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HOLLYWOOD, Ca.– All week long we’ve been featuring stories about the hit ABC TV show, “American Idol.”   We are excited for the season finale on Sunday night right here on WGNO-TV.

We’re especially pumped because a Louisiana guy is in the finale.   Way to go Laine Hardy!  Don’t forget to vote for Laine on Sunday!

We sent News with a Twist Reporter Kenny Lopez to Hollywood to go inside “American Idol” and meet Laine and hear his story!  Who is Laine Hardy?

18-year old, Laine grew up in Livingston Parish, Louisiana.  He’s been playing the guitar since he was 7 years old, but only started singing 3 years ago.   He went to French Settlement High School, where he graduated last year.