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American Idol Season 23’s “Judges’ Song Contest” episode took a dramatic turn as Josh King was eliminated, leaving both fans and fellow contestants emotional. Josh delivered a heartfelt performance of Michael Bublé’s “Home,” while Mattie Pruitt performed Jessie Murph’s “Always Been You.” Despite both landing in the bottom two, it was Luke Bryan, whose songs were most correctly guessed, who had the final say. He chose to save Mattie, earning mixed reactions online.
Josh allegedly urged the judges to save Mattie, which many viewers regarded to be a kind and selfless move. Some applauded the choice, saying Mattie's distinct emotional edge made her worthy of being in the Top 7. Josh's steady vocals and stage presence, according to others, should have guaranteed him a place. The decision generated intense discussion among fans on social media over who should have stayed.
The tearful departure served as a reminder to fans of American Idol's high stakes and unpredictable nature. Despite their disagreement with the result, many people called the decision perfect on social media.
An admirer of American Idol wrote on X,
"I wish Josh well, but I think America FINALLY got it right tonight #AmericanIdol"
Another fan commented from his account,
"The right choice was made. Josh does seem like a really cool and great guy, but it was definitely his time to go #AmericanIdol"
"about time…byeeee Josh #AmericanIdol," another tweet read.
Another netizen posted,
"YESSS JOSH IS FINALLY OUT PRAISE THE LORD #AmericanIdol."
Other fans of American Idol, however, said that judges should have picked Mattie instead of Josh.
A person wrote,
"I don’t understand the judges. We were so close having Mattie eliminated and yet they saved her from going home when Josh King serenaded us with a Michael Bublé classic. She better not send home Breanna, Gabby or Jamal. #americanidol"
"See? I told you but Mattie Pruitt should’ve went home instead of Josh. She can’t sing but what saved her (aside from the judges) were her vocals in that group performance lol she should’ve been singing to that extent right when the competition started #AmericanIdol @AmericanIdol," another X user posted.
Who gets eliminated in American Idol Season 23 Episode 16?
American Idol Season 23 Episode 16 featured the Top 8 performing songs that the judges secretly chose. After the public vote, Mattie Pruitt and Josh King landed in the bottom two. Having won the Judges' Song Contest, Luke Bryan had the opportunity to save one competitor, and he chose to save Mattie. Consequently, Josh King was removed.
Online responses to Josh's removal were not quite unanimous. Although some admirers thought his performances were impressive, others thought America finally made the right decision. In any case, Josh's adventure shaped the season and demonstrated his development.
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Stay tuned to ABC to see who gets crowned as the winner of American Idol Season 23.
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