‘American Idol’ Crowns A Winner

Just Sam was crowned the season 3 winner of “American Idol” during a live virtual episode. Her real name is Samantha Diaz from Harlem and she was crowned during a virtual finale that featured many live performances.

She made an impact as a subway performer when she auditioned.

https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=JKnlj2Jz8kQ

https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=M_XEg5UcHHA

There were performances by Academy Award nominee Cynthia Erivo, Grammy winner Lauren Daigle, Rascal Flatts and Doug Kiker.

https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=0cKQYLR2as4

The finale ended with Lionel Richie’s first TV performance in 35 years of the 1985 charity anthem he co-wrote with Michael Jackson, “We Are The World.” He was joined by his fellow judges, winner Just Sam and all-star group of  “Idol” alumi — Alejandro Aranda aka Scarypoolparty, Fantasia, Gabby Barrett, Jordin Sparks, Katharine McPhee, Kellie Pickler, Laine Hardy, Lauren Alaina, Phillip Phillips, Ruben Studdard and Scotty McCreery.

https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=FH4Ow92YEDI

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