This is a shot of Carly Smithson at the American Idol party. The top 24 contestants on season seven got together to throw down at a Hollywood club soon after they earned their honor.
A host of American Idol semifinalists comfort Alaina Whitaker after she receives the bad news: her season seven journey is over before it reaches the final 16 contestants.
Ramiele Malubay performs "You Don't Have to Say You Love Me" during the top 12 ladies night on American Idol. This tiny singer has a huge, great voice.
David Hernandez stares straight into the camera. This photo is courtesy of a group sing during the first night of semifinal eliminations on American Idol, season seven.
Carly Smithson comforts Ramiele Malubay. Neither season seven contestant was voted off American Idol after the first week of semifinal auditions, but that doesn't mean things don't get emotional.
How far can Carly Smithson on season seven of American Idol? This former professional singer must overcome her status as a non-amateur in the eyes of many.