Did Jack Blocker get golden ticket? Fans slam judges as they feud over 'American Idol' singer for 1st time in history

Katy Perry grilled Jack Blocker as her decision remained 'No' for 'American Idol' Season 22 contestant
UPDATED FEB 19, 2024
Jack Blocker gets saved after 'American Idol' in 2024 judges feud over final decision (ABC)
Jack Blocker gets saved after 'American Idol' in 2024 judges feud over final decision (ABC)

SANTA BARBARA, CALIFORNIA: Yes, Jack Blocker did receive the golden ticket, but there was a significant disagreement among the judges before they reached a decision. 'American Idol' Season 22 contestant Jack would have been eliminated if the decision had been left to Katy Perry and Lionel Richie. Thankfully, Luke Bryan saved the singer, bringing him back.

Fans were left fuming after seeing the judges say no to the singer. Katy said to Jack, "For 'American Idol,' I'm a 'No,' but for your artistry, 'Yes.'" Lionel agreed with Katy's decision, stating, "It's gonna have to be a 'no' for me."

Luke was left disheartened as he wanted Jack to move ahead in the show. Expressing his disappointment, Luke said to his fellow judges, "I saw something in that boy; you'll let him go." Luke then asked the crew, "Can we get him back?" Katy interfered, saying, "It's too much."

The judges then conducted a "crew vote," and most of them agreed that Jack was worth advancing in the show. Thankfully, Jack was given the chance to go to Hollywood Week Seeing judges say no despite the singer having a good voice, a fan commented, "How was that a no? That was great! Glad the crew voted with Luke!!" Luke added, "Never in the history we have had this."

Another wrote, "I am so happy you and the crew saved him to go to Hollywood! Thank you Luke for giving him another chance !" Another slammed the judges, "Compared to some of the people they’ve let through I can’t believe they even questioned him. Wow."

"I was about to riot when the judges said no!! He is AMAZING. Crew got it right," wrote another. Another slammed Katy, "Katy doesn’t know what talent is. I’m glad this is her last season." "I could not believe they told him no at first," commented another shocked fan.

'American Idol' Season 22 judges Lionel Richie, Katy Perry, and Luke Bryan in dispute over Jack Blocker (ABC)
'American Idol' Season 22 judges Lionel Richie, Katy Perry, and Luke Bryan in dispute over Jack Blocker (ABC)

Katy Perry grills 'American Idol' Season 22 contestant Jack Blocker for his 'bad habits'

Katy was skeptical about Jack. Even in the end, she did not agree to advance the singer in the show. After Jack's performance, Katy noticed some flaws. She said, "I think you have a good sound, but I see some bad habits in your delivery." 'The 'Roar' singer was referring to Jack making faces while singing the song. She added, "I don't know if you're doing this intentionally to create a certain sound or if that's your signature, but I think that; I don't know if anyone has ever told you any of this."

Jack interrupted Katy as he answered, "No." Katy continued, expressing her dislike for his delivery, and noted, "I think you're straining too much to hit this note. To sing this note, I mean, you could have been a bit more relaxed about it."

'American Idol' Season 22 judge Katy Perry, calls out Jack Blocker's 'bad habit' (ABC)
'American Idol' Season 22 judge Katy Perry, calls out Jack Blocker's 'bad habit' (ABC)

Will Jack Blocker make it to 'American Idol' Season 22 Semi-finals?

Yes, if spoilers are to be believed, Jack will make it to the 'American Idol' Season 22 semi-finals. A fan tweeted on Idol Spoilers, "Jack Blocker made the 'American Idol' Season 22 Semi-Finals (Top 24)." 

Jack sang his original song in the audition round, 'I Was Wrong.' The graphic designer cum singer bought a blue co-ord dress with the nametag "Jack" on it. 

'American Idol' Season 22 contestant Jack Blocker speculated to reach semi-finals (Instagram/@jackforestblocker)
'American Idol' Season 22 contestant Jack Blocker speculated to reach semi-finals (Instagram/@jackforestblocker)

Catch new episodes of 'American Idol' Season 22 every Sunday at 8 pm ET on ABC. The new episodes will be available to stream next day on Hulu.

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