How to Vote for American Idol 2025, Explained
Want to make sure your favorite singer gets to the top 3? Vote! Here's what you need to know before the American Idol Season 23 Episode 18.
Another season of dreams and breathtaking performances is approaching its top 3 and grand finale. American Idol Season 23 has once again ended up stealing our hearts and turning ordinary people into mega stars right before our eyes.
Want to be a part of the show? Vote!
American Idol Disney Night: Top 5 Recap
But first, let's recap and see who made it to the top 5 last night.
Episode 17 was a Disney-themed show featuring the creative genius Lin-Manuel Miranda as a special guest mentor. The fairytale ended too soon for Gabby Samone and Mattie Pruitt, who said goodbye to their Idol run after America voted.
This leaves us with our top 5: Jamal Roberts, Breanna Nix, John Foster, Slater Nalley and Thunderstorm Artis.
While judges can no longer save contestants, they have taken on an even more important role. They help viewers to make the decision. And tonight they will need you to decide who's going to the top 3.
How to Vote for the Top 3 on American Idol 2025
Ready to support your favorite contestant? Here are your three voting options:
- Vote Online. For that, click here and cast your vote with just a few clicks.
- Download the American Idol App. If you use iOS, click here. If you use Android, click here.
- Text voting. The classic method, simply text from your phone. Just remember, you need to be 16 or older and located in the US, Puerto Rico or the Virgin Islands to participate.
What Does the Audience Think About the Voting System?
Some fans have voiced their concerns about the voting, feeling down because their favorite contestant didn't make it through. That’s why it’s important to vote, by the way.
“I already know the outrage is going to happen but these shows and their demographic always have bias for country or country aligned males. I would prefer Gabby to be in but I'm definitely not surprised in the slightest. never underestimate the country vote but also make sure to vote & don’t complain if you didn’t vote unless you genuinely can’t,” Redditor Jlh7296 wrote.
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“I absolutely had Gabby set to win. Part of me knew she wouldn’t because of the way American tends to vote, but she is without a doubt the best vocalist,” another fan, kenzieandthenews on Reddit shared.
Where & When to Watch the Next Episode of American Idol?
The top 3 will be determined May 12 at 8 p.m. ET on ABC. The grand finale will take place at the same time on May 18.
