'American Idol' Live Updates: Madison Vandenburg, Alejandro Aranda and Laine Hardy Compete in Show's Season Finale

American Idol returns Sunday night with the moment we have all been waiting for — the crowning of this season's winner.

The remaining three contestants — Madison Vandenburg, Alejandro Aranda and Laine Hardy — were determined during last week's tribute to Elton John's classic hits. Find out which contestant will be crowned the winner when American Idol airs Sunday at 8 p.m. ET on ABC.

Along with crowning a new Idol, Sunday's episode will also see performances from Idol royalty Carrie Underwood and Adam Lambert — as well as Weezer, Dan + Shay, Kane BrownKool & The Gang and Jon Pardi.

American Idol judges Katy Perry, Luke Bryan and Lionel Richie will also perform with this season's eliminated contestants in a jam-packed, musical night.

Sunday's finalist's performances:

• Alejandro Aranda – "Millennial Love" by himself, "Tonight" by himself
• Laine Hardy – "Home" by Marc Broussard, "Jambalaya" by Hank Williams
• Madison Vandenburg – "Shallow" by Lady Gaga & Bradley Cooper, "Breakaway" by Kelly Clarkson

Sunday's continued setlist:

• Lionel Richie & The Top 10
• Carrie Underwood
• Montell Jordan with Margie Mays & Austin Michael Robinson
• Katy Perry & Daddy Yankee
• Alejandro Aranda
• Dan + Shay with Madison Vandenburg
• Luke Bryan with Laci Kaye Booth
• Jon Pardi with Laine Hardy
• Katy Perry with Jeremiah Lloyd Harmon
• Weezer with Wade Cota & Walker Burroughs
• Kane Brown with Alyssa Raghu
• Kool & The Gang with the Top 8
• Plus more!

Round 1

To vote for Laine, text 1 to 21523

Following judge Lionel Richie's opening number, contestants dove right into the competition with Laine Hardy's rendition of "Home" by Marc Broussard.

"If you apply yourself like you have for the next five years, you'll be the biggest star on this planet," judge Katy Perry said.

"So honor and proud to see you here," judge Luke Bryan added.

"I thought I would never use this would to describe you but that was a nasty song," Richie concluded.

CMON LAINE HARDY THIS IS YOUR NIGHT #americanidol

— KM (@AtwoZfromUtwoMe) May 20, 2019

SERIOUSLY LAINE IS SO GOOD 🙌🏼😍🎸🔥 #AmericanIdol @AmericanIdol

— Bridget Miller (@ThisGirlBridget) May 20, 2019

To vote for Madison, text 8 to 21523

Next on the stage was 17-year-old Madison Vandenberg with her cover of Lady Gaga and Bradley Cooper's award-winning song "Shallow."

"What's so exciting is your growth," Bryan said. "It's been so amazing to wait. So happy for you."

"You are an amazing light," Richie said. "You have to know what a gift you have. We are so happy to be a part of your flight ... you are on your way."

"I don't know why I'm shaking so much," Vandenburg interjected.

"Honey, you're shaking because the greatness is coming out of you," Perry responded.

Madison has unbelievable control of her voice. This is a masterpiece. Wow wow wow wow #IdolFinale #AmericanIdol

— Alex Peterson (@alexpABC27) May 20, 2019

Her first note already got me chills. WHOA MADISON! WHOA #AmericanIdol #IdolFinale

— Abbey ✵ (@HachiTATSU) May 20, 2019

To vote for Alejandro, text 11 to 21523

Concluding the first round of competition is Alejandro Aranda. Singing his original song "Millenial Love," the Pomona-native captivated everyone in the room–including the judges.

"It was love at first sound for you," Richie said.

"There's so much reverence and respect when you sing," Perry added. "You are gonna be great because you are great."

"We have been spoiled by you every week," Bryan concluded.

If @scarypoolparty wins american idol, i will be so grateful and happy. This guy is a genius, he's the American Idol, so original, so good. #AmericanIdol #IdolFinale

— L to the OG (@themarvelousdu) May 20, 2019

That smooth Alejandro voice is truly a gift from God #AmericanIdol

— Roberto (@RobRamos) May 20, 2019

With the first round complete, both Perry and Richie believed Aranda took the round while Bryan was Team Vandenburg.

