Latest American Idol News and Updates
After being told she might never have kids, ‘American Idol’ contestant shares heartwarming news
Despite winning the ‘American Idol’ Season 18, Samantha Diaz had no work for months, eventually returning to busking in NYC
‘American Idol’ contestant walked in hoping for a golden ticket — but found her biological family instead
The birth mom was also a singer, but she was diagnosed with terminal lupus. Knowing she wouldn’t be able to raise her baby, she gave her up for adoption.
‘American Idol’ alum reveals harsh truth behind the show — calls experience ‘miserable and traumatic’
'American Idol' season 7 finalist recalls the show treating contestants like “powerless little bugs”
Carrie Underwood tears up after ‘American Idol’ contestant’s touching song for brother with brain damage
"We felt your heart," said an emotional Carrie Underwood while lauding an 'American Idol' contestant
‘American Idol’ alum shares heartbreaking news — reveals he lost both his grandmothers on the same day
"My heart is absolutely broken," wrote the 'American Idol' winner in an devastating Instagram post
'American Idol' gives single mom second chance after emotional comeback performance moves judges to tears
"We told you to go away, and you have come back in here with a completely different mindset," Luke Bryan reacted.
Lionel Richie stormed off after ‘American Idol’ contestant mistook him for Wheel of Fortune’s Pat Sajak
When contestant Louis Solywoda walked into the audition room, he exuded charisma and charm until he made the blunder of not recognizing Lionel Richie.
Carrie Underwood had an instant crush on teen ‘American Idol’ contestant: ‘You’re pretty darn cute...'
Teen ‘American Idol’ hopeful melts Carrie Underwood’s heart—gets praised, called ‘cute,’ and invited to the Opry
Carrie Underwood couldn’t hold back tears after teen’s powerful tribute to lost father on ‘American Idol’
This 19-year-old's tribute to his late father left Carrie Underwood in tears during his audition
‘American Idol’ alum’s heartwarming pregnancy reveal amid Ed Sheeran tour has fans (and us) thrilled
"We are just so grateful for what’s to come and can’t wait to meet this little gift from God," Tori Kelly said.
‘Nobody Wants This’ star dishes on her biggest ‘American Idol’ regret and no, it's not the elimination
Jackie Tohn says she doesn’t regret getting eliminated, but her fashion choice still haunts her
She didn’t win ‘American Idol’, but this 19-year-old just landed one of Ryan Seacrest’s top hosting gigs
‘American Idol’ Season 21 finalist hosts Ryan Seacrest’s American Top 40, proving she’s just getting started
‘American Idol’ fan-favorite singer drops unexpected relationship update, and we're loving every bit of it
The Louisiana native John Foster has kept the tabloids busy with his career and personal moves
After winning ‘American Idol’, this elementary PE teacher honors his home state with a moving debut single
Since his victory in May 2025, Jamal Roberts has also recorded in Nashville and alluded to already recording a second track in Los Angeles this June.
Did we just spot an ‘American Idol’ judge on ‘Duck Dynasty: The Revival’? A&E show scores surprising cameo
There was a country music star cameo on the latest episode of ‘Duck Dynasty: The Revival’ that you might have totally missed
‘American Idol’ finalist looks unrecognizable as he makes massive comeback after 3-year hiatus
"It’s been 3 years, but the wait is finally over!" ‘American Idol’ Season 5 alum said while announcing his return on social media
AJ McLean gushes over 'American Idol' star stepping out of musician dad’s shadow: 'He’s just beyond...'
"I mean, he’s got a catalog of probably three to 400 songs he’s written that are all insanely good," AJ McLean said.
Dolly Parton wants this 'American Idol' winner to cover her classic 1974 track — and we can't wait to hear it
“I think this is a sign I should cover a Dolly song at one of my shows…. but which song?” the former 'Idol' teased fans with an Instagram post.
'American Idol' star Jamal Roberts accepts another city key after rejecting one over death threats
"Thank you, Mayor Marco McClendon and West Memphis, for giving me a key to your city," Jamal Roberts said.
'Barbie' star Alexandra Shipp reveals she was told to stop singing during her awkward 'American Idol' audition
Alexandra Shipp auditioned for 'American Idol' but was stopped in the middle for her bad Whitney Houston cover!