" American Idol " contestant Alyssa Raghu is speaking out against the way her latest appearance on the show was edited, alleging the episode helped to perpetuate a sexist and "harmful" narrative.
Sunday's episode of "American Idol" featured the audition of Julia Davo, a 20-year-old waitress from Brooklyn. She said she was encouraged to try out by her best friend and roommate, Raghu, who previously competed on the show in 2018 and 2019. "She's so supportive, and she told me she thinks I would be great for the show," Davo said.
Davo ultimately earned two "no" votes from judges Katy Perry and Luke Bryan , although Lionel Richie voted "yes" and compared her to a young Lady Gaga . Raghu, who was waiting outside, subsequently came into the room. In a surprising twist, Raghu then auditioned herself and impressed the judges, earning two "yes" votes and a ticket to Hollywood just minutes after her friend was rejected.
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