Tonight's American Idol Elimination

Tune in for tonight's Idol elimination results!

Michael Johns Singing We Are the Champions-American Idol Mania Top 10

Okay. . . more cute kid footage. Moving on to the performance, Michael Johns really did a nice job with this one. The judges and the crowd definitely responded to it positively. It was nice to see him just go all out and I think he's fans will be proud.

If I sound a bit blase' about Johns I think it's just that at the beginning of AI I thought he was really going to go far in the competition. But it seems like his performances as of late have really lacked star quality. I truly hope that Michael can continue on inspiring the crowd next week like he did this.

Chikezie Performing If Only For One Night-American Idol Mania Top 10

I loved watching Chikezie's baby year's footage. His mom's comments about him singing as a little guy really cracked me up. His parents seem like very nice people and it's evident that they're so proud of him.

I thought he did a really nice job vocal-wise, although I have to admit I really enjoy when he sings more uptempo, bluesy songs like he did a couple of weeks ago. His confidence seemed to be down this week. I thought Randy was too hard on him. I think Chikezie will be around for another week or 2 (at least), but we will see tonight.

Ramiele Malubay Singing Alone-Top 10 American Idol Mania

First, let me say that Ramiele was an adorable baby! If you missed Idol last night, watch the following video to see her as a cute baby with wild hair. I don't think her performance was horrible like some are saying. She has a sweet disposition, I just don't think the maturity level and It Factor are there. Hopefully Ramiele can hold on for another week. The judges commented on her being very sick, so hopefully she'll get better and have another chance next week to prove herself to America.

American Idol Mania Speaks Out About Last Night's Elimination Episode And Idol Gives Back

Last night's episode had several surprises for me, the biggest of which was seeing Carly Smithson in the bottom 3. Talent-wise I believe she should be able to make it at least to the top 5. I'm not sure what happened there. Did people just not vote for her because they think she's a shoe-in or is she just not as popular with Americans as the other contestants.

Former Aussie Michael Johns was clearly surprised when he was told that he wasn't in the bottom 3. In case you missed it, he sort of fell to the ground in shock. Kristy Lee Cook looked equally surprised when, after having been in the bottom 3 for several weeks, found out that she made it to the top 10.

My favorite part of the show was when Fantasia and Elliot Yamin were in Africa delivering bed nets to protect the African people from the devastating effects of malaria. By far, the most touching moment was when Elliot learned that an African woman was naming her newborn son after him. He was clearly touched and moved and I think I went through a half a box of Kleenex watching it. It's so great to see them using their celebrity to serve those in need.

Idol Gives Back will take place Wednesday April 9 at 7:30/6:30c. Last year's episode raised an astounding $76 million that went to help various US and international charities. It's so good to see Idol using it's popularity to benefit those in need in a big way.