The BEST episodes of American Idol season 6
Every episode of American Idol season 6, ranked from best to worst by thousands of votes from fans of the show. The best episodes of American Idol season 6!
The smash reality series showcases wannabe pop stars competing for a record deal by crooning for a panel of judges. The judges review a performer's talent (or lack thereof), and at-home viewers then vote for their favorite potential star. The show helped launch the careers of such artists as Kelly Clarkson, Carrie Underwood, Jennifer Hudson and Adam Lambert.
#1 - Minneapolis Auditions
Season 6 - Episode 1 - Aired 1/16/2007
Auditions take place in Minneapolis, MN in this special 2 hour episode
#2 - San Antonio Auditions
Season 6 - Episode 7 - Aired 2/6/2007
Season 6 auditions continue in San Antonio, TX
#3 - Winner Is Crowned
Season 6 - Episode 41 - Aired 5/23/2007
The most anticipated night of the television season is here! Two finalists, one American Idol – find out tonight who America has chosen. The Top 12 reunite on the Kodak Theatre stage one last time before the newest American Idol is crowned. And the winner of American Idol Season 6 is...Jordin Sparks!
#4 - Top 7 Results
Season 6 - Episode 31 - Aired 4/18/2007
Last night, after being mentored by award-winning country artist Martina McBride, the Top 7 finalists sang their hearts out in hopes of winning America over. Find out tonight who will sing again next week and who will go home, and enjoy a live performance by McBride.
#5 - Top 3 Results
Season 6 - Episode 39 - Aired 5/16/2007
TV’s hottest show revs up to a crescendo! Last night, the Top 3 finalists sang their hearts out in hopes of winning America over. Find out tonight live which two finalists will compete in next week’s exciting season finale. The contestant receiving the fewest votes will be eliminated from the competition.
#6 - Top 8 Results
Season 6 - Episode 29 - Aired 4/11/2007
Last night, the Top 8 finalists sang their hearts out in hopes of winning America over. Find out tonight who will sing again next week and who will go home, and enjoy a special live performance from multi-talented star Jennifer Lopez.
#7 - Top 6 Results
Season 6 - Episode 35 - Aired 5/2/2007
Last night, the Top 6 finalists sang their hearts out in hopes of winning America over. Find out tonight who will be in the Final 4 and which 2 will go home, and enjoy a special live performance by Bon Jovi.
#8 - Top 12 Finalists Perform
Season 6 - Episode 20 - Aired 3/13/2007
Tonight the Top 12 finalists perform live for the nation, vying for the American Idol crown. In this special two-hour show, the contestants will sing their hearts out in hopes of winning America’s vote and surviving another week in the competition. Tonight's theme: Diana Ross songs. Performing tonight: Blake Lewis, Brandon Rogers, Chris Richardson, Chris Sligh, Phil Stacey, Sanjaya Malakar, Gina Glocksen, Haley Scarnato, Jordin Sparks, Lakisha Jones, Melinda Doolittle, and Stephanie Edwards.
#9 - Top 20 Results
Season 6 - Episode 16 - Aired 3/1/2007
The 20 remaining semifinalists performed this week and the viewers voted for their favorites. Tonight, the four contestants – two males and two females – who received the fewest votes will go home, leaving 16 semifinalists to vie for the American Idol crown. Kellie Pickler will also perform her new single "I Wonder".
#10 - Top 12 Results
Season 6 - Episode 21 - Aired 3/14/2007
Last night, American Idol’s Top 12 sang their hearts out in hopes of winning America over. Tonight, the finalist who received the fewest votes will be eliminated from the race for the American Idol crown.
#11 - Top 11 Finalists Perform
Season 6 - Episode 22 - Aired 3/20/2007
Tonight the remaining 11 finalists perform live for the nation, vying for the American Idol crown. The contestants will sing their hearts out in hopes of winning America’s votes and surviving another week in the competition. This week's theme: Hit songs from the 1960s British pop invasion. Performing tonight: Blake Lewis, Chris Richardson, Chris Sligh, Phil Stacey, Sanjaya Malakar, Gina Glocksen, Haley Scarnato, Jordin Sparks, Lakisha Jones, Melinda Doolittle, Stephanie Edwards.
#12 - Top 11 Results
Season 6 - Episode 23 - Aired 3/21/2007
Last night, the Top 11 finalists sang their hearts out in hopes of winning America over. Find out tonight live who will return to sing next week. The contestant who received the fewest votes will be sent home.
#13 - Top 10 Finalists Perform
Season 6 - Episode 24 - Aired 3/27/2007
Tonight the Top 10 finalists will perform live for the nation, vying for the American Idol crown. The contestants will sing their hearts out in hopes of winning America’s vote and surviving another week in the competition. See who impresses the judges and who buckles under the pressure. Tonight's theme: Pop songs. Performing tonight: Blake Lewis, Chris Richardson, Chris Sligh, Phil Stacey, Sanjaya Malakar, Gina Glocksen, Haley Scarnato, Jordin Sparks, Lakisha Jones, Melinda Doolittle.
