Episode
American Idol: 819 (Grand Finale)
Overview
The top three give their final performances in a star-studded night with music legends and top stars; this year's winner is revealed.
Details
- Series
- American Idol
- Season
- Season 8
- Episode
- Episode 19
- Air date
- 2025-05-18
- Runtime
- 128 min
Episode context
819 (Grand Finale) is Episode 19 in Season 8 of American Idol. It aired on 2025-05-18. The runtime is 128 min.
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