebrity events and mentorship from music …

Source: Daily Record - New Jersey - Neutral
Published on Apr 28, 2025

Meridian native Jamal Roberts makes 'American Idol' Top 12

Source: Hattiesburg American - Mississippi - Pending
Published on Apr 28, 2025

Where Is Fantasia Barrino Now? Inside the ‘American Idol’ Winner’s Life Today

It’s been more than 20 years since Fantasia Barrino was named the winner of American Idol Season 3 in 2004. Now, she’s returning to the show where she got her start to perform during the Top 12 episode of Season 23. Monday’s (April 28) new episode will …

Source: The Sunnyside Sun - Washington State - Neutral
Published on Apr 28, 2025

'American Idol' cuts Desmond Roberts and Amanda Barise and decides Top 12 finalists

American Idol eliminated Desmond Roberts and Amanda Barise, determining the competition's Top 12 contestants during the Season 23 episode that aired Sunday night on ABC. After the Top 14 Idol hopefuls performed songs from the Rock & Roll Hall of …

Source: Reality TV World - Indeterminate
Published on Apr 28, 2025

Meridian native Jamal Roberts advances to American Idol Top 12

MERIDIAN, Miss. (WTOK) - Meridian’s own Jamal Roberts continues his music journey on American Idol. The Crestwood P.E. teacher advanced to the top 12 in Sunday night’s episode. He performed “Stand and Shout, Part 1 and 2” and received a standing ovation …

Source: WTOK - Mississippi - Pending
Published on Apr 28, 2025

Meet 2025’s ‘American Idol’ Top 12 Contestants

Born: Aug. 22, 2001 – Cairo, Egypt Musical Influences: Whitney Houston, Aretha Franklin, Mariah Carey, Celine Dion Currently Listening To: Bruno Mars, Beyoncé, Adele First Idol Experience: “I’ve been watching since I grew up in Egypt. As a little kid I was …

Source: Billboard - Neutral