American Idol

Tag: Hanes Comfort Soft Screen Print

Size: Large

Measurements: 20" x 27" 

Stitching: Double top, double bottom

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The eleventh season of American Idol premiered on January 18, 2012, and concluded on May 23, 2012, on the Fox television network. The show featured new judges Jennifer Lopez, Steven Tyler, and original judge Randy Jackson, and was hosted by Ryan Seacrest.

The season had a total of 42 contestants, who competed in auditions, Hollywood rounds, and live shows, with the winner being determined by viewer votes. Phillip Phillips, a 21-year-old singer from Leesburg, Georgia, was crowned the winner of the season, defeating runner-up Jessica Sanchez in the finale.

Phillips's win was notable for his unique folk-rock style, which stood out from the more mainstream pop and R&B singers typically favored by the show's audience. His performance of his coronation song "Home" became a hit, and he went on to release successful albums and singles following the show.

The eleventh season of American Idol was also notable for the departure of longtime judge Simon Cowell, who left the show after the tenth season to focus on other projects. Despite this, the season was still a ratings success, with an average of 19.81 million viewers tuning in to watch each episode.

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