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Host Ryan Seacrest reunited with two of his Season 8 pals.

Host Ryan Seacrest reunited with two of his Season 8 pals. The Idol staff, host, and former finalists hung out on the floor of the Bradley Center. The Milwaukee hopefuls were lucky -- they were entertained by Season 8 stars Danny Gokey and Matt Giraud! Season 8's Matt Giraud was reporting on the scene at Season 10 auditions in Milwaukee. Season 8's Matt Giraud paid Idol a visit from Michigan.
Earlier that night, Matt Giraud performed "Tell Her About It" with Scott MacIntyre on the live results show. Idol alumni such as Justin Guarini and Matt Giraud were at the soiree. Matt Giraud was having a good time on the stage that made him a household name. Matt Giraud played and sang Billy Joel's "Tell Her About It." Season 8's piano men -- Scott MacIntyre and Matt Giraud -- reprised one of the highlights from the Season 8 tour when the two of them sat at pianos and sang Billy Joel's "Tell Her About It." After Scott said it was good to see Ryan (figuratively, I assumed), he mentioned that his first post-Idol CD just became available. Matt shared that his duet with Anna Wilson is available and he's working on an EP. It's nice to see these leather jacket-wearing boys are doing well these days!
It's always good to have alumni return to the stage, and Matt Giraud sounded great! The results show special guests were two Season 8 finalists -- Scott MacIntyre and Matt Giraud (pictured here). Twelve finalist stools awaited the contestants, which meant that four of the Top 16 would be leaving within the hour. To lighten the mood, Ryan flashed a picture of Randy's head on Bikini Boy's body. That's an image I haven't been able to shake from my mind. Ellen swooned on top of a baby grand as Season 8 crooner Matt Giraud tickled the ivories.<br>Photo Credit: Michael Rozman/Warner Bros Look who the 10th Idol is in this picture - Carrie Underwood!
Matt Giraud lifted off in the private jet. The Idols, tour staff, and family gathered outside the Graceland mansion.Elvis, Elvis Presley and Graceland are registered trademarks of Elvis Presley Enterprises, Inc.? All rights reserved. The Idols toured the Elvis' mansion- inside and out.Elvis, Elvis Presley and Graceland are registered trademarks of Elvis Presley Enterprises, Inc.? All rights reserved. We caught Matt before he exited one room and entered another.Elvis, Elvis Presley and Graceland are registered trademarks of Elvis Presley Enterprises, Inc.? All rights reserved. The Top 10 posed outside Elvis' mansion in Graceland, and look at which 2 Idols gave an Elvis lip to the camera.Elvis, Elvis Presley and Graceland are registered trademarks of Elvis Presley Enterprises, Inc.? All rights reserved.
Danny, Matt, Megan, and Michael stood on the porch of Elvis' mansion.Elvis, Elvis Presley and Graceland are registered trademarks of Elvis Presley Enterprises, Inc.? All rights reserved. Matt Giraud signed autographs while his fans captured the moment on film. Matt and Anoop provided interesting ways to consume beverages. Fans met their Idols at the Season 8 tour meet and greet. The American Idol looked cool as he signed autographs for his fans.
Matt Giraud and Kris Allen hung out before the next tour show. Matt met a mob of his fans and was happy to sign autographs. The crowd gave the Idols a standing ovation as they left the stage. Scott and Matt sang and played a Billy Joel song together. The Idols took the stage together for the finale performance.
Anoop and Matt were feeling the music. Scott and Matt took part in a dueling piano session. Michael, Lil, Anoop, Matt, Megan, and Scott performed "Beggin" together, and they all looked very classy! Matt Giraud tickled the ivory and sang with his fedora in close proximity. Matt Giraud moved around the stage as he sang.
The tour finale brought the Idols back on stage as one big, happy group! "Don't Stop Believin'" was the motto of the tour, and the Idols made Randy Jackson proud with their Journey tribute. The finale was full of commotion. The finalists were all smiles before performing for the last time as the Season 8 bunch. Matt Giraud paid Alexis Grace a visit at the Nokia Theater salon.
Danny Gokey, Michael Sarver, Matt Giraud, and Megan Joy wait backstage before their opening finale number. The finalists hung out together for one last time before Season 8 commenced. 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 last group performance of Season 8 was a great one.
