Part of “American Idol” Top 24 Announced

During last night’s episode of “American Idol,” the first hour was devoted to the infamous “room” eliminations, in which the remaining contestants were divided into three rooms and one room–and all its occupants–was sent home. Mary Powers, who took her last name literally when overpowering her group in last week’s episode, was in the room that was sent home. Some in Twitterville lamented her departure, but others were happy to see Powers go.

JackShellWKDF Idol is killing me tonight. Long and overdramatic. Break over. Sad little Hope girl didn’t make the cut. Not sad about that Mary chick.

thisisjessicax0 The American Idol judges made the biggest mistake EVER! They sent Mary Powers home. She could have been the next American Idol.

timematters Hey, if anyone knows Mary Powers from the American Idol auditions, please let her know she has a fan in TN. I hate that she was voted off.

AwanGuntura You have to be humble to be an American Idol… So, good thing that they’ve kicked out #mary powers *now I can sleep* #americanidol

FiShoop So, the ghastly Mary Powers didn’t make it in American Idol but I am sorry for the others who didn’t get the chance to live their dreams

The second half of the show featured the dramatic moments when singers are told individually by the judges if they are one of the Top 24. Sixteen-year-old Aaron Kelly, mischievous Todrick Hall and fan-favorite Didi Benami were among the seven chosen last night. “American Idol” fans were tweeting their excitement about the potential stars making it to the “Idol” stage.

meijoy Aaron, my bet in American Idol 9, is in! Woooh. Haha. He amazed me even from his first audition. The Climb by Miley Cyrus.

reevosaulus Aaron Kelly, Casey James and Todrick Hall are currently my favourites for tonight’s American Idol. The girls are just .. Next, please. Thx

ArchuLava Notice something ’bout the American Idol finalist, Aaron Kelly? He reminds me of @DavidArchie. The lips, the age, the musky serene voice.

hattaboy This American Idol season, I will be supporting Didi Benami. Her voice is damn nice. And she’s pretty too.

JappyPrincess I’m going on a early American Idol limb calling Todrick Hall in the final 5.

Tash7681 Still so excited my boy Aaron Kelly made it to the top 24 last night on Idol tonight is the follow up show to the rest of the top 24

livilovez I am in love with Todrick Hall from American Idol’s voice. The end!

KathAbej Watched American Idol last night! Happy that some of my favorites got into the top24 : Aaron & Didi, + the guy connected w/ Fantasia…

The other four making into the next round included Casey James, Michael “Big Mike” Lynche, Lee Dewyze and Katelyn Epperly. The two contestants placed in the hot seat and sent home, Shelby Dressel and Jessica Furney, got plenty of buzz as well. In particular, Furney’s impassioned plea to stay on the show struck a chord with many tweeps.

TheCodyXD so it was sad when jessica was voted off idol. ): she begged and i was pissed that they ignored her.

grahamorama “Anybody who ever built an empire or changed the world sat where you are.” — Idol judges to Jessica Furney #Idol 1

annkpowers Jessica Furney, face it. They’re breaking up with you. #idol

TS_Elliott Jessica Furney don’t give up!!! Keep on trying – you made it so far!!! So sorry darling!!! #american idol

drlulzington #idol Does Jessica Furney have it? I’m so confused!

JennT23 This Jessica girl begging on Idol is so embarassing. Just stop girl. Go home.