Baylee Littrell Reacts To His Elimination From “American Idol”
on Apr 22, 2025
Baylee Littrell Advanced Into Idol‘s Top 20 Before His Elimination
Sadly, Baylee Littrell was forced to say “goodbye” to American Idol following his elimination on Monday night’s (April 21) episode.
The night prior (April 20), Baylee was one of the Top 20 contestants who sang during the special “Songs of Faith” episode. The three-hour program aired on Easter Sunday and featured faith-based performances from the Idol judges, contestants, and special guests.
Judge Carrie Underwood closed the show with a glorious rendition of “How Great Thou Art.”
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For his performance, Baylee sang a song recorded by his father, Backstreet Boys’ Brian Littrell. Titled “Gone Without Goodbye,” Brian released the track in 2006 and dedicated it to the victims of 9/11.
After his emotional performance, Baylee revealed that his own mother was supposed to be on one of the planes that struck the World Trade Center. She and Brian watched Baylee sing “Gone Without Goodbye,” and both of them teared up during his performance.
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After that performance, Baylee’s fate was left in America’s hands. Voting opened to the viewers and remained open until Monday, April 21.
Later that evening, the Top 20 gathered to learn who would advance into the Top 14. Host Ryan Seacrest revealed the contestants’ fates one by one, sharing whether America’s votes saved them or if they were in jeopardy of elimination.
America saved ten contestants, leaving ten others at risk. Those contestants sang for the four remaining slots in the Top 14, with the judges picking the four singers who advanced.
Baylee found himself in jeopardy. So, he sang John Legend‘s “All of Me” in a last-ditch effort to remain on the show.
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However, when it came time for the judges to choose the last four contestants to join the Top 14, they didn’t say Baylee’s name. He was eliminated from the competition along with Isaiah Misailegalu, Drew Ryn, Olivier Bergeron, Zaylie Windsor, and Victor Solomon.
Baylee Littrell Shares Love For His Fans In Grateful Message After His Elimination
Taking to social media the day after his heartbreaking elimination (April 22), Baylee thanked his followers for supporting him throughout his time on American Idol. He wrote:
“My American Idol journey has come to an end … Thank you so much to all that supported me this season … I love you all.”
Fans reacted to his elimination in the comments. Many shared how surprised they were to see him cut from the competition. Others offered words of encouragement and pushed Baylee to keep chasing his dreams.
One follower said, “You did an amazing job. This is just the beginning.”
“You have so much to be proud of Baylee!!! Congratulations,” read another comment.
Another person said, “I’m sad for you bro! But you are incredible. Your voice is amazing. God continue bless you.”
Someone else wrote, “I can’t believe the judges didn’t choose you to continue … Congratulations on your journey, it was definitely just the beginning of a brilliant career that you will have! Don’t give up on your dream, you’re really VERY GOOD!”
“I’m sorry to hear this Baylee,” wrote another follower. “Please don’t let this stop you from continuing to write, record and perform!!! God has blessed you with such amazing talent, and your fans will continue to support you!!!!”
Baylee also received a supportive comment from his father, Brian, who shared how proud he is of him.
“Bubba I am and always will be in your corner.” Brian said. “[You] are so strong and so very talented, and inspire me every day. It’s never the end, only the beginning for so many to be blessed by your gifts….. you killed it last night.
Read Baylee Littrell’s reaction to his elimination from American Idol in the post below. We wish him the best moving forward in his career!
