American Idol Top 12 Live Results & Voting
- Following a week filled with Hollywood glamour and mentorship from James taylor, teh Top 14 contestants of "American Idol" Season 23 faced the music on April 27,...
- The 2-hour episode, themed around the Rock & Roll Hall of Fame, saw viewers casting votes throughout the show.
- Host Ryan Seacrest announced the two contestants eliminated based on viewer votes at the end of the show.
American Idol top 12 Revealed: Rock & Roll Hall of fame Night Results
Table of Contents
- American Idol top 12 Revealed: Rock & Roll Hall of fame Night Results
- american idol Top 12 Revealed: Your Questions Answered
- Who Made it to the Top 12 on “American Idol”?
- What Was the Theme of the Top 14 Performance Night?
- How Did the Judges React to the Performances?
- How Can I Vote for My Favorite “American Idol” Contestants?
- When Does Voting Open and Close?
- What Are the Contestant Voting Numbers and song Choices?
- When Will the Top 12 Perform Next?
- Were Can I Stream American Idol?
- Who are some of the most prosperous American Idol winners?
Following a week filled with Hollywood glamour and mentorship from James taylor, teh Top 14 contestants of “American Idol” Season 23 faced the music on April 27, 2025, in a live, coast-to-coast broadcast.
The 2-hour episode, themed around the Rock & Roll Hall of Fame, saw viewers casting votes throughout the show. Judge Underwood, sporting ripped jeans and a red bandana as a nod to Guns N’ Roses, called them “the greatest band of all time with the greatest front man of all time.”
Host Ryan Seacrest announced the two contestants eliminated based on viewer votes at the end of the show.
‘American Idol’: Meet the Top 12
Contestants performed songs by Rock & Roll Hall of Fame inductees, impressing the judges. Underwood said she would not be upset with America’s choices for the Top 12.
After 19 million votes were tallied, the following contestants advanced:
- Canaan James Hill
- gabby Samone
- Mattie Pruitt
- Thunderstorm Artis
- Slater Nalley
- Breanna Nix
- John Foster
- Filo
- Piston Jordan
- Josh King
- Jamal Roberts
- Che Chesterman
amanda Barise and Desmond Roberts were eliminated. The Top 12 will appear on the next live episode, mentored by “Idol” winner Fantasia, on April 28 at 8 p.m. Eastern time.
Voting Data for the Top 12
Voting opens at 8 p.m. Eastern time and closes around 9:50 p.m. Eastern time, according to ABC. Viewers can vote in three ways, casting up to 10 votes per contestant on each platform – a maximum of 30 votes per contestant.
The first two methods are via ABC’s website and the “American Idol” app, available on Apple for iPhones and Google for Android devices. A free account, compatible with both platforms, or an existing MyDisney account is required.
The third option is texting a contestant’s number to 21523, allowing up to 10 votes per contestant.
Contestant Voting Numbers and Song Choices:
- Amanda Barise — “I Can’t Help It” by Michael Jackson — Text 24 to 21523
- Breanna Nix — “Open Arms” by Journey — text 9 to 21523
- Canaan James Hill — “Mary, Don’t You Weep” by Aretha Franklin — Text 16 to 21523
- Ché Chesterman — “It’s a Man’s, Man’s, Man’s World” by James Brown — Text 1 to 21523
- Desmond Roberts — “Jesus is Love” by the Commodores — Text 14 to 21523
- Filo — “With A Little help From My Friends” by The Beatles — Text 17 to 21523
- Gabby Samone — “Saving All My Love For you” by the Isley Brothers — Text 6 to 21523
- Jamal Roberts — “shout, Pts 1 & 2” — Text 12 to 21523
- John Foster — “Jailhouse Rock” by Elvis Presley — Text 13 to 21523
- Josh King — “The Longest Time” by Billy Joel — Text 21 to 21523
- Piston Jordan — “You’re all I Need to Get By” — Marvin Gaye/Tammi Terrell — Text 3 to 21523
- Mattie Pruitt — “Piece of My Heart” — Janis joplin — Text 22 to 21523
- Slater Nalley — “Your Song” by Elton John — Text 11 to 21523
- Thunderstorm Artis — “Fire and Rain” by James Taylor — Text 23 to 21523
american idol Top 12 Revealed: Your Questions Answered
“American idol” Season 23 has narrowed down the competition, and the Top 12 contestants have been chosen! This article answers your burning questions about the Top 12 reveal, how to vote, and what to expect next.