#14 - Top 10 Results
Season 6 - Episode 25 - Aired 3/28/2007
Last night, the Top 10 Finalists sang their hearts out in hopes of winning America over. Find out tonight live who will go home and who will be among the Top 9 and sing again next week. The contestant receiving the fewest votes will be eliminated from the competition.Also Gwen Stefani, & Akon perform.
#15 - Top 9 Finalists Perform
Season 6 - Episode 26 - Aired 4/3/2007
After being coached by legendary vocalist Tony Bennett, the Top 9 finalists will perform songs considered to be American classics. See who impresses the judges and who buckles under the pressure.
#16 - Top 9 Results
Season 6 - Episode 27 - Aired 4/4/2007
Last night, after coaching by legendary singer Tony Bennett, the Top 9 finalists sang American classic songs in hopes of winning America’s votes. Tune in tonight to enjoy a special live performance by Bennett. The contestant receiving the fewest votes will be eliminated from the competition.
#17 - Top 8 Finalists Perform
Season 6 - Episode 28 - Aired 4/10/2007
The Top 8 finalists will perform live for the nation, vying for the American Idol crown. Platinum-selling vocalist Jennifer Lopez coaches the contestants before they perform on stage in hopes of winning America’s vote and surviving another week. This week's theme: Latin Music.
#18 - Top 7 Finalists Perform
Season 6 - Episode 30 - Aired 4/17/2007
Tonight the Top 7 finalists will perform live for the nation, vying for the American Idol crown. Top female country artist Martina McBride mentors the contestants before they perform on stage in hopes of winning America’s vote and surviving another week. Tune in to see who impresses the judges and who buckles under the pressure. Tonight's theme: Country music.
#19 - Idol Gives Back Part 1
Season 6 - Episode 32 - Aired 4/24/2007
Tonight American Idol partners with Charity Projects Entertainment Fund to raise awareness and money for young people living in extreme poverty in America and Africa. The Top 6 finalists will perform for the nation, singing songs related to compassion and hope during a “Life Anthems”-themed episode. And your vote counts more than ever before, on this special night, you can help change the lives of the truly needy as the American Idol sponsors, Coca-Cola and AT&T/Cingular, along with additional partners, will donate money for every vote you cast. Tonight's theme: Life Anthems.
#20 - Idol Gives Back Part 2
Season 6 - Episode 33 - Aired 4/25/2007
Last night, American Idol and the Charity Projects Entertainment Fund made history when the Top 6 finalists sang their hearts out and viewers helped change the lives of the less fortunate here in America and in Africa when each of their millions of votes netted a charitable donation. Find out tonight live, during this star-studded evening, who will sing again next week and who will go home. World-renowned artists and celebrities scheduled to appear include Kelly Clarkson, Hugh Grant, Keira Knightley, Forest Whitaker, Gwen Stefani, Josh Groban, Michael Bublé, Annie Lennox and Sacha Baron Cohen (Borat), among many others. In addition, America will have an opportunity to make their own donations.
#21 - Top 6 Finalists Perform
Season 6 - Episode 34 - Aired 5/1/2007
Tonight, Bon Jovi mentors the contestants before they sing songs by the legendary rock band in hopes of winning America’s vote and surviving another week in the competition. Tonight's theme: Bon Jovi songs.
#22 - Top 4 Finalists Perform
Season 6 - Episode 36 - Aired 5/8/2007
Tonight the Top 4 finalists will perform live for the nation, vying for the American Idol crown. The contestants sing their hearts out in hopes of winning America’s vote and surviving another week in the competition. Tune in to see who impresses the judges and who buckles under the pressure. Tonight's theme: Bee Gees songs.
#23 - Top 3 Finalists Perform
Season 6 - Episode 38 - Aired 5/15/2007
Tonight the Top 3 finalists will perform live for the nation, vying for the American Idol crown. The contestants will sing their hearts out in hopes of winning America’s vote and the coveted opportunity to compete in next week’s season finale. Tonight's theme's: Judge's Choice; Contestant's Choice; & Clive Davis's Choice.
#24 - Top 2 Finalists Perform
Season 6 - Episode 40 - Aired 5/22/2007
On tonight’s exciting performance show, the last of the season, the final two contestants, Blake Lewis, & Jordin Sparks will battle it out live at the famed Kodak Theatre in Hollywood. Your votes decide which one will be the next American Idol and which one will be the Runner-Up. Tonight's themes: One song they have performed previously; a new song of their own choosing; and the winning song from this season's songwriting competition.
#25 - Top 8 Girls Compete
Season 6 - Episode 18 - Aired 3/7/2007
The remaining eight girls sing for America. After the show, the viewers will vote for their favorites. Who will be back next week and who will go home? Performing tonight: Antonella Barba, Gina Glocksen, Haley Scarnato, Jordin Sparks, Lakisha Jones, Melinda Doolittle, Sabrina Sloan, and Stephanie Edwards.