The American Idol frenzy: Judge Luke Bryan has just sparked a wave of controversy after calling Hannah Harper’s performance “perfection” tonight following the Top 14 results. Fans quickly accused him of favoring the “mother of three who battled postpartum depression.” Almost immediately, Carrie Underwood shut down the criticism with a 12-word message that left social media speechless, while Hannah Harper broke down in tears.

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