✨ DISNEY NIGHT MAGIC: Louisiana’s John Foster CHARMS His Way Into ‘American Idol’ Top 3!

LOS ANGELES — The stakes were sky-high, the pressure was on, but 18-year-old John Foster—the Louisiana crooner stealing America’s heart—turned Disney Night into his own fairy tale. On May 12, 2025, Foster dazzled again in the Top 5 showdown, delivering two showstopping performances that catapulted him straight into the Season 23 Top 3!

After a nail-biting two-hour voting frenzy, host Ryan Seacrest sealed the deal: FOSTER IS THROUGH! The crowd erupted, the judges beamed, and Foster’s Cinderella story took another leap toward the crown.

🎤 PERFORMANCE 1: “The Bear Necessities” (***The Jungle Book*****)**

Foster kicked off the night with a playful twist on the Disney classic. Starting slow and sultry, he suddenly flipped the tempo, grinning as he transformed the tune into a bayou-worthy jam. Judges ate it up:

- Luke Bryan: “You’ve found your look, your sound—America’s obsessed!”

- Lionel Richie: “Your likability? Off. The. Charts.”

- Carrie Underwood: “That was pure joy—a childhood favorite reimagined!”

Foster, who gushed about missing Louisiana’s French Quarter vibes, proved Disneyland isn’t the only place where dreams come true.

🌈 PERFORMANCE 2: “Rainbow Connection” (***The Muppet Movie*****)**

Teaming up with Lin-Manuel Miranda, Foster traded swagger for soul. Initially channeling Willie Nelson’s iconic cover, Miranda pushed him: “Make it YOUR story.” The result? A stripped-down, acoustic masterpiece—Foster on guitar, pouring his heart into every lyric.

The judges were swooning:

- Bryan: “That wasn’t Willie—it was 100% YOU. Authentic. Magnetic.”

- Richie: “Your voice? Pure velvet. You’re a stylist—no one sounds like you!”

- Underwood: “You’re my diamond in the rough. Win this thing, kid!”

🌟 WHY FOSTER’S A FRONTRUNNER

- Disney Magic x Louisiana Soul: His blend of nostalgia and hometown charm is irresistible.

- Mentorship Gold: Miranda’s coaching unlocked raw, emotional storytelling.

- Judge’s Darling: Underwood’s early faith? Proving prophetic.

WHAT’S NEXT?

The Top 3 finale looms, and Foster’s trajectory screams “star.” Can he out-sing rivals Slater Nalley and Breanna Nix? One thing’s clear: America’s rooting for the boy from Louisiana to take it all.

🔥 QUICK HITS

- Also Through: Jamal Roberts and Breanna Nix join Foster in the Top 3.

- Shock Exit: Fan fav Slater Nalley narrowly missed the cut.

- Fan Frenzy: #FosterTheDreamer trends nationwide post-show.

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