American Idol Finalists- The 24 American Idol Finalists

Below you will find the 24 American Idol Finalists for Season 5 as announced tonight by Randy, Simon and Paula on Fox. Truthfully, I am surprised by some of the selections - but for the most part, I think the finals will be very high quality. Top contenders appear to be: Ace Young (Mr. Wavy Hair), Taylor Hicks (Mr. Gray Hair), Paris Benett, Lisa Tucker & Catherine McPhee.

Ace Young
Ayla Brown
Brenna Gethers
Bucky Covington
Chris Daugherty
David Radford
Elliot Yamin
gedeon mckinny
Heather Cox
Jose “Sway” Penala
Katherine McPhee
Kelly Pickler
Kevin Covais
Lisa Tucker
Mandiza Hundley
Melissa McGhee
Paris Bennett
Patrick Hill
Rebecca O’donahue
Robert Bennet
Stephanie Scott
Taylor Hicks
Will Makar