Video: Trent Harmon talks winning ‘American Idol’

(L-R): Ryan Seacrest, La Porsha Renae, Trent Harmon

Trent Harmon was announced as the last winner for American Idol. Harmon beat out La Porsha Renae. Harmon the 25-year-old from Amory, MS won the heart of millions each week singing a variety of soulful ballads, country and pop music selections.

The two-part grand finale of the farewell season was filled with surprise appearances including winners Kelly Clarkson and Carrie Underwood, along with Jennifer Hudson, who returned to the IDOL stage one last time to perform. The farewell celebration continued, as IDOL paid tribute to the past 15 seasons.

Thursday’s final episode had all-star performances by former IDOLs, including Ruben Studdard, Fantasia, Taylor Hicks, Jordin Sparks, David Cook, Kris Allen, Lee DeWyze, Scotty McCreery, Phillip Phillips, Candice Glover, Caleb Johnson, Nick Fradiani, Ace Young, Allison Iraheta, Amber Holcomb, Blake Lewis, Bo Bice, Brandon Rogers, Bucky Covington, Carly Smithson, Casey James, Chris Daughtry, Clark Beckham, Clay Aiken, Colton Dixon, Constantine Maroulis, Danny Gokey, Diana DeGarmo, Elliott Yamin, George Huff, James Durbin, Jennifer Hudson, Jessica Sanchez, Joshua Ledet, Justin Guarini, Katharine McPhee, Kellie Pickler, Kimberley Locke, Kree Harrison, LaToya London, Lauren Alaina, Melinda Doolittle, Pia Toscano, Sanjaya, Skylar Laine, Tamyra Gray and more, before host Ryan Seacrest announced the results of America’s votes and the final IDOL was crowned.

Check back to this page for more behind-the-scenes interviews from the red carpet and backstage after the show.

Check out the video link below to see what Trent had to say about winning “American Idol”, what his record will sound like, song choices and more.

This article was originally posted on Examiner.Com on April 11, 2016 http://www.examiner.com/article/video-trent-harmon-talks-winning-american-idol-1

Belinda Thomas