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American Idol voting opens tonight for the top 20 contest. Fans can cast their first ballots of the season as 10 finalists take the stage on Monday, March 24. The competition heats up at Disney’s Aulani Resort in Hawaii with 10 more performances coming tonight on ABC.
🔥 Quick Facts
- Voting Window: Opens at 8 p.m. ET tonight, closes at 6 a.m. ET on March 24
- Three Ways to Vote: Online at idolvote.abc.com, via text to 21523, and social media comments
- Top 20 Finalists: Competition on ABC features performances from half of the remaining singers
- Vote Limit: Up to 10 votes per contestant per voting method available
How to Vote on American Idol Tonight
Fans have three convenient voting methods to choose from for the top 20 round. The easiest option is heading to idolvote.abc.com, where viewers must create a free account to cast votes. The voting website will automatically update with the remaining top 20 contestants for next week’s episode.
Text voting remains popular and easy: simply text a contestant’s specific number to 21523 during the broadcast. A brand new voting method debuted this season, allowing fans to vote via social media comments on Facebook, Instagram, and TikTok. Just visit the official American Idol page and comment the contestant’s name on the pinned voting post.
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American Idol vote opens tonight for top 20, cast your ballot on ABC
Each viewer can submit up to 10 votes per contestant through each voting method, giving dedicated fans a total of 30 votes to distribute across their favorites.
Meet the Top 20 Competing Tonight
The 10 performers taking the stage this Monday include Philmon Lee, Rae, Lucas Leon, Jordan McCullough, Abayomi, Madison Moon, Chris Tungseth, Ruby Rae, Julián Kalel, and Keyla Richardson. These finalists have already impressed judges Lionel Richie, Carrie Underwood, and Luke Bryan throughout the competition.
Last week’s performances featured the first group of 10 top 20 contestants including Jake Thistle, Braden Rumfelt, Brooks Rosser, Kyndal Inskeep, Daniel Stallworth, Genevieve Heyward, Hannah Harper, Makiyah, Jesse Findling, and Kutter Bradley. Results from both weeks of voting will determine the final top 14 finalists.
| Tonight’s Contestants | About the Round |
| Philmon Lee, Rae, Lucas Leon, Jordan McCullough, Abayomi | Filmed at Disney’s Aulani Resort in Hawaii |
| Madison Moon, Chris Tungseth, Ruby Rae, Julián Kalel, Keyla Richardson | Mentored by Brad Paisley and Keke Palmer |
| Last Week’s 10 Performers | Winning Vote Count Determines Top 14 |
| Jake Thistle, Braden Rumfelt, Brooks Rosser, Kyndal Inskeep, Daniel Stallworth | Results Revealed on Monday, March 30 |
“The top 20 round marks the first time in the season viewers have been able to cast their votes and weigh in on their favorite singers.”
— American Idol, Official Statement
Tonight’s Vote Impact on the Competition
America’s votes matter for the first time this season as the top 20 performs in Hawaii. The mentorship from Brad Paisley and Keke Palmer has prepared these finalists for the intense competition ahead. Viewers will see spectacular performances from contestants battling for survival in the tournament.
This two-week voting cycle is crucial, as six finalists will be eliminated after both groups perform and America votes. The results announcement comes next Monday, March 30, when judges and fans discover who advances to the top 14 round. The stakes intensify nightly as America makes its voice heard.
Why Tonight’s Vote Determines American Idol History
For the first time all season, American viewers hold the power to shape the competition’s outcome. The three voting methods offer unprecedented accessibility and convenience for fans nationwide. Whether voting online, via text, or through social media, every vote counts toward creating the final top 14 finalist lineup.
Make sure you tune in tonight on ABC at 8 p.m. ET to see the second group of top 20 performers and cast your votes before 6 a.m. ET tomorrow. Voting is now open, and your choice could determine who advances in American Idol season 24.
Sources
- Deseret News: Latest American Idol 2026 voting updates and contestant information
- ABC Official: American Idol voting methods and official competition schedule
- IMDb: Top 20 contestant reveals and season updates
