Gabby Samone shows 'How far she'll go' to reach 'Home' and American Idol glory

American Idol taps Lin-Manuel Miranda for special Disney Night mentorship

American Idol season 23 is set to deliver one of its most anticipated theme nights, and the show has tapped none other than Lin-Manuel Miranda to mentor the Top 7 contestants during its annual Disney Night celebration. The announcement was made via the show’s official Instagram account on May 5, sparking a wave of excitement among fans. Miranda, known globally for creating and starring in the Broadway hit Hamilton, as well as composing music for…

Gabby Samone shows 'How far she'll go' to reach 'Home' and American Idol glory

Baltimore songstress Gabby Samone went full Disney Princess and then took the audience to Oz on American Idol Sunday night.Round 1Gabby was challenged with singing the most "wordy" song yet. Andshe still crushed it.On a night where American Idol's top 7 were lending their voices to Disney classics,Gabby's voice soared through "How Far I'll Go" from the animated film "Moana."Lionel Richie said, "I just love your performance."Carrie Underwood seco…

"American Idol" Holds Part One of Disney Night

American Idol has just aired the first part of its annual Disney Night. What’s Happening: As is now customary ever since American Idol moved to ABC, the reality competition series just aired the first night of its two-part Disney Night.The top seven contestants performed Disney classics (after a brief field...