Viewers have until 3 a.m. PT on March 24 to vote for their favorite contestants on "American Idol," determining which singers advance from the Top 20 to the Top 14. Voting opened at 8 p.m. ET Monday following the second night of performances from Hawaii, marking the first time America’s vote directly shapes the 2026 season. Supporters can cast ballots online, via text, or through comments on the show’s official social media pages.
Key Takeaways:
- Voting Deadline: The window to vote closes at 6 a.m. ET / 3 a.m. PT on Tuesday, March 24.
- Three Voting Methods: Fans can vote up to 10 times each on idolvote.abc.com, by texting 21523, and by commenting on @AmericanIdol’s pinned posts on Facebook, Instagram, and TikTok.
- Critical Round: This vote is the public’s first chance to influence the competition, cutting the field from 20 finalists to 14.
- Performance Recap: The second group of 10 performed in Hawaii Monday night, with judges praising standout performances from Keyla Richardson and Rae.
Performances Set Stage for Fan Decision
The final 10 of the Top 20 performed Monday night at Aulani, A Disney Resort and Spa in Ko Olina, Hawaii. Judges Carrie Underwood, Lionel Richie, and Luke Bryan, alongside mentors Brad Paisley and Keke Palmer, watched the showcase. Keyla Richardson received a standing ovation for her rendition of “With a Little Help from My Friends,” which Lionel Richie called the greatest performance he had ever seen on the "Idol" stage.
America Takes Control of Competition
This vote represents a pivotal shift in the season’s power structure. The judges selected the initial Top 20, but the public now determines which 14 contestants continue. The results will be revealed during the live episodes on March 30. This transition places the fate of the competitors, who have received mentorship in Hawaii, entirely in the hands of viewer votes.
How to Cast Your Vote Before Deadline
To participate, fans must act before the 3 a.m. PT deadline. Votes can be submitted through the official idolvote.abc.com website, by texting a contestant’s assigned number to 21523, or by commenting on the official "American Idol" pages on Facebook, Instagram, and TikTok. Voters are allowed up to 10 submissions per method per contestant, for a total of 30 possible votes per artist across all platforms.
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