American Idol Top 20 Round in Hawaii: Keke Palmer and Brad Paisley Join as Mentors

American Idol has enlisted the help of two renowned mentors, Keke Palmer and Brad Paisley, for the Top 20 round filmed in Hawaii. The competition, hosted by Ryan Seacrest and judged by Luke Bryan, Lionel Richie, and Carrie Underwood, will feature Palmer and Paisley coaching the contestants for their upcoming performances. The special episodes shot at Disney’s Aulani Resort & Spa will air on March 16 and March 23, with Season 24 airing on ABC and streaming on Hulu the following day. The mentors shared the news in a fun social media video filmed at the resort, adding a touch of humor to the announcement. Paisley, a Grammy-winning country artist, and Palmer, a talented singer and actress, bring their expertise to guide the contestants through this crucial round.