Who Made it to the Top 12 on “American Idol”?
Following a Rock & Roll Hall of Fame-themed night, the following contestants earned a spot in the Top 12 based on viewer votes:
- Canaan James Hill
- Gabby Samone
- Mattie Pruitt
- Thunderstorm Artis
- Slater Nalley
- Breanna Nix
- John Foster
- filo
- Piston Jordan
- Josh King
- Jamal Roberts
- Ché Chesterman
Amanda Barise and Desmond Roberts were unfortunately eliminated.
What Was the Theme of the Top 14 Performance Night?
The top 14 contestants performed songs by Rock & Roll Hall of Fame inductees.
How Did the Judges React to the Performances?
The judges, including Underwood, were impressed with the performances. Underwood stated she would not have been upset with America’s choices for the Top 12.
How Can I Vote for My Favorite “American Idol” Contestants?
You have three ways to vote for your favorite contestants:
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ABC’s Website: Visit ABC’s website.
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“American Idol” App: Download the “American Idol” app, available for apple (iPhones) and google (Android) devices. A free account or existing MyDisney account is required.
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Texting: Text the contestant’s voting number to 21523.
You can cast up to 10 votes per contestant on each platform, for a maximum of 30 votes per contestant.
When Does Voting Open and Close?
Voting typically opens at 8 p.m. Eastern Time and closes around 9:50 p.m. Eastern Time, according to ABC.
What Are the Contestant Voting Numbers and song Choices?
Here’s a quick look at the voting numbers and the songs each contestant performed:
| Contestant | Song | Text Number |
|---|---|---|
| Amanda Barise | “I Can’t Help It” by Michael Jackson | 24 |
| Breanna Nix | “Open Arms” by Journey | 9 |
| Canaan James Hill | “Mary,don’t You Weep” by Aretha Franklin | 16 |
| Ché Chesterman | “It’s a Man’s,Man’s,man’s World” by James Brown | 1 |
| desmond Roberts | “Jesus is Love” by the Commodores | 14 |
| Filo | “With A Little help From My Friends” by The Beatles | 17 |
| Gabby Samone | “Saving All My Love For you” by the Isley Brothers | 6 |
| Jamal Roberts | “shout,Pts 1 & 2” (Unspecified Artist) | 12 |
| John Foster | “Jailhouse Rock” by Elvis Presley | 13 |
| Josh King | “The Longest time” by Billy Joel | 21 |
| Piston Jordan | “You’re all I Need to Get By” by Marvin Gaye/Tammi Terrell | 3 |
| Mattie Pruitt | “Piece of My Heart” by Janis Joplin | 22 |
| Slater Nalley | “Your Song” by Elton John | 11 |
| Thunderstorm Artis | “Fire and Rain” by James Taylor | 23 |
When Will the Top 12 Perform Next?
The Top 12 will appear on the next live episode,mentored by “Idol” winner Fantasia,on april 28th at 8 p.m. Eastern Time.
Were Can I Stream American Idol?
“American Idol” episodes generally stream on ABC.com and are available on-demand the next day. You can also watch episodes on streaming services like Hulu, which often includes episodes shortly after they air.
Who are some of the most prosperous American Idol winners?
“American Idol” has launched the careers of many successful singers,including:
- Kelly Clarkson: The winner of the inaugural season,Clarkson has had a massively successful career with numerous hit singles and albums.
- Carrie Underwood: The Season 4 winner, Underwood has also achieved superstar status in country music, winning many awards.
- Fantasia Barrino: Although there were some challenges, the season 3 winner has gone on to have a successful career as a singer and performer which includes a Tony Award, and has a very strong following.
- Jennifer Hudson: Although not a winner,Hudson placed seventh in season 3. She is now an Oscar and Grammy Award winner with a very large fanbase and is one of the judges of Idol.
Stay tuned for more updates and “American Idol” coverage here! Good luck to your favorite contestants!