The multi-platinum country artist shocked both the audience and Nalley when he joined mid-performance - pictures here.

Slater Nalley of Vinings, a Lovett senior, thought he had a shot to win partway through the competition but sensed the momentum shifting during the live shows.

LOS ANGELES — “American Idol” crowned a season 23 winner live Sunday night on Channel 2. The top three came down to John ...

ABC's American Idol wrapped up its 23rd season on Sunday, with an epic three hour finale where Jamal Roberts was announced as ...

Only three contestants will advance to next Sunday’s season 23 finale of American Idol, and Slater Nalley is determined to be ...

This was the best reaction! Slater Nalley was performing with Carrie Underwood when a very special guest appeared.

During the American Idol finale, which was released on May 18, 2025, country singer Cody Johnson made a surprise appearance. This caught both the viewers and semi-finalist Slater Nalley off guard.

Slater Nalley was the first singer announced in the Top 5 on Season 23 of American Idol. The look of relief on his face was ...

“I felt like I went out there and I gave it the best that I could,” Artis says. “It was such a beautiful night to be able to ...

American Idol finalist Slater Nalley says he is not done with pursuing his musical dreams after being cut from the ...

However, now many fans believe his elimination was the result of his own mistakes. Not only that, some viewers felt that if he had paid closer attention to his choices, the outcome of the Top 3 lineup ...

Slater Nalley was so good, even Coach Kirby Smart couldn't help but ask fans to send him to 'American Idol' Top 3 ...