The search for the next music sensation culminates as American Idol prepares to crown its Season 23 champion. The three-hour live “Grand Finale” is set for Sunday, May 18, 2025, at 8:00 PM ET on ABC, bringing a close to another talent-packed season.
Viewers will see the Top 3 finalists—John Foster, Jamal Roberts, and Breanna Nix—take the stage for their last competitive performances. Each hopeful will aim to secure America’s votes in a night that also features appearances by music legends and contemporary top stars. The judges will offer their final critiques before the live vote seals one contestant’s fate. This season’s winner will be revealed by the end of the broadcast.
The “Grand Finale” is designed as a major television event, filled with high-stakes performances and guest appearances.
