
"American Idol" shut down rehearsals March 19 because of the coronavirus, so the timing of the rest of this season is uncertain. A previously taped episode featuring the top 40 contestants airs March 29, followed by a hiatus until live shows begin. Mays, who had been on “Idol” last season, did her best to support her boyfriend even as she realized her own dream was over. A saddened West realized only he was moving forward in the competition. The round also separated “Idol” couple Jonny West, 23, who sang an original, and Margie Mays, 26, who sang “Lost Without You” by Freya Ridings. The final round of Hollywood Week broke up real life college roommates Sophia Wackerman, 20, who sang “Somewhere” by Barbra Streisand and Sarah Isen, also 20, who sang “Light On” by Maggie Rogers. But both still made it to the next round. And Makayla Phillips, 17, did so with less success on “Cuz I Love You” by Lizzo. However, in order to take home the win, Chacye had to put on three more performances at the finale. Now that he is the new Idol winner, he won a record deal with Hollywood Records, as well as many other prizes. Whitney Houston’s “I Wanna Dance With Somebody” proved to be a winner for 27-year-old Geena and 17-year-olds Cyniah Elise and Olivia Ximines, but Yzthasinger, 19, couldn’t compare and didn’t make the cut.Ĭamryn Leigh Smith, 16, stepped out of her comfort zone with “Always Remember Us This Way” by Lady Gaga. During the American Idol season 19 finale on Sunday, May 23, the fans saw 24-year-old Chayce Beckham from Apple Valley, CA being crowned the new champion. “And after Hollywood Week, I don’t think I’m ever going to need that box again and I don’t think I’m ever going to need to sing on the train again.” The former heavy machine operator closed out the season with. “These past couple of days I was bringing my (collection) box for luck,” the former(?) busker said. After a nationwide vote, Ryan Seacrest revealed Chayce Beckham as the 2021 winner of American Idol during a star-studded grand finale. “When we’re like, 'I’m tired,' perspective, right?” Perry said to the other judges, underscoring how fortunate they are.

After being taken to the hospital to get checked out, Brownlee returned and delivered a tender performance that left judge Katy Perry bawling. Backstage, Brownlee collapsed and had a seizure as medical workers and the judges ran to her aid.īrownlee has a condition called Vasovagal syncope that can cause a sudden rapid drop in heart rate and blood pressure that can lead to fainting. Makayla Brownlee, 17, was about to sing a cover of “Rainbow” by Kacey Musgraves when she choked up and left the stage.


The final night of this round's performances had contestants performing solo with a live band, hoping to make an impression with the judges that moved them to the top 40. On Monday’s “American Idol,” Hollywood Week came to a dramatic close with plenty of tears and a performance that sent one contestant to the hospital. Arthur Gunn infamously skipped the season 19 finale of ABC’s American Idol, where he was set to perform alongside music superstar Sheryl.
