It’s Disney Night at “American Idol!”
“The Top 9 bring iconic Disney songs to life as America votes live to decide which seven finalists move one step closer to their dream of becoming the next ‘American Idol,'” the episode’s news release reads.
The remaining nine contestants, revealed in last week’s April 13 episode, are Chris Tungseth, Braden Rumfelt, Brooks Rosser, Daniel Stallworth, Keyla Richardson, Lucas Leon, Kyndal Inskeep, Hannah Harper and Jordan McCullough.
Tonight’s episode will feature music legend and “American Idol” alum Jennifer Hudson as a mentor and guest judge, as well as performances from Disney’s “Descendants” and “Toy Story.”
When is the next episode of ‘American Idol’ 2026?
The next episode of “American Idol” airs at 7 p.m. CT/8 p.m. ET on Monday, April 20.
Watch “American Idol” on Disney+
How to watch ‘American Idol’ tonight
ABC airs “American Idol” at 7 p.m. CT every Monday.
Episodes can also be streamed on Disney+ and Hulu.
Did Keyla Richardson make Top 9 on ‘American Idol?’
Pensacola native Keyla Richardson, along with eight other singers, advanced to the show’s Top 9 on Monday, April 13, surviving yet another round of eliminations.
Two contestants will be sent home in tonight’s Disney-themed episode.
Who went home last episode on ‘American Idol’?
On last week’s episode, which aired Monday, April 13, two singers were eliminated:
When is ‘American Idol’ finale 2026?
The Season 24 finale of “American Idol” airs Monday, May 11.
Contributing: Brittany Misencik, Pensacola News Journal
This article originally appeared on Pensacola News Journal: Is ‘American Idol’ on tonight? How to watch Keyla Richardson
Reporting by Ashley Ferrer, USA TODAY NETWORK – Florida / Pensacola News Journal
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