‘American Idol’ top 3: Who is advancing to the Season 23 finale

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It’s down to three hopeful and talented singers who could be named the next American Idol.

Disney night continued on the May 12 episode of “American Idol,” which saw the top five contestants perform twice — one Disney-themed Heroes and one Villains themed track — for America’s vote.

Lin-Manuel Miranda returned as a special guest, giving the five finalists advice in what could be their last performances.

Host Ryan Seacrest led the show as judges Carrie Underwood, Lionel Richie, and Luke Bryan were beyond impressed with the remaining talent and delivered helpful feedback for the Sunday, May 18 finale.

Here’s a look at who went home and the final three singers in the competition, along with the songs they performed during the May 12 “American Idol” episode.

Who was eliminated on the May 12 episode of ‘American Idol’?

Unfortunately, as the competition comes to an end, two more contestants had to be eliminated and leave “American Idol.”

Slater Nalley

Slater Nalley on the May 12 episode of “American Idol.”Christopher Willard / Disney

First Performance: “You’ve Got a Friend in Me” from “Toy Story”

Second Performance: “Born to be Wild” from “D3: The Mighty Ducks”

Thunderstorm Artis

Thunderstorm Artis on the May 12 episode of "American Idol."
Thunderstorm Artis on the May 12 episode of “American Idol.”Christopher Willard / Disney

First Performance: “A Dream Is a Wish Your Heart Makes” from “Cinderella”

Second Performance: “Find Yourself” from “Cars”

Who made it to the Top 3 on ‘American Idol’?

Meet your Top 3 “American Idol” contestants, who are headed to the Sunday, May 18 finale.

John Foster

John Foster on the May 12 episode of "American Idol."
John Foster on the May 12 episode of “American Idol.”Christopher Willard / Disney

First Performance: “The Bare Necessities” from “The Jungle Book”

Second Performance: “Rainbow Connection” from “The Muppet Movie”

Jamal Roberts

Jamal Robert on the May 11 episode of "American Idol."
Jamal Robert on the May 11 episode of “American Idol.”Christopher Willard / Disney

First Performance: “Ain’t No Mountain High Enough” from “Remember the Titans”

Second Performance: “Beauty and the Beast” from “Beauty and the Beast”

Breanna Nix

Breanna Nix on the May 12 episode of "American Idol."
Breanna Nix on the May 12 episode of “American Idol.”Christopher Willard / Disney

First Performance: “This Will Be (An Everlasting Love)” from “The Parent Trap”

Second Performance: “You’ll Be in My Heart” from “Tarzan”

 

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