'American Idol' fans demand 'better stylist' for Julia Gagnon after ABC show makeover misses the mark
LOS ANGELES, CALIFORNIA: 'American Idol' fans were vocal about their demand for ABC to hire a stylist immediately following Julia Gagnon's failed looks on the show. Many viewers expressed their disappointment with the styling choices for the singer, believing that she deserved better outfits and grooming to showcase her talent and beauty effectively. They urged the show's producers to prioritize enhancing Julia's appearance to align with her performance prowess.
"Julia Gagnon deserves a stylist on #AmericanIdol who understands her body type/energy. We've seen her look like an Auntie, a starlet, and a cowgirl. Is there a Latina on the AI staff who knows how to best do her hair, makeup, and clothes? Julia is a DIVA & deserves to look it," said a user on X. "Love Julia Gagnon on Idol. She’s amazing, but she needs a stylist ASAP!," said another.
Julia Gagnon deserves a stylist on #AmericanIdol who understands her body type/energy. We've seen her look like an Auntie, a starlet, and a cowgirl. Is there a Latina on the AI staff who knows how to best do her hair, makeup, and clothes? Julia is a DIVA & deserves to look it
— George Miller (@justG_Miller) April 23, 2024
LI ove Julia Gagnon on Idol. She’s amazing, but she needs a stylist ASAP! #AmericanIdol
— Sheena (@Sheena6076) April 8, 2024
Others ccouldn'thelp but aappreciateJulia's last few performances which made them vote for the singer. "Julia Gagnon #AmericanIdol YOU ARE AWESOME!!! I’m voting for you!!!," added one user. "Julia Gagnon is performing and I’m thinking “WOW she sounds like Kelly Clarkson!” After the performance Katy says you reminded me of Kelly Clarkson! Yes! Julia was amazing!!," added another user. "Yeah. The Julia Gagnon/Kelly Clarkson vocal similarities hit me early into it. Cool that Katy mentioned it too," commented one. "That was an incredible performance by julia gagnon," commented another.
Julia Gagnon #AmericanIdol YOU ARE AWESOME!!! I’m voting for you!!!
— Isa A (@Luvs2smil3) April 29, 2024
Julia Gagnon is performing and I’m thinking “WOW she sounds like Kelly Clarkson!” After the performance K,aty says you reminded me of Kelly Clarkson! Yes! Julia was amazing!! 🤩 #AmericanIdol
— T.T. (@TT28503377) April 29, 2024
That was an incredible performance by julia gagnon #AmericanIdol.
— Nicholas_Sye (@NicholasSye1) April 29, 2024
Lionel thinks Julia gave her "full range"
For her performance, Julia chose “Here I Am” by Bryan Adams. Her rendition of this rock anthem made me wish she’d cover a Heart song.
Lionel praised how she built up the song and showcased her full vocal range. Katy enjoyed Julia's "super intimate" moments and expressed a desire for more. She even mistook Julia's voice for Kelly Clarkson's at one point.
Luke commended Julia for owning her moment on stage. "I love whit en you go super intimate," Katy added.

Julia Gagnon from American Idol (ABC)
Katy Perry appreciates Julia Gagnon's 'confidence'
Katy Perry praised Julia for her newfound confidence, highlighting that confidence is a choice, and tonight, Julia fully embraced it.
Luke noted that Julia transformed like a butterfly emerging from a cocoon during her performance, while Lionel emphasized the importance of commanding the stage to earn respect, which Julia did effortlessly.
Even Gene Simmons recognized Julia's star quality after she shared her struggles with confidence regarding her appearance.

Katy Perry appreciates Julia Gagnon (ABC)
'American Idol' Season 22 airs on Sundays and Mondays at 8 pm ET on ABC.
