by Gina Scarpa

Much as I loved the final three contestants on American Idol, for different reasons, there is nothing worse than a predictable season of a reality show.  Fortunately, for fans of the show, it’s been pretty tough to figure out how the votes are going to play out each week.  We’ve had our share of surprises on the journey to the finale, from an early exit from Alexis Grace to the judges’ decision to save Matt Giraud.  The judges wanted us to believe that Danny Gokey and Adam Lambert had this thing in the bag weeks ago but last night proved that they’re not the ones calling the shots!

The show kicked off with an appearance from Ben Stiller who, after making a few jokes about Seacrest, promoted his new movie, Night At The Museum 2 which opens Memorial Day weekend.  Alicia Keys was also on hand to talk about giving to charities and a child from Rwanda, who has been raising money for HIV prevention, sings a song called “I Am The World’s Greatest.”

It was a long time before any results were delivered.  Seacrest kept parading the contestants onto the stage, showing clips from their hometown visits, then telling them they’ll have to wait to find out what America decided.  The agony!  Former Idol winner Jordin Sparks returned to her former home and performs along with one of the members of One Republic.  That was followed by a performance by Katy Perry, compete with a cape that had Adam’s name on it and some technical difficulties. 

COME ON ALREADY!!!

At long last, we finally get to find out who will be singing in next week’s finale.  Kris Allen is the first one to make it to the top two and I couldn’t be happier.  He can thank his rendition of Kanye’s “Heartless” for that!  Ryan reveals that… Adam will be joining him which means Danny has been eliminated from the competition.  He makes a gracious exit after performing “You Are So Beautiful To Me.”  Danny will most definitely be missed.

Now, on to the finale!!!


Be sure to watch American Idol, as the final two face off, Tuesday night at 8pm ET on FOX.

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