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American Idol Celebrates Taylor Swift
27 Apr
Summary
- Top seven contestants will perform Taylor Swift hits.
- Comedian Nikki Glaser will be a guest judge.
- Viewers can watch the show for free via streaming options.

On Monday, April 27, American Idol will dedicate its episode to celebrating the music of 14-time Grammy winner Taylor Swift. The remaining seven contestants will perform songs from Swift's extensive catalog, spanning her different musical eras. The special night will feature performances for judges Carrie Underwood, Luke Bryan, and Lionel Richie. Comedian Nikki Glaser is slated to appear as a guest judge for this highly anticipated show.
This themed episode is a crucial point in the competition, as only five of the seven contestants will move forward. The season finale is scheduled for Monday, May 11, concluding with a three-hour event. Fans looking to watch the Taylor Swift night can do so via ABC. Several streaming options are available for free viewing, including DIRECTV, Sling Blue, Fubo, and Hulu + Live TV. A Disney+ and Hulu bundle also offers access.