American Idol 2025: Top 8 Revealed After Stunning Ladies' Night Performances
American Idol Season 23 is heating up as the Top 8 contestants were announced following a special "Ladies' Night" episode where the Top 10 performed powerful songs by legendary female artists.
The night also featured country superstar Miranda Lambert, who returned to the Idol stage to mentor the contestants and perform her hit “Kerosene” to celebrate its 20th anniversary.
🎤 Who Made It to the Top 8?
These talented singers wowed both the judges and fans, earning their place in the next round:
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Breanna Nix
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Gabby Samone
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Jamal Roberts
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John Foster
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Josh King
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Mattie Pruitt
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Slater Nalley
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Thunderstorm Artis
Their standout performances proved they have what it takes to continue in the competition.
❌ Who Went Home?
Sadly, Kolbi Jordan and Canaan James Hill received the lowest number of votes and were eliminated. Despite strong efforts, they couldn’t secure enough audience support to move forward.
🔮 What’s Coming Next: Judges’ Song Contest
In tonight’s episode, the Top 8 will take part in the Judges’ Song Contest—a fan-favorite challenge that brings a twist to song selection.
Here’s how it works:
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Each judge—Lionel Richie, Carrie Underwood, and Luke Bryan—picks a song for each contestant.
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The singers won’t know which judge chose which song.
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After performing, they must guess which judge picked it.
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The judge who receives the most correct guesses wins the power to save one contestant from elimination.
This exciting format often leads to unexpected performances and game-changing moments.
🎯 Why It Matters
With the finale just weeks away, each performance now carries huge weight. Contestants need to not only impress the judges but also connect with viewers to stay in the race.
The addition of Miranda Lambert and the Judges' Song Contest is adding fresh energy to a season already full of surprises.
