Jessica Sanchez in the Philippines by September

In September this year, AI runner up Jessica Sanchez will visit her mother’s native country as the “American Idol LIVE! Tour” makes its Manila stop. Jessica will be performing at the Smart Araneta Coliseum on September 21 for the 2012 edition of the said tour as confirmed by Ovation Productions.

The 16-year-old Pinay pride will perform alongside the Top 10 contestants of the 11th season of "Idol," including current titleholder Phillip Phillips. The Philippines is the only country outside of North America that is included in the two-month tour, and is slated to be the finale show of the "Idol" finalists.

Last year, the Top 10 contestants of the 10th season of "Idol" visited the country for a two-night concert. Their tour stop in Manila was the finale show of their concert series.