American Idol Down to Final Four

Now this is where it gets interesting. There was no saving Matt Giraud this time on “American Idol.”

American Idol is down to its final four contestants after Ryan Seacrest presided over maybe the most heartstring-tugging elimination yet. Not because of tears shed, necessarily, but because these guys ‘n’ gal have come so darn far! And smashed cake all over each other!

The refreshingly talented remaining few will perform two songs apiece next week, meaning their chances for a blistering Simon Cowell critique will double—although so will their chances of having their outfit complimented by Paula Abdul.

But before we can look ahead, we have to say goodbye to the one who isn’t a member of the vote-sanctioned foursome.

He made the most of his second chance, but Matt Giraud wasn’t destined for the finish line.