As we race toward the American Idol Season 23 Finale this Sunday, a new wave of excitement is shaking up fan predictions!

According to trends on social media platforms like Instagram, TikTok, and Facebook, John Foster is now slightly leading over Jamal Roberts in popularity polls — a twist no one saw coming!

Just days ago, it seemed like Jamal had this in the bag. With his explosive stage presence and viral Disney Night performance, he captured millions of hearts. But now, it’s John Foster’s quiet charisma, emotional ballads, and loyal fanbase that are tipping the scales.

 How You Can Vote on Sunday

📅 Date: Sunday, May 18
🕗 Time: Voting opens during the live finale broadcast at 8 PM ET / 5 PM PT on ABC.
📲 Ways to Vote:

American Idol App – Download and vote directly in the app.

idolvote.abc.com – Cast up to 10 votes per contestant here.

Text Voting – Text your favorite’s number (to be revealed during the show) to 21523.

You can vote up to 30 times total (10 per method), so make your votes count! ✅

 The Final Showdown

This is it — the last performance, the final chance, the ultimate decision.
Whether you’re Team Foster or Team Roberts, your vote could decide it all.

Don’t miss the most thrilling finale in years.
📣 Share your predictions, rally your friends, and get ready to make Idol history!