LOS ANGELES (AP) - Gutsy “American Idol” contestant Jessica Sanchez took on Whitney Houston’s biggest hit, delivering a performance that awed the show’s judges.
The San Diego teenager sang “I Will Always Love You” on Wednesday’s performance show. She was “just amazing,” according to judge Jennifer Lopez.
When host Ryan Seacrest asked the judges to name the night’s top two contestants, Steven Tyler was ready. Said Tyler: “Jessica Sanchez and Jessica Sanchez.”
The 13 “American Idol” finalists performed as the Fox show marked its 400th episode. The male and female singers who rank lowest in the audience voting will be announced Thursday, with the judges then deciding which contestant will be bounced from the show.
“I Will Always Love You” was played at the funeral service for Houston, who died Feb. 11.
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