American Idol is getting ready for one of the most beloved weeks in the competition, and fans won’t believe who the show is bringing in to share some musical wisdom.
The Top 7 contenders are gearing up for American Idol‘s annual Disney Night on May 12, and they’re in the midst of preparing which songs to sing in front of audiences in studio and at home. Given how the ABC series has brought in incredible musicians to help guide the competitors over the course of season 23, it’s only fair that Disney Night follow in a similar pattern.
But as for who the show would tap to be a guest mentor the contestants on Disney Night, well, fans got quite a surprise on May 5. Sharing the big news on Instagram, American Idol announced that Broadway playwright, actor and Disney composer Lin-Manuel Miranda would be guiding the contestants ahead of Disney Night.
“Get excited! 🎉,” read the official caption. “Disney Icon, @lin_manuel is mentoring the #IDOL finalists for our 2-night Disney Celebration! Don’t miss a moment of the magic starting SUNDAY.”
When fans caught wind of the fact Lin-Manuel would be the next guest mentor on American Idol, they couldn’t hold back their excitement online.
“OMG HE WILL BE THE BEST ONE EVER,” one person wrote in the comments. “He’s an ICON, he’s a LEGEND. such a perfect mentor!” another declared. “I can’t wait!!!!!!! He’s going to be an amazing mentor for the group,” a different follower added.
Now, fans of Lin-Manuel are aware he is the brains behind the music for movies like Moana and Mufasa: The Lion King. But he’s probably best known for writing and starring in the musical Hamilton, which became an international phenomenon and cemented his status as a name to remember in Hollywood.
What’s more, Lin-Manuel’s presence isn’t the only thing exciting about Disney Night on American Idol season 23. As Broadway World revealed, the contestants will actually perform at the Disneyland Resort in Anaheim, California. And if that’s not enough, Disney Night will last for two nights in a row, as the singers all vie for a chance to make it to one of the last rounds of the season.
We’re marking our calendars and making sure to tune in for this one!
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