Round 2

To kick off the second round of competition, Hardy returned to the stage to perform Hank Williams' "Jambalaya."

This is such a classic song for Laine!! 👏🏻👏🏻👏🏻 #AmericanIdol #IdolFinale

— EmilyAnnWells (@EmilyAnnWells) May 20, 2019

This performance tells us all about his name !!! “Party With A Hardy!” #AmericanIdol

— Austen Worthy (@Austen127) May 20, 2019

Vandenburg returned to the stage with an ode to the judge's comparison to American Idol royalty Kelly Clarkson. Performing Clarkson's "Breakaway," the 17-year-old truly spread her wings and flew.

@MadisonV is the cutest, ever. Her genuine heart just shines from her eyes ❤ and her voice compliments her sweet nature 🎶 @AmericanIdol

— Valoree (@valoreejb) May 20, 2019

Omg this is such a good song that madison’s singing! perfect for her! #AmericanIdol

— Shanya ___ (@ItsShanya) May 20, 2019

Closing out the second round of competition, Aranda came back to the stage with another original song. Following his performance of his song "Tonight" audience members and the judges seemed to be in agreement that the Pomona-native wasn't just a performer but an artist.

This show has introduced so many great entertainers. Rarely do we witness true artistry ... Alejandro Aranda is the one. #AmericanIdol

— Victoria (@ohthatvictoria2) May 20, 2019

You are amazing @scarypoolparty . I'm in tears. So humble, talented...just perfect.
W O W #americanidol

— Ashley (@TheScoop27) May 20, 2019

And the Top 2 are...

1. Laine Hardy
2. Alejandro Aranda

Final Round

Kicking off the final round of competition for this season of American Idol, Hardy performed Sam Cooke's "Bring It On Home."

"This is the last time I'll be able to comment on you," Bryan said. "So proud of you, bud."

"You have the best attitude," Richie added. "You came back and you're in the finals."

"You have always been authentic, Laine," Perry concluded. "You weren't ready last time, you're ready this time."

Laine closing out his time with his best performance! 😍🙌🏻 #AmericanIdol #IdolFinale

— EmilyAnnWells (@EmilyAnnWells) May 20, 2019

goodness his vocals are crazy GOOD. @TheLaineHardy #Americanidol

— ♡ catrina (@HighOnLovinLuke) May 20, 2019

This is your last chance to vote for @TheLaineHardy! Vote on the American Idol App, at https://t.co/6tUFeQAu8p, or text 1 to 21523. Limit 10 votes per contestant per method. ✅#AmericanIdol #IdolFinale pic.twitter.com/0qx0jJAOAP

— American Idol (@AmericanIdol) May 20, 2019

Closing out his time on American Idol, Aranda brought it back to his first song performed on the show–his original, "Out Loud." As the crowd erupted in praise, making it difficult for the judges to complete a sentence.

"Sometimes it's best to have the fans talk," Bryan said, laughing. "We love you, buddy, thanks for changing our lives."

"You're a gift to us all," Richie added.

"We love what we do and we love to see a person as you shine," Perry concluded.

I need more of Alejandro's originals! #AmericanIdol

— danny | #teamalejandro (@meekmalek_) May 20, 2019

LOOK AT HIS CONFIDENCE i swear from his audition to now, alejandro is a STAR !!!! #AmericanIdol

— abby (@ilysbabby) May 20, 2019

This is your last chance to vote for @scarypoolparty! Vote on the American Idol App, at https://t.co/6tUFeQAu8p, or text 11 to 21523. Limit 10 votes per contestant per method. ✅ #AmericanIdol #IdolFinale pic.twitter.com/twbg5PCQ5L

— American Idol (@AmericanIdol) May 20, 2019

And the winner is ...

Congratulations @TheLaineHardy!!! You're our American Idol!! 🌟 #AmericanIdol #IdolFinale pic.twitter.com/LwtFwQMZHu

— American Idol (@AmericanIdol) May 20, 2019

Hardy is now the third American Idol winner who had been eliminated from previous seasons. Season 12 champion Candice Glover took the prize after competing in Season 9 and 10, while Season 13 winner Caleb Johnson had previously appeared in seasons 10 and 11.