As ‘American Idol’ hits Hollywood, will we see these Alabama singers?

“American Idol” hits Hollywood Monday night, and the question isn’t whether we’ll see any Alabama singers in the brutal Hollywood Round – it’s how many we’ll see.

Here’s a look at the current crop of Golden Ticket winners:

Crews Wright

Wright, a high-school student from Samson, near Dothan, was featured prominently on March 9, in the first full episode of the season. The “diehard traditional” country singer appeared to make a particularly strong impression on Lionel Richie, who told him, “You’re gonna go places.” On Facebook, Wright confidently said last week that “THIS MONDAY NIGHT at 7pm on ABC you will see me compete in Hollywood on American Idol! Every person in is next level talent but who will make it to the next round?”

Isaiah Moore of Alabama is shown during an “American Idol” audition that will be aired March 9, 2025. (Eric McCandless/Disney)Eric McCandless/Disney

Isaiah Moore

Moore, a worship leader from Oneonta, made his debut in the March 16 episode. Among other things, viewers learned that Wright and his wife actually set aside their honeymoon plans so he could make it to an “Idol” audition. But it paid off with a Golden Ticket, even if the judges did struggle a bit with the pronunciation of “Oneonta.”

Anna McElroy

McElroy is a country singer from Mobile, and her “Idol” experience has been a little weird so far. She was featured in the March 21 episode, but only in a jokey montage that left viewers thinking that was maybe as far as she got. But afterward, McElroy revealed that she had, in fact, gotten her Golden Ticket to Hollywood. Sharp-eyed viewers caught the briefest glimpse of her in the March 28 episode, which was otherwise Alabama-free. Maybe in the March 31 “Idol Arena” episode we’ll actually get to hear her sing.

"American Idol" aired the second episode of its 2024 season on Feb. 25.

Dawson Slade is shown during his audition in the second episode of the 2024 season of “American Idol.” Slade, 17, is from Moulton, Ala. (Disney/Eric McCandless )Disney

Dawson Slade

Slade, a young country singer from Moulton, was featured in early epsodes of “Idol’s” 2024 season: His initial appearance left judges wondering if he was more of a songwriter than a star, but he won them over and made it to Hollywood. That was as far as he got, but he let fans know via Facebook that he’d taken another shot in 2025 and earned his second Golden Ticket. “Unfortunately they’re not able to air everybody’s audition so mine will not be aired,” he posted, promising to update fans if and when he’ll be featured.

Tyler Nichols

Nichols hasn’t yet been featured, but “Idol” producers confirm he auditioned and identify him as coming from Pell City. In a Facebook profile, he describes himself as “born in the foothills of Alabama” and as having “the sound of Hank, Stapleton and a pinch of Dylan.” He recently posted photos of his Golden Ticket, meaning we could see him pop up before the judges any time now.

Janae Patterson

Like Nichols, Patterson hasn’t yet been showcased but has been confirmed by producers. According to the show, she hails from Bessemer. She too has recently posted photos of herself with her Golden Ticket. In a Monday morning update, she posted that “Unfortunately I will not be getting aired but you mayy see a familiar face in the arena … Tune in to see some of my amazing friends … Things are about to get CRAZY!” She also promised to give fans a detailed update Tuesday evening.

Anybody else?

Quite possibly. These six are just the ones who’ve been featured, or who’ve publicly confirmed their involvement and been confirmed by producers. Don’t be too surprised if at least one more Alabama contender pops up during the whirlwind Hollywood episodes. After all, the show featured eight Alabama contenders last year.

“Idol” kicks off its 2025 Hollywood Round with a two-hour “Idol Arena” episode airing at 7 p.m. Central time Monday, March 31, on ABC. Going forward, the show will air at 7 p.m. Sundays and Mondays; at the end of several Hollywood episodes, the Top 24 will travel to Hawaii. Previously aired episodes can be seen on Hulu.