In case you somehow missed it, here's the American Idol clip of Michael Johns being eliminated last night. Shock waves are still being felt around the Idol universe.

Write in and let us know your thoughts on this shocker. 

Wow.

We had predicted a surprise elimination earlier today when we said Carly Smithson would be voted off the show - and she did plummet to the bottom three, along with Syesha Mercado - but we never dreamed Michael Johns would get the boot.

This may rank below Chris Daughtry's elimination in terms of shock value... but not too far below. We're speechless.

Leave a comment and discuss among yourselves: Did you think Johns deserved to be eliminated tonight?

Before we get down to the business of determining who is sent home tonight on American Idol (we foresee an upset, with Carly Smithson getting the surprising boot), let's relive Idol Gives Back on more time.

Here are a series of pictures from the event, from shots of established stars such as Mariah Carey, to those of up-and-comers such as David Cook. Click on each now for a larger version...

We're asking readers to write in and let us know what was your favorite moment from last night's Idol Gives Back broadcast?

The most important thing, of course, was the money donated to charities around the world and we'd like to thank every viewer that called in.

Now, take a look at the list below and let us know which moment stood out the most for you:

• The Idols singing "Don’t Stop the Music” by Rihanna
• Fergie taking the stage with John Legend and then Heart
• Jimmy Kimmel roasting Simon Cowell
• Carrie Underwood’s performance

• Alicia Keys in Africa
• Miley Cyrus and Billy Ray’s trip to Kentucky
• Mariah Carey’s performance of “Fly Like a Bird”
• Chris Daughtry visiting Uganda?

Or did you like something else best? Leave a comment. Let us know. And, of course, get ready for ANOTHER American Idol broadcast tonight. Yes!

We hope all American Idol fans are preparing to watch Idol Gives Back tonight and donate at least a few bucks to the cause.

Here are a couple backstage photos of your favorite finalists during the taping of the special:

David Archuleta and Brooke White are backstage buddies.

David Cook and Carly Smithson are wonders in white.

Also scheduled to appear/perform are Brad Pitt, Miley Cyrus, Mariah Carey, WWE superstars Triple H, John Cena and so many more!

We'll learn tonight about the efforts of Jordin Sparks and Melinda Doolittle to help children in Africa, but the pair of season six finalists spoke to Us Weekly about their experiences, as well.

They first learned of the Malaria No More initiative on last year's Idol Gives Back and were moved to act as soon as their schedule would allow. Doolittle partnered with the organization in 2007, traveling to Zambia in June; Sparks followed suit in February 2008 visiting Ghana.

Both women traveled with First Lady Laura Bush.

“One day my Mom called me up and said ‘Laura Bush is wondering if you would like to go with her [to Ghana].’ And I was like ‘What?!’ You don’t get a message like that every day,” Sparks said.

Doolitttle concurs.

“[Traveling was] the perfect opportunity for me. We were in rehearsals for the tour and I missed a few, but it was more than worth it.

“It just blew my mind the things that we take for granted, like clean water or the fact that we can put on bug repellent and not be worried about mosquitoes around us. However, even though the community [in Zambia] is stricken by something like Malaria, they have a hope like no other. Just $10 [for a bed net] can save a family. You’d spend that if you went to Starbucks twice!”

Hear that, readers? Get ready to donate tonight!

On a night of inspiration songs, a trio of favorites - David Cook, Michael Johns and Carly Smithson - failed to motivate the judges to give them high marks.

Conversely, Kristy Lee Cook (yes, Kristy Lee Cook!) and Jason Castro basked in the high praise of Randy, Paula and Simon. Oh, and David Archuleta did well. But what else is new?

Who was your favorite performer? Who do you think will be sent home next on American Idol?

Also, remember: tonight is the Idol Gives Back special. Watch. Call in. Donate all you can.

You'll hear the following songs performed by the eight remaining American Idol finalists tonight:

Syesha Mercado — “I Believe” by Fantasia
David Cook - “Innocent” by Our Lady Peace
Carly Smithson — “The Show Must Go On” by Queen
Brooke White — “You’ve Got a Friend” by James Taylor

Jason Castro — “Somewhere Over the Rainbow” by Judy Garland
Michael Johns — “Dream On” by Aerosmith
Kristy Lee Cook — “Anyway” by Martina McBride
David Archuleta — “Angels” by Robbie Williams

Come back tomorrow for a recap of the renditions. Enjoy tonight's American Idol! 

Ryan Seacrest will be hosting Idol Gives Back tomorrow night. But his bank account won't know it.

The American Idol host has handed over his paycheck for the evening.

A source close to Seacrest told People Magazine that he wanted to show fans that he was serious about the cause. We think it's a great example from which others can learn a lot.

“When he and Simon went to Africa last year and saw the children, it was really life-altering for him,” said the insider. “He just knew he had to do his part and be willing to put his money where his mouth is.”

Idol Gives Back, which also features appearances from Brad Pitt, Miley Cyrus and a slew of other celebrities, airs tomorrow night on FOX. We encourage all to watch and pledge money.

We mock Paula Abdul a lot on this site because, well, have you ever heard her American Idol critiques/rants?

But we have nothing but praise for the occasionally wacky judge for her - and many others' - actions as part of the Idol Gives Back special.

Here's a shot of Abdul hugging a child from tomorrow night's broadcast. Please remember to tune in, call in and help out with a donation: