Louisiana native John Foster, a season 23 "American Idol" finalist, returned home to to a parade and a concert.

After rocketing to "American Idol's" top 3, Louisiana teen John Foster finished second in the ABC singing competition series during its grand finale on Sunday night. Grabbing the "Idol" title was ...

ADDIS, La. (WAFB) - Louisiana’s own John Foster is the runner-up of American Idol, Season 23. The three remaining contestants gave their final performances in a star-studded night with music ...

ADDIS, La. (WAFB) - John Foster, a Top 3 finalist on Season 23 of American Idol, is coming home to West Baton Rouge. The West Baton Rouge Parish Sheriff’s Office is encouraging everyone to ...

Louisiana native and "American Idol" finalist John Foster returned home for a celebratory concert and parade. The event drew an estimated 10,000-15,000 attendees, the largest seen by "American ...

The Louisiana House of Representatives adopted a resolution honoring John Foster, who is a finalist on American Idol.

Editorial: In John Foster, Louisianans have a wholesome -- and talented -- representative on American Idol. Even if he doesn't finish first, he's already won. And so has Louisiana.

The 18-year-old country singer from Addis, LA, is headed to the Grand Ole Opry. ... 'American Idol' Runner-Up John Foster Has A Dream Come True first appeared on Parade on Jun 3, 2025.

American Idol season 23 is down to three contestants and one of them is LSU freshman John Foster. John was raised in the small town of Addis just outside of Baton Rouge.