Host Ryan Seacrest said there were 26 million votes cast, which broke a record and was twice as many as for last year's finale.

"American Idol" named its Season 23 winner following performances by finalists Jamal Roberts, John Foster and Breanna Nix.

Carrie Underwood is wrapping her debut season as judge on 'American Idol.' Ahead of the season 23 finale on May 18, the singer revealed new details on her wardrobe, including why she decided to wear her clothes from 20 years ago,