#4 – Ryan Seacrest vs. Simon Cowell
Ryan Seacrest and Simon Cowell had a really great chemistry together. Check out this compilation of their quick-fire banter.
#3 – “Who Dat” Harry Connick Jr.
Harry Connick Jr. made his official American Idol debut as a judge on the 13th season of the show and not many people knew who he was. Connick is a well decorated musician and actor and, since Idol, has become a daytime talk TV host. But before he became really famous, Idol had to educate their fans.
#2- Kris Allen with “Heartless”
Kris Allen became the 8th American Idol defeating the immensely popular Adam Lambert. It wasn’t until this performance that Allen took the lead in the show. Judge Kara Dioguardi called Allen a “dark horse”.