Getting a vote of confidence from an “American Idol” judge one week before the season finale is likely a dream come true for every “Idol” finalist. But during Monday night’s episode of the singing competition, contestant John Foster received something even more meaningful: a vote of confidence from judge and former “Idol” winner, Carrie Underwood.

American Idolseason 23's newest judge, Carrie Underwood, has been struggling throughout the season to connect with the contestants despite competing on the show in the past, proving she can't be a fair judge on the series.

Carrie Underwood gave fans a blast from the past by performing "Alone" on "American Idol," two decades after doing so on the show in 2005.