'American Idol' reveals winner – See if Keyla, Hannah or Jordan won
May 12, 2026, 8:46 a.m. ET

"American Idol" Top 3 finalists Keyla Richardson, Jordan McCullough and Hannah Harper made it to the May 11 finale. After a three-hour episode featuring a performance by judges Carrie Underwood, Lionel Richie and Luke Bryan and a starry lineup of guest performers including Nelly, Brad Paisley, Lee Ann Womack and Jason Mraz, the ABC show unveiled its 2026 winner. Hannah Harperbecame the first female country artist to win since Underwood.
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Harper and Lee Ann Womack perform during the finale.
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Harper performs during the finale.
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Harper and Top 3 finalist Jordan McCullough embrace during the finale.
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Harper poses with the show's judges during the finale.
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