American Idol: Hannah Harper crowned winner of Season 24; Who finished runner-up between Keyla Richardson and Jordan McCullough?

American Idol Season 24 concluded with a thrilling finale as Hannah Harper was crowned the winner, marking a major milestone in her music journey. The final episode delivered high emotions, powerful performances, and a close competition between the top finalists. Hannah impressed both judges and viewers with her strong vocals and stage presence throughout the season, ultimately securing the title after a standout finale performance. Keyla Richardson and Jordan McCullough also delivered memorable acts, keeping the competition intense until the very end. Harper performed Chris Tomlin’s song 'At the Cross (Love Ran Red)' in tears, closing out the special night. Her fellow contestants joined her on stage for an emotional final moment.

After a three-hour finale featuring performances from judges Carrie Underwood, Lionel Richie, and Luke Bryan, along with guest appearances by Nelly, Brad Paisley, Lee Ann Womack, and Jason Mraz, the show finally revealed its winner. Host Ryan Seacrest announced the results based on fan votes, confirming that Hannah won this season of American Idol.



The grand finale capped off a night filled with high-energy performances and emotional moments as the competition came to an end. While Hannah claimed the top spot, Jordan finished as the runner-up in second place, while Keyla came in third.

Meanwhile, finalist Keyla impressed viewers with a powerful rendition of 'I Love the Lord', while Jordan McCullough delivered emotional worship performances throughout the night. Richardson was eliminated midway through the finale, leaving Hannah and McCullough as the final two contestants.

For the final round, Hannah performed 'String Cheese', the original song that first earned her a ticket to Hollywood. McCullough revisited his breakout performance of 'Goodness of God', bringing a heartfelt close to his journey on American Idol Season 24.


During her audition, the Missouri native Hannah moved judge Carrie Underwood to tears with her original song 'String Cheese', which focused on her personal struggle with postpartum depression.

The performance quickly gained massive attention online, with 'String Cheese' reportedly becoming one of the most-watched audition videos of the season, boosted by viral social media views. Her heartfelt storytelling and raw vocals connected deeply with viewers and judges alike, setting the tone for a powerful and emotional run on American Idol.