“Proud of you young man,” wrote Kevin Richardson, another member of the beloved boy band.
But he took it in stride, taking to social media to celebrate his brief stint on the show.
“MyAmerican Idoljourney has come to an end,” he wrote onInstagram.
Baylee Littrell on ‘American Idol’.Credit:Disney/Christopher Willard
“Thank you so much to all that supported me this season.
I love you all.”
“Bubba I am and always will be in your corner,” his father wrote.
Baylee Littrell, Brian Littrell, and Leighanne Littrell on ‘American Idol’.Disney/Eric McCandless
“[You] are so strong and so very talented, and inspire me every day.”
Proud of you young man.
SO SO VERY PROUD!
You are a true artist, no bells and whistles needed!
Keep on keepin on!
I cant wait for whats to come!"
Baylee made it to the top 20, performing on Easter Sunday for America’s vote.
“I feel like this was your best performance to date.
After blowing them away, he brought his dad out for a brief duet.
Brian then teared up while listening to the praise for his son.
“Im going to cry,” he told the judges, before admitting, “Im crying.”
