Ryan Seacrest still tries to get us with his antics of trying to make the eliminations more intense. This week he began by creating 3 groups of 2 contestants each on the stage. Beginning with Siobhan Magnus and Lee DeWyze in one group. Aaron Kelly and Crystal Bowersox in the second group. And Michael Lynche with Casey James in the final group. Scary! I just couldn’t see any of the groups as containing the bottom 2 contestants on American Idol this week.

NOTE: Spoiler alert… do not continue reading if you don’t want to know who was eliminated this week on American Idol.

But then our “oh so sneaky host” Ryan – pulled Siobhan from her position and walked her towards the couches, but before reaching the couch… he dropped her off to stand next to Casey. Then shockingly announced the bottom three as Michael Lynche, Casey James and Siobhan Magnus… sending the others to safety.

Guest artists were abundant on American Idol this week and included performances by Lady Antebellum (rumor has it that the lead singer of Lady Antebellum tried out twice for American Idol and was deemed not good enough to continue on… bet the producers are kicking themselves now huh), Rascal Flatts, another group who will be touring with Carrie Underwood (who were actually quite good), a duet by Rascal Flatts and Shikira, and guest spots with Antonio Banderas and Cameron Diaz (promoting the new Shrek movie coming out in May).

Now on to the bottom three: Siobhan Magnus, Casey James, and Michael Lynche…. Michael Lynche was sent back to safety leaving only Casey and Siobhan at risk.

Leaving the American Idol competition tonight… is…

Siobhan Magnus

Sad for her, but I think it was the right call by America.

Harry Connick Jr. will mentor American Idol Contestants next week with the songs of Frank Sinatra.. Actually I’m very excited about next week — I think there is tons of potential for greatness with the combination of a great mentor and amazing songs. It will be fun to see if those remaining in the competition can make the songs their own.

Were you sad or surprised at the elimination this week?

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