THE APRIL 17, 2022, episode of American Idol forced judges Katy Perry, Luke Bryan, and Lionel Richie to finalize the top 20 contestants of this season.
Following the end of the episode, fans at home were then asked to vote to see who will advance to the top 14.
Who is in the top 20 of American Idol season 20?
The remaining contestants for season 20 of American Idol include:
- Emyrson Flora
- Mike Parker
- Tristen Gressett
- Sage
- Jay
- Nicolina
- Jacob Moran
- HunterGirl
- Elli Rowe
- Dan Marshall
- Ava Maybee
- Allegra Miles
- Noah Thompson
- Leah Marlene
- Christian Guardino
- Fritz Hager
- Katyrah Love
- Cameron Whitcomb
- Cadence Baker
- Lady K
What happened to Kenedi Anderson?
At the beginning of the season, Kenedi Anderson made history by earning the show’s first platinum ticket, which allows contestants to bypass the first round of Hollywood Week.
Despite being one of the season’s frontrunners, on April 11, 2022, episode she shocked fans when she withdrew from the competition.
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Following Kenedi’s performance of Christina Perri’s Human at the Aulani Disney Resort in Hawaii, host Ryan Seacrest revealed during the program: “You will notice there was no voting information during Kenedi’s performance just now.
“Since we taped these shows in Hawaii earlier, Kenedi (or Kennedy Anderson) has chosen to withdraw from our show for personal reasons. We send her well wishes.”
The rising star then took to social media, where she confirmed the news.
“For personal reasons, I’m unable to continue on American Idol,” she wrote in an Instagram post.
“This has been one of the hardest decisions I’ve ever had to make, but I know it’s necessary.
“I’m so grateful to American Idol, the judges, the producers, the amazing contestants, and all the fans who have supported me.
“Thank you for giving me such an amazing opportunity to share my voice, chase my dreams, feel so much joy and happiness doing what I love, and making lifelong friends along the way.”
While Kenedi confirmed the news herself, she did not specify why she decided to leave.
How can I watch American Idol?
Fans can tune in on Monday, April 18, to find out which top 20 contestants will make it to the top 14.
The show can be watched live on ABC at 8pm EST or streamed through Hulu.
