American Idol announce Top 16 contestants

American Idol on ABC

American Idol announced the Top 16 on Sunday, April 11th. During the episode, the 16 contestants from the Top 24 who advanced to the next round are revealed and performed for America’s votes. On Monday April 12, the Top 12 will be revealed live. First, the Top 10  contestants with the most votes will be announced. The remaining 6 contestants will perform for a chance at one of two spots picked by the judges Lionel Richie, Katy Perry and Luke Bryan.

American Idol Top 16

Alanis Sophia
Alyssa Wray
Ava August
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Caleb Kennedy
Casey Bishop
Cassandra Coleman
Chayce Beckham
Colin Jamieson
DeShawn Goncalves
Grace Kinstler
Graham DeFranco
Hunter Metts
Madison Watkins
Willie Spence
Wyatt Pike

Eliminated

Alana Sherman
Andrea Valles
Anilee List
Cecil Ray
Hannah Everhart
Jason Warrior
Liahona Olayan
Mary Jo Youn
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Here are a few performances from The Top 16.

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