Did Luke Bryan reveal ‘American Idol’ Season 22 winner? Judges raves over ‘best’ performance so far
NASHVILLE, TENNESSEE: It's been just a few days into the debut of 'American Idol' Season 22, and one of the judges, Luke Bryan, is already making bold predictions about the potential winner, declaring the contestant as the "winner" of the season already!
According to Luke, the standout performer who caught his attention is 21-year-old Abi Carter from Indio, California. Abi's rendition of Billie Eilish's 'What Was I Made For' left such a strong impression on Luke that she exclaimed, “That may be the winner of American Idol right there.”
But Luke Bryan wasn't the only one impressed. Other judges also placed their bets on Abi, showering praise on his performance. The entire panel couldn't contain their excitement and went gaga over Abi's talent, signaling that she might be a frontrunner in the competition, caller her performance "best" so far on the ABC show.
Lionel said, “It was brilliant. Superstar.” And Katy said, “Just don’t change. Sing from your heart. Your life is going to change if you want it to change.”
Abi didn't hold back either, who sounded confident to the judges' remarks and noted how she has been the fan of the reality show forever. "I have been a fan of American Idol my entire life,” Abi said to the judges. “I have been telling myself since I was a kid that when I got old enough, I would do it. This is me doing it.” "I hope I can do it justice for you," added Abi.
It's clear that Abi Carter's early performances have already set the bar high, and the judges are eagerly anticipating more from this promising contestant in the coming episodes of American Idol Season 22.
Who is Abi Carter?
Abi, a talented singer hailing from California, has been working hard to prepare for the big moment when she can showcase her skills on national television. Born and raised in the Golden State, Abi is passionate about music, and she's dedicated countless hours to perfecting her performance.
Singing has been a part of Abi's life since she could talk, and her love for music only grew stronger over the years. At the age of 8, she began playing the piano, and by 15, she had mastered the guitar, adding more depth to her musical journey.
Growing up, Abi was raised by her mother, Andrea Carter, who took on the role of the sole parent in their household. Despite being part of a large family with six siblings, Abi's connection to music has been a personal and significant journey for her.
Now, as she steps onto the American Idol stage, Abi's goal is to enchant everyone with the power and beauty of her voice, aiming to leave a lasting impact on everyone who gets to experience her musical talent.
Who was 'American Idol' Season 21 winner?
After a three-hour season finale on May 21, host Ryan Seacrest declared Iam Tongi, a young man from Kahuku, as the winner of the competition series. He emerged victorious over Megan Danielle and Colin Stough, who were eliminated earlier in the night.
These three contestants, Megan, Colin, and Iam, had already been identified as the final contenders during the 'Disney Night' broadcast on May 14. The trio had one last chance to perform before the ultimate winner was revealed.
The competition was intense, with over 17 million votes cast by viewers to support their favorite singer on Idol. In the end, the 18-year-old Iam Tongi stood out and secured the title during the grand finale. His remarkable talent and the massive support from the audience propelled him to victory in this exciting season of the show.
