Get ready for an unforgettable night as a spectacular lineup of guest performers takes center stage on the American Idol platform this Sunday. This exciting event will feature the top 14 contestants of the season, leading up to the thrilling live crowning of the 2025 winner. Announced by Ryan Seacrest during the live episode on May 12, this three-hour finale promises an exhilarating experience for fans and viewers alike.
Sunday’s lineup of performers includes an impressive array of talent such as Brandon Lake, the iconic Goo Goo Dolls, the energetic Good Charlotte, Broadway legend Jennifer Holliday, pop sensation Jessica Simpson, renowned singer Josh Groban, gospel artist Kirk Franklin, the rising star Myles Smith, the incomparable Patti LaBelle, and the dynamic duo Salt-N-Pepa. Additionally, Idol judges Luke Bryan, Carrie Underwood, and Lionel Richie will unite for a special performance, while artist in residence Jelly Roll will also grace the stage with an electrifying act.
At this time, details regarding the specific songs that the guest performers will sing or the collaborations with the season 23 finalists remain under wraps. The diverse lineup truly spans multiple genres and generations, showcasing pop icons like Simpson and Smith, rock legends Good Charlotte and Goo Goo Dolls, inspirational Christian and gospel artists like Lake and Franklin, adult contemporary favorite Groban, R&B diva LaBelle, and hip-hop pioneers Salt-N-Pepa. Additionally, the Broadway influence is represented by original Dreamgirls star Holliday, while the country music genre is well-represented by judges Underwood and Bryan, alongside artist-in-residence Jelly Roll.
As the competition heats up, only five contestants remain in this thrilling season of American Idol: Thunderstorm Artis, John Foster, Slater Nalley, Breanna Nix, and Jamal Roberts. However, the tension mounts as two contestants are set to be eliminated on Monday’s episode, which will narrow the competition down to a final top three. These remaining contestants will deliver their last performances during the highly anticipated finale on Sunday, showcasing their vocal talents and artistic expressions.
Tune in for the three-hour live finale of American Idol this Sunday, airing coast-to-coast at 8 p.m. ET/5 p.m. PT. For those who can’t catch it live, the entire show will be available for streaming on Hulu the following day, ensuring that fans won’t miss a moment of the excitement and drama surrounding the crowning of the new champion.
