ABC Network is back with the popular show American Idol 2022 (Season 20), here we bring you every detail – starting from its release date, auditions, judges, contestants list, and many more.
As per a report, only the Top 20 contestants will receive the ‘Golden Ticket‘, which means they will move on to the Hollywood Round of the competition.
American Idol 2022: Start Date and Time
This year, American Idol is making a comeback with its 20th Season premiering on Sunday, February 27, 2022. On the New Year, ABC uploaded a promo video featuring the host & judges to announce the premiere date of the show. Its episodes will air every Sunday night at 8 p.m. ET on ABC.
American Idol 2022: Judges and the Host
Judges
Host
American Idol 2022 Contestants List
| Sr No. | Contestant Name | From | Status |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Julia Jewel | New Canaan, Connecticut | Auditioned |
| 2 | Bri Sims | Cypress, Texas | Auditioned |
| 3 | Maurice | New Orleans, Louisiana | Auditioned |
| 4 | Caysi Keller | Mammoth, MT | Auditioned |
| 5 | Donavan Diaz | Los Angeles, CA | Auditioned |
| 6 | Kendra Checketts | Los Angeles, CA | Auditioned |
| 7 | Rachael Pinocchio | Los Angeles, CA | Auditioned |
| 8 | Shy Keller | Park City, Utah | Auditioned |
| 9 | Justin Grider | Lake Ozark, MO | Auditioned |
| 10 | Alicia | Nashville, TN | Auditioned |
| 11 | Miguela | Florida | Auditioned |
| 12 | Jenna Marquis | Simi Valley, CA | Auditioned |
| 13 | Christian Quesenberry | Smith Mountain Lake, VA | Auditioned |
| 14 | Monica Zerance | Nashville, TN | Auditioned |
| 15 | Dustin Chapman | Nashville, TN | Auditioned |
| 16 | Katyrah | Miami, Florida | Auditioned |
| 17 | Jacob Moran | Chicago, Illinois | Auditioned |
| 18 | Dakota Hayden | Rosine, Kentucky | Auditioned |
| 19 | Emyrson | Hudson, Ohio | Auditioned |
| 20 | Fritz Hager | Tyler, Texas | Auditioned |
| 21 | Tristen Gressett | Alabama | Auditioned |
| 22 | Colby Cobb | Nashville, TN | Auditioned |
| 23 | Jourdan Blue | New Orleans, Louisiana | Auditioned |
| 24 | Trell | North Carolina | Auditioned |
| 25 | Douglas Mills | Kentucky | Auditioned |
| 26 | Jordan Chase Torrez | Pensacola, Florida | Auditioned |
| 27 | Eshan Sobti | Vancouver | Auditioned |
| 28 | Taylor Davidson | Nashville, TN | Auditioned |
| 29 | Presley Trevino | Austin, TX | Auditioned |
| 30 | Elisheva Mcaleny | South Carolina | Auditioned |
| 31 | Tyra Madison | Nashville, TN | Auditioned |
| 32 | Saylor Woodmansee | Oklahoma City | Auditioned |
| 33 | Cali Morris | Pataskala, OH | Auditioned |
| 34 | Isaiah Otto | Frederic, Wisconsin | Auditioned |
| 35 | Magdiel Reyes | Puerto Rico | Auditioned |
| 36 | Ilake Ragan | Austin, TX | Auditioned |
| 37 | Carrie Brockwell | Richmond, VA | Auditioned |
| 38 | Rachel Chiu | Vancouver | Auditioned |
| 39 | Jillian Bryant | Chickasha, OK | Auditioned |
| 40 | Robbie Clark | Toledo, OH | Auditioned |
| 41 | Corey Curtis | Florida | Auditioned |
| 42 | Nic Howell | Orlando, FL | Auditioned |
| 43 | Krik Richmond | Houston, TX | Auditioned |
| 44 | Delaney Renee | Nashville, TN | Auditioned |
| 45 | Christiana Alaire | Nashville, TN | Auditioned |
| 46 | Taylor Fagins | New York City, NY | Auditioned |
| 47 | Brooke Williams | Scottsdale, AZ | Auditioned |
| 48 | Capri Everitt | Los Angeles, CA | Auditioned |
| 49 | Morgan Gruber | Nashville, TN | Auditioned |
| 50 | Jayy | Philadelphia | Auditioned |
| 51 | Kaylin Roberson | Nashville, TN | Auditioned |
| 52 | Matt Gorman | Nashville, TN | Auditioned |
| 53 | Marlene Mendoza | New York City, NY | Auditioned |
| 54 | Mike Parker | Las Vegas, Nevada | Auditioned |
| 55 | Skyler | Los Angeles, CA | Auditioned |
| 56 | Bryce McGlothin | Miami, Florida | Auditioned |
| 57 | Grace Pehrman | Boston, MA | Auditioned |
| 58 | Cassie Ortiz | Miami, Florida | Auditioned |
| 59 | Danny Czerkawski | Boston, MA | Auditioned |
| 60 | Milo Boland | San Francisco, CA | Auditioned |
| 61 | Kezia Istonia (LadyK) | Montgomery, AL | Auditioned |
| 62 | Manda Malina | Los Angeles, CA | Auditioned |
| 63 | Zareh Isa | Los Angeles, CA | Auditioned |
| 64 | Devin Michael (D3VINE) | Portland, Maine | Auditioned |
| 65 | Valerie Marie | Miami, Florida | Auditioned |
| 66 | Tyler Christian | Boston, MA | Auditioned |
| 67 | Zia Blue | Mexico | Auditioned |
| 68 | Brooks Kidd | Nashville, TN | Auditioned |
| 69 | Milla DeVilliers | Laguna Hills, CA | Auditioned |
| 70 | Ryleigh Madison | New York City, NY | Auditioned |
Who won American Idol 2021?
The winner of American Idol 2021 was a 24-year-old heavy machinery operator Chayce Beckham. The other two finalists were Grace Kinstler and Willie Spence.
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