Who Dropped Out of American Idol's Top 26 in 2023? His Father Is a Very Famous Actor!

American Idol‘s Top 26 performed this week at the Disney Aulani Resort in Hawaii and one contestant appeared as a surprise to viewers at home.

All but one of the Top 26 contestants were revealed during last week’s episodes and we thought the judges were just saving the final contestant for a special moment.

It turns out, one contestant dropped out and then fan fave Paige Anne became a replacement.

The contestant who dropped out must have made his decision before the season started airing because his audition never aired on the show, clearly meaning the producers had time to edit him out. So, who was this mystery contestant? He actually has a very famous father!

Keep reading to find out more…

Beckett Rex

Beckett Rex is the contestant who dropped out of the competition, according to MJsBigBlog.

You can see Beckett in the group photo that was taken of the Top 26 contestants right after they learned their fate during Hollywood Week.

Beckett is an 18-year-old singer-songwriter who is the son of Golden Globe-nominated actor Malcolm McDowell, who is best known for his work in A Clockwork Orange and Halloween.

Beckett is the brother-in-law of actress Lily Collins, who is married to his half-brother Charlie McDowell.

Watch the music video for Beckett‘s new song “Wildfire” below!

Look back at 13 other contestants who either quit or were removed by producers.