And then there were 12… Australian Idol 2023 is coming to a head, where the remaining Top 12 contestants will compete for the all-coveted title in weekly live shows. After a nail-biting Top 24 elimination week, the talented pool of singers will have to ‘wow’ the Australian public to secure their spot in the Grand Finale.
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Thus far, judges Meghan Trainor, Amy Shark, Kyle Sandilands, and Harry Connick Jr. have been tasked with the difficult job of deciding who stays and who goes. Now, however, it’s up to the viewers. As we head into the penultimate Australian Idol stage, we wrap up the 2023 Australian Idol Top 12.
Amali Dimond, 16
16-year-old Amali Diamond has always dreamed of being a performer. As the first contestant to enter the Top 50, she’s remained a consistent judge favourite.
Royston Sagigi-Baira, 23
Youth worker Royston Sagigi-Baira immediately captured the judges with his honey-like vocals. As an advocate for young people in remote indigenous communities, he hopes to inspire those in his own community.
Anya Hynninen, 19
Hailing from Selby, Victoria, Anya Hynninen dreams of making it big like her stepdad Bernard. As a former professional guitarist, Anya credits him for taking her to a higher musical level. She was the first recipient of the ‘Touchdown’ in Top 24 Week.
Ben Sheehy, 24
Dark horse Ben Sheehy continues to surprise the Australian Idol panel and audience with his unique vocals. The guitar teacher and retail worker possesses piercing rockstar-esque vocals.
Sash Seabourne, 25
25-year-old surfer Sash Seabourne has swapped his surfboard for his guitar. He credits Bay and Bear, Matt Corby, Bruce Springsteen, and Fleetwood Mac as his teenage singing inspirations.
Maya Weiss, 28
Having watched Australian Idol as a kid, Maya Weiss has, since, dreamed of going on the show. Once reaching the minimum age range, however, the show was on hiatus. Now, in her last applicable year, the 28-year-old is ready to take her music career to a professional level.
Phoebe Stewart, 15
Referred to by the judges as the “Australian Adele”, at a mere 15 years old, Phoebe Stewart’s soulful vocals continue to touch the Idol audience. She received a ‘Touchdown’ in Top 24 Week by Meghan Trainor.
Harry Hayden, 18
Harry Hayden reminds Amy Shark of a young Troye Sivan. Starting singing as an outlet to process their emotions, Hayden’s emotive performances and versatility shines through.
Angelina Curtis, 15
At only 15 years old, Angelina Curtis is ready for stardom. Receiving Harry Connick Jr.’s ‘Touchdown’, she is eager to share her natural talent with the world.
Jasey Fox, 25
When performing, Jasey Fox likes o incorporate his formal dance training. As a fan of Freddie Mercury, Tom Jones, Snoop Dogg, and Billy Joel, he says that he tries to emulate aspects of all the artists when he hits the stage.
Josh Hannan, 20
Rose farm resident Josh Hannan is an emotive singer. Exploring his creativity through song writing, his natural talent has captivated the Idol audience.
Noora H, 27
Noora H is one powerhouse vocalist to watch. Venturing from TikTok to the big stage, she hopes to bring more diversity into the music industry.
