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

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.

During the Season 23 finale of 'American Idol,' Carrie Underwood performed 'I'm Gonna Love You' with finalist Slater Nalley, and Cody Johnson joined in as a surprise star guest.

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

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

While Slater Nalley didn’t make it to the top three ... Underwood for “I’m Gonna Love You,” before country singer Cody Johnson surprised a stunned Nalley on stage.

Underwood announced the birth of another new baby lamb on her Tennessee farm, and this little sheep has a special connection ...