American Idol 2024 winner: Season 22 champion revealed

Abi Carter wins American Idol Season 22, defeating Will Moseley and Jack Blocker. Season 23 expected to start in early 2025.

American Idol Season 22 came to an epic conclusion on May 19, 2022, with Abi Carter emerging as the victor. The talented singer beat out fierce competition from Will Moseley and Jack Blocker in a thrilling finale that had fans on the edge of their seats.

Following her win, Abi Carter secured a record deal with Hollywood Records/19 Recordings, a subsidiary of Disney, which also owns ABC, the network that airs American Idol. In addition to the record deal, Abi Carter received a cash prize of $250,000, distributed in two installments. The first $125,000 is awarded upon signing the record contract, with the remaining $125,000 given upon completion of her album within four months.

But the rewards don't stop there. The winner also receives a weekly stipend of $1,000 to cover living expenses, as well as an additional $1,000 for every master they produce and turn in. Runners-up and other contestants have the opportunity to secure a record deal with Hollywood Records, with prize money totaling $87,500 upfront and an additional $87,000 upon completion of a master.

For fans who missed the heart-pounding finale or any previous episodes, Fubo TV and DIRECTV Stream offer on-demand access to all American Idol episodes. The final episode featured guest mentor Jon Bon Jovi, who helped the Top 3 finalists in their quest for the American Idol crown.

Looking ahead, Season 23 of American Idol is expected to kick off in early 2025, following the show's traditional schedule. While the start date has yet to be announced, ABC confirmed the renewal of the show on May 10. As for the judging panel, it remains uncertain whether Ryan Seacrest, Luke Bryan, and Lionel Richie will return for another season. However, Katy Perry, a long-time judge, will not be back for Season 23.

With its mix of talent, drama, and star-studded performances, American Idol continues to captivate audiences year after year, solidifying its status as one of the most iconic singing competitions in television history.