Who Went Home and Who Made It Through Last Night on ‘American Idol’ Showstoppers Part 2
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The judges make their 'Final Judgments' as they pick the final Top 24 American Idols for 2023.
Last night was the final night of “Showstoppers: The Final Judgment” on American Idol 2023 and the cuts continued as judges Lionel Richie, Katy Perry, and Luke Bryan narrowed down the 55 hopefuls to the Top 24.
The night opened with the continuation of the sing-off between Paige Anne and Megan Danielle on Adele’s “Easy on Me,” and unlike the sing-off between Pjae and Malik Heard the previous night, only one of the ladies went through – and the lucky lady was Megan Danielle.
“We are having to cut amazing talent,” Lionel said.
So much so that Cam Amen, a Platinum Ticket winner, was eliminated, despite the judges’ early belief in him.
“Showstoppers” is the first time the contestants performed with a band on a big stage, which gave the judges the opportunity to rate them on more than just their voice, but also on stage presence.
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And then at the end, there was a surprising twist. The judges couldn’t decide between Iam Tongi, Matt Wilson, and Colin Stough, so when the competition moves to Aulani, A Disney Resort & Spa in Ko Olina, Hawaii, it will be a Top 26. While there, the Top 26 will get to work with soul and R&B singer-songwriter Allen Stone and left-of-center pop singer/songwriter Noah Cyrus, who will mentor the Idol hopefuls who will face America’s first vote of the season.
Eliminated contestants last night on American Idol 2023 Showstopper Round Night 2
Cam Amen, 27 – Platinum Ticket
Omaha, Nebraska
Server
Song: “The Impossible Dream” (“The Quest”) from Man of La Mancha
Caroline Kole, 25
Nashville, Tenn.
Social Media Manager
Song: “Iris” by Goo Goo Dolls
Kya Monee’, 21
Austin, Texas
Daycare Worker
Song: “The Climb” by Miley Cyrus
Mikenley Brown, 17
New Castle, Ind.
High School Student
Song: “The Joke” by Brandi Carlile
Paige Anne, 16
Idaho Falls, Idaho
High School Student
Song: “California Dreamin’” by the Mamas and Papas
Preston Duffy, 21
Hartsville, S.C.
Musician
Song: “Crazy Town” by Jason Aldean
Trey Louis, 21
Santa Fe, Texas
Mattress Salesman
Song: “Waiting for the Thunder” by Blackberry Smoke
Advancing artists last night on American Idol 2023 Showstopper Round Night 2
Dawson Wayne, 21
San Antonio, Texas
College Student
Song: “Flying” by Cody Fry
Elijah McCormick, 21 – America’s Platinum Ticket
Raeford, N.C.
Opthalmologist Technican
Song: “Believe For It” by CeCe Winans
Elise Christine, 18
Issaquah, Wash.
College Students
Song: “Feeling Good” by Nina Simone
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Emma Busse, 20
Vancouver, British Columbia
Performer
Song: “Chasing Pavements” by Adele
Hannah Nicolaisen, 23
Houston, Texas
Recruiter
Song: “I Don’t Want to Be” by Gavin DeGraw
Mariah Faith, 21
Conway, S.C.
Hairstylist
Song: “I Don’t Want to Be” by Gavin DeGraw
Marybeth Byrd, 21
Armorel, Ark.
Radio Host
Song: Flat on the Floor” by Carrie Underwood
Megan Danielle, 20
Douglasville, Ga.
Singer/Songwriter
Song: “Always Remember Us This Way” by Lady Gaga
Nailyah Serenity, 22
Charlotte, N.C.
Retail Associate
Song: "Superstar" by Luther Vandross
Oliver Steele, 25
Mount Juliet, Tenn.
Musician
Song: “Everybody Wants to Rule the World” by Tears for Fears
Olivia Soli, 21
San Antonio, Texas
College Student
Song: “All By Myself” by Celine Dion
American Idol returns next Sunday night at 8 p.m. ET/PT on ABC when the Top 26 head to Aulani, A Disney Resort & Spa in Ko Olina, Hawaii, for the first performances that will be voted on by America.
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