"American Idol" contestant from Idyllwild is semifinalist despite earlier hospitalization

LOS ANGELES - Casey Abrams of Idyllwild was among the 19 contestants named today as semifinalists for ''American Idol.''

Abrams, 20, was hospitalized Wednesday night, complaining of severe stomach pains, according to Fox11.

Abrams will join the other 11 male semifinalists in competing Tuesday on the Fox Broadcasting singing competition.

The field will be cut to 12 next Thursday.

"American Idol" contestant from Idyllwild hospitalized

LOS ANGELES - An ''American Idol'' contestant from Idyllwild taken to a hospital complaining of severe stomach pains was expected to be released today. Casey Abrams, 19, was hospitalized Wednesday night, according to Fox11. He was expected to be released sometime today. Abrams, who also plays the stand-up bass, advanced to the Top 40 on the popular musical talent search show. TMZ reported that Abrams is scheduled to tape a performance on Friday, which indicates he will be one of the semifinalists selected during tonight's ''American Idol'' episode. Abrams, who has been one of the season's most popular artists, could be eliminated from the show if he is not able to make that performance.