Candice Glover Performs; Kristen O'Connor Sent Home from 'American Idol'

Reigning American Idol champion Candice Glover owns the stage during her performance on the competition series on Thursday night (February 27) in Los Angeles.

The 24-year-old singer wowed the crowd with her hits “Cried” and “Same Kinda Man.” Watch her performance below!

“That was AMAZING and so good to be back on the @AmericanIdol stage. West Coast, you’re up next!” Candice tweeted. “I don’t think I’ve ever been so nervous in my whole life. I’m so glad you guys enjoyed tonight. #CandiceOnIdol.”

Meanwhile, hopeful Kristen O’Connor was sent home from the competition, leaving the Top 12: Ben Briley, Dexter Roberts, Jessica Meuse, Majesty Rose, Alex Preston, Malaya Watson, Caleb Johnson, MK Nobillette, C. J. Harris, Alex Preston, Emily Piriz and Jena Irene.