We were rocking out tonight on “American Idol” season 24. Week 3 of the auditions on ‘American Idol’ 2026 gave us even more tickets to Hollywood being handed out by the judges — Carrie Underwood, Luke Bryan, and Lionel Richie. While we saw some amazing auditions tonight, these three performances stood out to us, so you won’t want to miss them. Check out the videos below in our “American Idol” season 24 spoilers.
1. Trew the Star
He said his first memory of singing was watching “American Idol” with his mom. His siblings are with him, and they are all emotional about Trew being here. Their mom was into drugs, and they had a rough life as kids. He was just starting to understand and forgive her when she passed away in 2022. Yes, we see all the tears right now.
For his audition, he sings “Nothin’ Can Change This Love” by Sam Cooke. He has a very solid voice. Trew hits some runs that are so good. He then puts a rasp in there, and I love it. He definitely has good range.
Lionel hugs him and says we are proud of him. Carrie said he has a commanding voice, but her favorite part was his delivery. He was delivering a story to us, and it was believable. Luke said he got full-body chills, and it was real and genuine. His family comes in and gets to enjoy the moment, as he gets three yes votes from the judges.
2. Philmon Lee
He comes in comfortably and is very calm. Right now, he does insurance sales. However, he wants to sign every night if he can. He credits it to his dad, who toured around with a gospel quartet. Philmon got into music after college and signed with a major label. Then the pandemic hit, and it never went anywhere. “American Idol” 2026 is another chance for him to do what he loves.
Philmon sings “When a Man Loves a Woman” by Michael Bolton. To be honest, I wasn’t sure how this would go. He’s just so calm, no nerves. However, that’s because he knows what he’s got is true talent. His voice is so good, and he nails this audition.
Lionel said that it was a great interpretation. Carrie said it was surprising. He is so chill and calm, but then he sings with his hands in his pockets. She was pleasantly surprised. Luke said he is making another Georgia boy proud. He looks like he was born to sing, and it’s his turn to shine. He gets three yes votes and is headed to Hollywood Week!
3. Lanii
She is 19 years old and clearly is nervous. Lanii said she is doing this for her dad, who is in the ICU. She said all of this is for him. Her dad has always believed in her, even when she doesn’t believe in it. He has struggled with addiction, and she said this could be her last chance to show him that she tried.
For her audition, she sings “Tell Me You Love Me” by Demi Lovato. While she is clearly nervous and lacks confidence, she has a good voice. She captures the emotions of the lyrics. I do feel she is young and new to this, but she could be worked to be better and better.
Carrie said she has an incredible. I don’t even know if you know what you could be capable of. Luke said some people’s journey to get here is harder than others. She is not trying to be something she’s not, and there’s something special about her. Lionel said she’s got him all messed up in the corner over here. It’s pretty uplifting to see the human spirit, and she’s a perfect example of it. It’s three yes votes, and she is headed to Hollywood Week.
Who do you think had the best auditions on “American Idol” 2026 tonight?
