Is American Idol ‘Rigged’? Show winner Iam Tongi addresses the rumors

Im Tongi was announced this month as the winner of American Idol Season 21. Shortly after the season finale, viewers of the show alleged that the show had been “rigged”. After much speculation from the viewers, the winner of American Idol Season 21 has finally responded to the comments.

Im Tongi responds to American Idol ‘rigging’ rumors

Even though Im Tongi took her rightful place as the winner of American Idol Season 21, many fans who wholeheartedly supported her were over the moon to see her win after several awe-inspiring performances. A lot of fans, on the contrary, were not very happy with the result of the competition as they alleged that the show was “rigged” in Iam’s favour. The 18-year-old finally addressed the rumors, saying she didn’t mind the negative attention; In fact, I “love it.”

In an interview with the Daily Mail, I talked about and addressed the rumours. Tongee also explained how his father, Rodney Tongee, who passed away in 2021, prepared him to deal with the backlash. He added, “A lot of people are like, ‘Colin Stuff was robbed’ or whatever. And I love it.” Tongy also explained how his father, Rodney Tongy, who passed away in 2021, prepared them to deal with the reactions.

The singer told him about his father’s advice. Talking about the same, she shared, “My dad always told me that your music is not for everyone. There will be people who won’t like it and that’s okay; that’s normal.”

He continued, “Everybody’s got their opinion. Everybody’s got to think what they think. So, it’s okay.” Iam further explained, “I just like (them) whatever they say, ’cause you know, (I) gotta let those things happen. I’m guilty of liking it. But look ( My) music isn’t for everyone. And I’ve got to learn it. The hard way.”

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Katy Perry gets trolled for praising Im Tongi!

Just before the finale, Katy Perry faced a massive amount of criticism for the reaction she had when she performed the song Iam to Father and Son.

Katy Perry impressed by Iam’s performance; As the contestant began to receive feedback from the judges, the ‘Roar’ singer praised her saying, “To add to this, I believe it is written in the stars. I don’t believe in coincidences. I am calling your names.” Ka Iam know, but when I see your name written, all I see is I am… the next American Idol.

Spectators alleged that Perry was playing favorites ahead of the final. Fans immediately took to social media to discuss how unfair the judge’s comment was to the other contestants and how biased Perry was in the competition.

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