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Kenedi Anderson has dropped out of “American Idol” for “private causes.”
Anderson, who was seen as a frontrunner on the present, revealed the information on Instagram Monday. She had already pre-taped her Prime 24 efficiency.
“For private causes, I’m unable to proceed on American Idol. This has been one of many hardest choices I’ve ever needed to make, however I do know it’s crucial,” Anderson wrote. “I’m so grateful to American Idol, the judges, the producers, the superb contestants, and all of the followers who’ve supported me.”
She added a thanks to individuals who helped her alongside the best way.
“Thanks for giving me such an incredible alternative to share my voice, chase my goals, really feel a lot pleasure and happiness doing what I like, and make lifelong associates alongside the best way,” she wrote.
Host Ryan Seacrest addressed Anderson’s departure, saying on Monday night time, “You might need observed that there was no voting info throughout Kenedi’s efficiency simply now. Since we taped these exhibits in Hawaii earlier, Kenedi has determined to withdraw from our present for private causes. We ship her effectively needs.”
Judges Katy Perry, Lionel Richie, and Luke Bryan gave Anderson a standing ovation throughout the competitors.