Overview

• Lola Bonfiglio, daughter of Carnie Wilson, was eliminated from 'American Idol' during Hollywood Week due to pitch issues in her performance.
• Baylee Littrell, son of Backstreet Boys' Brian Littrell, impressed judges and advanced to the next round of the competition.
• 'American Idol' grouped legacy contestants together in a segment, drawing criticism for amplifying scrutiny and shaping their narratives unfairly.
• Carnie Wilson publicly defended her daughter against online backlash, calling the criticism cruel and expressing pride in Lola's bravery to audition.
• The inclusion of legacy contestants has reignited discussions about nepotism in entertainment and the challenges faced by children of celebrities in competitive spaces.