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flag A 15-year-old 'Idol' contestant, inspired by Carrie Underwood, delivered an emotional performance honoring her late daughter, moving the judge to tears.

flag Carrie Underwood shared a heartfelt moment with 15-year-old American Idol contestant Khloe Grace during the January 26, 2026, season premiere, marking a full-circle experience for the judge. flag Grace, who lost her 13-year-old daughter to suicide in 2023, performed an original ballad in her memory and spoke about enduring social media bullying. flag She revealed Underwood had inspired her since age 7, prompting an emotional response from the judge, who called Grace the true inspiration. flag This year’s Hollywood Week, held in Nashville for the first time, features a single, high-stakes round called the Music City Takeover, described as the most intense cut in Idol history. flag The show continues with Ryan Seacrest as host and judges Luke Bryan and Lionel Richie. flag For those struggling, help is available via the National Suicide Prevention Lifeline at 1-800-273-TALK or by texting “STRENGTH” to 741-741.

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