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Who will be the next ‘American Idol’? Here’s when to watch, who made the top 3 and performersJoyce Orlando
 
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‘American Idol’ judges discuss working with Carrie UnderwoodCarrie Underwood reflects on how “Idol” is different 20 years later while Lionel Richie and Luke Bryan discuss the judges’ decision-making.Who will be the next “American Idol”? We’ll find out on May 18.The latest season of “American Idol” is coming to an end on May 18, as the top 3 contestants sing it out for the 2025 Idol crown. The long-running music competition has been filled with emotional moments, electrifying music and tears as the top 24 contestants were whittled down to the final three on May 12.On the finale, the world will get to watch the top 3 contestants perform along with some of the biggest names in the music industry. Oh, and the Top 14 contestants from this season will also be back to perform.Here’s when the finale is, where to watch and who will be performing.When is the finale of ‘American Idol’ 2025?The “American Idol” Season 23 finale will air May 18, at 8 p.m. ET/7 p.m. CT, in a three-hour live finale on your local ABC station.Where can I stream the ‘American Idol’ season finale?Hulu will stream the season finale live if you have the streaming service’s live TV feature. It can also be streamed on any platform (like SlingTV, FuboTV or YouTubeTV) that carries a live TV feature and has ABC on it.You can also watch the finale the next day on Hulu.Who are the top 3 ‘American Idol’ contestants?Just three are left standing for the season finale.Here’s who made it to the Top 3:John Foster: Addis, LouisianaJamal Roberts: Meridian, MississippiBreanna Nix: Denton, TexasWho will be performing on the ‘American Idol’ 2025 season finale?Along with this season’s Top 14 contestants, a range of performers will be on hand for the season finale. Including:Goo Goo DollsGood CharlotteJessica SimpsonJelly RollPatti LaBelleSalt-N-PepaJennifer HollidayJosh GrobanBrandon LakeMyles SmithKirk FranklinJudges Luke Bryan, Carrie Underwood and Lionel Richi