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Pat Benatar and Neil Giraldo appeared on American Idol as mentors and performers during the show's Rock & Roll Hall of Fame Night, bringing renewed attention to both artists. Giraldo performed "Heartbreaker" alongside Benatar on the episode that also revealed the season's Top 9 contestants.
Neil Giraldo, an American musician and producer, is trending after appearing as a mentor and performer on American Idol during Rock & Roll Hall of Fame Night alongside Pat Benatar.
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