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It was an all-star night with great special guests, surprises and of course - a new American Idol!

It was an all-star night with great special guests, surprises and of course - a new American Idol! It was an all-star night with great special guests, surprises and of course - a new American Idol! The top girls showed off their vocals and some smooth choreography. The last group performance of Season 8 was a great one. The glamorous Top 5 girls sang Fergie's "Glamorous."
For the last performance of the night, Adam Lambert and Kris Allen joined Queen on stage to sing "We are the Champions." The rest of the Top 13 joined the group on stage. Carlos Santana performed a few songs with the Top 13. The Top 13 reunited to sing "So What" by Pink. It was great to see everyone back on the Idol stage. With Memorial Day right around the corner, the Idols looked confident wearing white just a few days early. The Top 13's performance ended with a bang. The first musical performance reunited the Top 13 for Pink's "So What," and the top girls glided down the stairs with ease.
The Top 13 were back together again on the Idol stage. The rest of the Top 13 rooted on the final 3 from the audience. The Top 13 supported Adam and Kris from the front rows of the Nokia Theater. The Idols were on the edge of their seats in anticipation of the show. Jasmine Murray shared her bright smile with the camera.
Jasmine Murray looked as cheery as ever in her orange frock. Jasmine Murray smiled brightly. The Top 13 looked amazing backstage before Michael Jackson night. Alexis, Jasmine, Adam, Jorge, Matt, Kris, and Allison gather round for a photo. The Idol hopefuls were sad to say goodbye to Jasmine.
Megan Joy gave Jasmine Murray a hug after Jasmine was given the unfortunate news that she wasn't safe. Jasmine Murray performed "Reflection" one more time while the judges deliberated whether to use their "save" on her. Jasmine Murray didn't let the voting results bring her spirits down. Ryan comforted an emotional Jasmine Murray after she learned this was the end of the road for her on AI. Ryan joined Jasmine Murray as they took a look back at her journey on American Idol.
Jasmine Murray had a lot to be proud of. Jasmine Murray's AI peers comforted her after she was voted off the show. Allison Iraheta was definitely relieved after finding out the good news that she made it through. With two live performances by Kanye and Kelly lying ahead, it was right down to the business of results. Michael Sarver and Allison Iraheta were immediately told that they were safe. Jasmine Murray, however, was asked to join Ryan at center stage and "hang tight." Once Megan joined Jasmine at center stage, she found out she was safe, so Jasmine was the first finalist to be sent home. However, Ryan asked her to sing while the judges deliberated over whether they would use a "save" to keep her there. After a moving performance, it was an emotional goodbye for Jasmine, as Randy informed her they wouldn't be keeping her on.
They may be new to performing on this stage, but the contestants looked like pros. Michael, Danny, Adam, Allison, Kris, and Jasmine proved they can sing and dance. The Top 13 had a blast while performing a medley of Jackson 5 hits to start the show. The Top 13 performed as a group for the first and last time. Jasmine Murray sat with Ryan to talk about how the "glam squad" helps them once the finals begin, and the result was a gorgeous dress and makeup on the young hopeful. Her voice continually surprises the judges, and Kara said "You sold it" of her performance of "I'll Be There".
Jasmine Murray showed off a stage presence well beyond her years during her performance of "I'll Be There". Jasmine Murray displayed her usual poise during her rendition of "I'll Be There". Jasmine Murray showed off the help she got from the "Glam Squad" with this gorgeous dress. Jasmine Murray went with a Jackson 5 song and performed "I'll Be There". The contestants start their transformations from auditions to Top 13.
Eight people competed, but only four were chosen. The twist at the end of the Wild Card show shocked EVERYONE! Eight people competed, but only four were chosen. Eight people competed, but only four were chosen. There wasn't much time for dilly dallying after the performances, so Ryan got right down to announcing the Wild Card contenders who would be rounding out the Top 12. Jasmine Murray was the first one in, and an ecstatic Allison Iraheta ran to hug her.
Jasmine Murray has such poise for a young AI hopeful. Eight people competed, but only four were chosen. Jasmine Murray dared to tackle a Christina Aguilera song by singing "Reflection," and the risk paid off. The judges thought it was a huge improvement over her last performance, and Kara was shocked by how big her voice is. Simon said it was a "brave song choice," and even said "That was pretty special." Eight people competed, but only four were chosen. Eight people competed, but only four were chosen.
Group 2 gets ready to perform and has fun doing it. Group 2 gets ready to perform and has fun doing it. Three more people from Group 3 have made it into the Top 12. Three more people from Group 3 have made it into the Top 12. Three more people from Group 3 have made it into the Top 12.
The second group of three were promoted to the Top 12. The second group of three were promoted to the Top 12. The second group of three were promoted to the Top 12. The second group of three were promoted to the Top 12. The second group of three were promoted to the Top 12.
Members of Group 2 looked happy despite the anxiety of Results Night! Jasmine Murray was undoubtedly an early judges' favorite, but her song choice put her at risk of losing that status. The judges loved her confidence but thought her performance of "Love Song" was very off pitch, and Kara even said it was all over the place. They agreed it was a shame due to her commercial potential. Group 2 performs for your vote and the judges' comments. Group 2 performs for your vote and the judges' comments. Group 2 performs for your vote and the judges' comments.
Jasmine Murray looked every bit the star during the Top 36 photo shoot. Jasmine Murray has been consistently good, so it wasn't a huge surprise to find out she made the cut. It's do or die and the remaining contestants have one more shot to make it to the Top 36. Jasmine Murray, featured on the right, had the judges literally beaming with delight during her song, and Kara told her that she's got "raw, natural talent." Jasmine Murray from Starkville, MS is headed to Hollywood.
The youngest of five children, Jasmine Murray must have figured out early on a way to stand out--with her voice! Her performance of Fergie's "Big Girls Don't Cry" had Simon calling her "cute, commercial, and a very, very good singer."

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