Did you know that three of your favorite singers from last year just made a huge comeback on the big stage? American Idol 2026 gave everyone a giant surprise by inviting Filo, Canaan, and Kolbi back to perform with Carrie Underwood.
These stars were from the 2025 season, and fans really missed seeing them. To fulfill the fans’ wishes, they were invited to sing with Carrie! Together, they duet with her on the song How Great Thou Art on a special night of faith.
The audience was so happy to see these familiar faces again. Even though they finished their time on the show last year, they still have so much light and hope. Singing a famous hymn with a superstar like Carrie on the same stage they once stood was definitely a golden moment for them!
Carrie Underwood Performs “How Great Thou Art!” With Filo, Canaan, and Kolbi – American Idol 2026
Viewers online were very excited about this 2025 reunion. One person wrote that this was the best gift the show could give. People loved that the show remembered these talented artists and brought them back for such a special moment.
While the 2025 favorites sang with Carrie, the current Top 20 from the 2026 season also had a big moment.
They got to share the stage with the famous judges for a fun and upbeat song. It was a bridge between the show’s past and present. Everyone joined in to sing the classic hit Sail On with Luke Bryan and Lionel Richie.
This second performance was full of life and high energy. The Top 20 singers looked very confident as they sang along with Lionel on his own famous track. It was a great way to show how much the new contestants have learned so far. The fans cheered loudly because the whole stage was filled with so much talent and music history. It felt like a big party.
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