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. Jorge Nunez was feeling the music during the Top 13's performance of "Smooth." Matt Giraud kicked off the Santana group performance with "Black Magic Woman." 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 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 Top 13 cheered on Adam and Kris from the audience. Matt Giraud looked contemplative before the results show.
Matt looked happy to be at the show, and so did Kris in the background. Matt Giraud has a laugh before the show. Matt Giraud looked a little nervous, but handsome, before the results show. Allison said goodbye to Matt as Ryan looked on. Randy and Matt embrace after Matt's final performance.
Matt received parting words from the judges as he stood with his Idol pals. The Idols and Ryan applaud Matt's journey. The Top 5 smiled as the judges wished Matt well. Matt shared some parting words and was happy to have this opportunity. Although the save was already used on him, Matt sang his heart out.
Although the save was no longer in play since it was used on him two weeks ago, Matt Giraud still sang his heart out. The judges had very kind words for Matt, including Kara, who said, "one of the best things we did was save you this year." Matt greeted Randy before returning to the stage. Adam was relieved to find out he gets to return for Rock Week. Matt and Adam embrace before Matt sings one last time. Ryan joked with Simon that he got it wrong and Kara and Randy got it right in regards to Matt and Adam performing the standards better than some of the other contestants. Simon said being correct 12 out of 13 times isn't bad, but Kara and Randy celebrated their victory with a hug. For the second time this season, Matt received the fewest number of votes. He was gracious and said "I feel like a cat with 9 lives."
The Idols gather around Matt as he watches his goodbye package. After receiving a wild card spot in the competition and the judges' one and only "save," Matt was leaving the competition officially. The Top 4 return next week to Rock 'N Roll with guest mentor Slash. Jamie Foxx gives Adam and Matt some love before leaving the stage. Ryan mentions that Simon got it wrong with his predictions. Matt Giraud and Adam Lambert await their fate.
Jamie Foxx told Matt and Adam that they have bright futures ahead of them. It was time to send one of the three contestants back to safety. Ryan announced that Kris may take a seat, leaving Matt and Adam to sweat it out during one more musical guest. It was down to Matt and Adam for elimination. The bottom 3 supported each other. Matt, Kris, and Adam listen to the judges feedback.
Kris and Adam were experiencing what it was like to be in the bottom for the first time, supporting Simon's point that it's truly anyone's game. And on top of it all, a Season 8 record of 47 million votes were cast! To give out this week's results, Ryan divided the Idols up into groups. Matt & Kris were on the left, Allison & Danny were on the right, and Adam was the unlucky Idol who was asked to predict which group he's in. After hesitating, Adam went with Allison and Danny, but Ryan pulled him back and said he was in the bottom group, which was Matt and Kris. The Top 5 took the stage on results night to perform a Rat Pack standards medley which included "I Got Rhythm" and "It Don't Mean a Thing." Simon reflected on the Tuesday night performances and said that everybody was good and it's an open competition. Despite Simon's thumbs up, someone must leave the show this week. Ryan mentions that Allison and Danny celebrated their birthdays this week. Ryan mentions that the Idols caused mischief with their cake baking food fight.
In honor of Allison and Danny's birthdays, the Idols baked a cake back at the mansion. Things started to get out of hand and everyone and everything was wearing flour and frosting. Ryan asked who the instigator was, and stuck him - Danny Gokey - with the $6000 bill! It would have been cheaper, but less fun, to buy a cake! The Top 5 performed a standards medley of "I Got Rhythm" and "It Don't Mean a Thing." The Idols got jazzy on the stage. The Idols went into the crowd to perform two Rat Pack hits. Matt approached the judges as he performed the group number.
After five great performances, America had a tough decision to make. Who will make the Top 4? Matt met with Ryan to give out his voting number. Matt kept it classy and Paula thought he "did an excellent job." Matt listened to the judges feedback. Matt rose from his seat as he got into his song.
Matt took Jamie Foxx's advice to change up one note and the judges thought it was a good choice. This is the week jazz fan Matt Giraud had been looking forward to. Matt's performance of "My Funny Valentine" won Simon over. He said Matt was "absolutely brilliant" and he could tell that Matt loves this music. Matt Giraud studied jazz in college and couldn't wait for this theme. Matt Giraud sang "My Funny Valentine" and Simon thought it was "absolutely brilliant." After last week's double elimination, only 5 Idols returned for Rat Pack Standards week. Everyone was looking sharp, and the four males must have gotten a hold of Ryan's signature Season 8 tie clips.

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