This week’s episode of “American Idol” will unveil the 2025 Rock & Roll Hall of Fame inductees while showcasing the Top 14 contestants competing for a spot in the Top 12. Judges Lionel Richie and Luke Bryan reflect on their decision-making, and guest mentor James Taylor will guide contestants performing songs from past inductees. After the performances, viewers can vote for their favorites before eliminations. The 14 remaining contestants include Kolbi Jordan, Breanna Nix, and Josh King, while six singers have already been eliminated. “American Idol” airs Sundays and Mondays at 8 p.m. ET on ABC.
This week’s episode of ‘American Idol’ will unveil the 2025 Rock & Roll Hall of Fame inductees.
‘American Idol’ judges discuss their experience with Carrie Underwood
Carrie Underwood reflects on how “Idol” has evolved over 20 years, while Lionel Richie and Luke Bryan talk about their decision-making processes as judges.
The quest for the next “American Idol” will carry on this Sunday.
The show’s judges and audience members have been narrowing down the contenders, leaving the Top 14 contestants to compete for a chance in this week’s Rock & Roll Hall of Fame themed episode.
Not only will viewers discover who makes it to the Top 12, but they will also learn which musical icons will be inducted into the Rock & Roll Hall of Fame. The remaining 14 performers will showcase songs previously sung by inductees, including judge Lionel Richie, who was honored in 2022.
James Taylor, famed for “Fire and Rain” and a Hall of Fame inductee in 2000, will mentor the contestants. Following their performances and the announcement of this year’s inductees, fans will have the opportunity to vote for their preferred contestants before the eliminations.
Here’s information on how to watch this week’s “American Idol” episode and details on the remaining competitors.
Who remains in ‘American Idol’ Season 23?
Following the April 21 episode of “American Idol,” only 14 contestants are left in the competition.
The remaining singers, having either gained the audience’s votes or been saved by the judges, will go head-to-head for a chance to be among the lucky 12 advancing to the next round of the competition.
- Kolbi Jordan
- Thunderstorm Artis
- Filo
- John Foster
- Mattie Pruitt
- Canaan James Hill
- Breanna Nix
- Jamal Roberts
- Slater Nalley
- Gabby Samone
Desmond Roberts, Josh King, Ché, and Amanda Barise, who were spared by the judges, will have one more chance to impress both the judges and audience with their performances.
Six contestants, including Isaiah Misailegalu, Drew Ryn, Olivier Bergeron, Baylee Littrell, Zaylie Windsor, and Victor Solomon, were eliminated after they did not receive enough votes to continue.
What time does ‘American Idol’ air?
“American Idol” is broadcast on Sunday and Monday nights at 8 p.m. ET (5 p.m. PT).
How to watch ‘American Idol’ Season 23
“American Idol” is available to watch on ABC, with episodes streamable on Hulu the following day.
Viewers can also catch the show live via the ABC app or website, along with various live-streaming platforms that offer real-time viewing.
‘American Idol’ 2025 episode schedule
Here’s the episode lineup for Season 23 of “American Idol,” which is nearing its midpoint.
- “Rock & Roll Hall of Fame” episode airs April 27
- “Iconic Idol Moments” episode airs April 28
- “Ladies’ Night” episode airs May 4
- TBA episode airs May 5
- TBA episode airs May 11
- Season 23 finale airs May 18
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‘American Idol’ winners list
Below is the complete list of all winners of “American Idol.”
- Season 1: Kelly Clarkson
- Season 2: Ruben Studdard
- Season 3: Fantasia Barrino
- Season 4: Carrie Underwood
- Season 5: Taylor Hicks
- Season 6: Jordin Sparks
- Season 7: David Cook
- Season 8: Kris Allen
- Season 9: Lee DeWyze
- Season 10: Scotty McCreery
- Season 11: Phillip Phillips
- Season 12: Candice Glover
- Season 13: Caleb Johnson
- Season 14: Nick Fradiani
- Season 15: Trent Harmon
- Season 16: Maddie Poppe
- Season 17: Laine Hardy
- Season 18: Just Sam (Samantha Diaz)
- Season 19: Chayce Beckham
- Season 20: Noah Thompson
- Season 21: Iam Tongi
- Season 22: Abi Carter
- Season 23: TBD
Contributions by: Anthony Robledo and KiMi Robinson, USA TODAY