🎤 Meet American Idol Top 8 Contestants & Learn How to Vote!
After a dazzling "Ladies' Night" episode that paid tribute to legendary female artists, the audience and judges finally revealed the Top 8 contestants 🎶. These powerhouse performers are now closer than ever to claiming the American Idol crown 👑.
Here’s the official Top 8 list as of May 4, 2025:
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🎤 Breanna Nix
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🎤 Mattie Pruitt
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🎤 Jamal Roberts
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🎤 John Foster
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🎤 Josh King
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🎤 Gabby Samone
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🎤 Slater Nalley
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🎤 Thunderstorm Artis
Sadly, the journey ended for Kolbi Jordan and Canaan James Hill, who were eliminated during this round 💔. The competition only gets tougher from here!
🗳️ How to Vote for Your Favorite Idol ⭐
Not sure how to cast your vote? No worries—we’ve got you covered! Voting is crucial 🗳️ and every fan has the chance to support their favorite contestant in real-time during the live shows on ABC, Sundays & Mondays at 8 p.m. ET 📺.
💡 Here’s how to vote (up to 10 times per contestant!):
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🌐 Online Voting:
Visit americanidol.com/vote and log in with your account. -
📲 Through the App:
Download the American Idol app from your device's app store and follow the prompts. -
📩 Vote by Text Message:
Text the contestant's code number to 21523. For instance, to vote for Slater Nalley, text 11 to 21523.
🔢 Voting Codes for Top 8 Contestants
Contestant | Text Code |
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Breanna Nix | 9 |
Mattie Pruitt | 22 |
Jamal Roberts | 12 |
John Foster | 13 |
Josh King | 21 |
Gabby Samone | 6 |
Slater Nalley | 11 |
Thunderstorm Artis | 23 |
⏳ Voting closes during the final commercial break, so don’t miss the window!
✨ Spotlight: Slater Nalley’s Rise to Fame 🎸
One of the most talked-about contestants this season is Slater Nalley 🔥. A high school student with an old soul, Slater delivered a haunting version of Reba McEntire’s “Whoever’s in New England”, earning him a well-deserved place in the Top 8 🌟.
His earlier performances like “Angel from Montgomery” and his heartfelt original “Foolish Pride” have gone viral on YouTube and social media 📱—and fans can't stop talking about his raw talent!
📆 What's Next on American Idol?
The competition airs LIVE every Sunday and Monday at 8 PM ET on ABC. With the finals around the corner, expect intense vocal showdowns, emotional moments, and plenty of drama 😱.
Don't forget to vote and show love for your favorite contestant! 💙