Fans defend former 'American Idol' host Brian Dunkleman for driving an Uber to make a living and spend quality time with his son

Brian Dunkleman was a host in 'American Idol' in 2002 when the show premiered. He later pursued stand-up comedy and is now back in the news for his current occupation
UPDATED JAN 18, 2019

'American Idol' is all set to return for a new season on March 3. Season 17 will see Ryan Seacrest return as the host of the show with Luke Bryan, Lionel Richie, and Katy Perry taking their seats on the judging panel once again.

There is just little over a month left for the new season to kick off and with all the hype about who the contestants are and who might end up winning, an old name recently made headlines. Brian Dunkleman, a former host of 'American Idol' in 2002 when the show premiered and later a stand-up comedian, is now in the news for his current occupation.

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