I have been a huge fan of American Idol since it began in 2002. I must admit I took a break from the show for a few years, but this year the talent and the judging brought me back again and I can't stop watching! This week I got the chance to see the show live and in person. What a magical time I had too. It's as much fun to peek behind the scenes as it is to watch on TV! #KatyPerry is hilarious, #LukeBryan is so real and down to earth, and of course there's #LionelRichie, the seasoned pro with a big heart! I will give you my pick for the #AmericanIdol at the end of the blog, but here's a peek of behind the scenes moments at #AmericanIdol!
It was so exciting as you walk into the theatre where dreams come true!
The stage was set.
I will say what makes the show so fun to watch in person is watching the family and parents watching their kids perform! Here is Wade's Mom and family ready for an exciting night! Wade was awesome!
The judges were ready!
Ryan is prepared as always!
Katy Perry is adorable. During the break here's the moment she sees her Mom in the audience!
And sending her love <3
And showing off her ring!
The show is full of so many great performances. Here Katy and Lionel cheer on Jeremiah's rendition of "Almost Heaven" an original song he wrote himself.
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The tension grows as the last contestant, Uche, sings for survival! In a surprise move, Lionel uses his judges pick to save Uche! Here is everyone's reaction during the break! It was Awesome!
The excitement grows as the rest wait for Katy and Luke to make their picks!
Finally we get the news! Katy chooses Alyssa Raghu and Luke picks Dimitrius as the last two for the top 10!
Here is your top 10 For American Idol!
Madison Vandenburg
Walker Burroughs
Jeremiah Lloyd Harmon
Wade Cota
Laci Kaye Booth
Laine Hardy
Alejandro Aranda
Uche
Dimitrius Graham
Alyssa Raghu
Here is my pick for the winner....I would love to see Alejandro Aranda be the Next American Idol! He's different, amazing, talented and has been through the school of hard knocks!
I had so much fun watching the live performances, I went home and enjoyed it on TV! Starting Sunday, the show will be live coast-to-coast 8e|5p Sunday & Monday on ABC. Don’t forget to vote for your favorite, no one is safe!