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Extreme 'American Idol' Fans Stab Each Other During Fight Over Who Should Win

Drew Weisholtz — Fri, 24 May 2013 18:40:25 +0000

‘American Idol’ may not be the ratings juggernaut it once was, but that doesn’t mean its fans are any less passionate. A couple living together in West Manchester Township, Pennsylvania was arrested after stabbing each other over a disagreement about who should win ‘American Idol’ while watching the show’s finale last week. As if that’s not [...]

Kellie Pickler Shaves Head for Sick Friend, Is Coolest BFF Ever

Marla Rosenthal — Thu, 06 Sep 2012 13:25:20 +0000

Kellie Pickler might be most famous for her time as the bubbly and slightly ditzy songstress from season five of 'American Idol,' but that could change after what she's done in the name of friendship. When Pickler's BFF, Summer Holt Miller, was diagnosed with breast cancer in June, the blonde singer decided to support her friend by shaving her head in solidarity.

Little Girl Has Wild Crying Fit Over Phillip Phillips' 'American Idol' Win

Danny Gallagher — Thu, 24 May 2012 21:17:20 +0000

Phillip Phillips’ ‘American Idol’ win may have upset some people. None of them, however, were as upset as this little girl. She’s clearly a fan of runner-up Jessica Sanchez by the way she’s bawling after the Season 11 finale. She’s also got a very concerned mother who was so worried about her little girl losing [...]

Jennifer Lopez Is Forbes' Most Powerful Celebrity – Do You Agree?

Donald Deane — Thu, 17 May 2012 15:22:29 +0000

A few years ago, it looked as if Jennifer Lopez had lost her clout as a celebrity. But since she joined 'American Idol' two years ago, Lopez has reinvigorated her career in a dramatic way. And now, she's made the top spot on Forbes' list of the 100 most powerful celebs in the world. As Lopez herself might say, that's enough to give us "goosies."

'American Idol's' Jessica Sanchez Performs a Moving Cover of 'I Will Always Love You'

Jeremy Taylor — Fri, 09 Mar 2012 22:35:41 +0000

Dolly Parton may have written and first recorded 'I Will Always Love You,' but Whitney Houston's soaring voice made it forever hers. Because Houston sang the song so perfectly, it is one of the most intimidating vocals for any singer to attempt, particularly so soon after Houston's death thrust the tune back into the spotlight.

American Idol contestant Jessica Sanchez was brave enough to take on the classic during the show's Whitney Houston night earlier this week. Watch how the 16-year old did.

Steven Tyler Weighs In Jennifer Lopez's 'Oscar Nipple-Gate'

Jeremy Taylor — Tue, 28 Feb 2012 16:31:48 +0000

Given his debauched rock star past, Steven Tyler is a man who knows his female anatomy. The Aerosmith singer put that knowledge to use on 'Jimmy Kimmel Live' Monday, and did his part to settle the debate over Jennifer Lopez's nipple that's been going on since Sunday's Academy Awards.

'American Idol' Contestant Symone Black Returns After Nasty Fall

Donald Deane — Fri, 10 Feb 2012 17:40:42 +0000

During the first day of Hollywood Week on ‘American Idol,’ contestant Symone Black passed out and took a terrible fall off the stage. But after a quick trip to the hospital, the plucky 16-year-old was back in time to participate in the group round. Black has just finished a stellar rendition of Otis Redding’s ‘(Sittin’ [...]

Will Symone Black Be Back on 'American Idol' After Her Dramatic Fall?

Jeremy Taylor — Thu, 09 Feb 2012 23:25:13 +0000

After a strong performance of Otis Redding’s ‘Sitting by the Dock of the Bay’ during ‘American Idol”s Hollywood Week, Symone Black should’ve been on top of the world. But instead, the sixteen-year old found herself in the pits after she fell off the stage while nervously engaging in post-song chatter with judge Randy Jackson. As you can see, [...]

5 Daughters of Famous People Who Have Been on 'American Idol' [VIDEOS]

Danny Groner — Tue, 24 Jan 2012 17:03:37 +0000

Open casting calls for ‘American Idol‘ have brought out lots of memorable singers, good and bad. But they’ve also spawned a chance for the next generation to get discovered, including some young women who are seeking their own versions of the fame they’ve seen their fathers achieve. Here’s a look back at five ‘Idol’ hopefuls [...]

Did Jim Carrey's Daughter Jane Carrey Nail Her 'American Idol' Audition? [VIDEO]

Donald Deane — Mon, 23 Jan 2012 15:23:34 +0000

Last night on 'American Idol,' viewers were treated to a pleasant, if somewhat forgettable, audition by Jim Carrey's 24-year-old daughter, Jane. But the real highlight was when judge Jennifer Lopez, who starred with Jane's famous father on 'In Living Color' back in the '90s, admitted that she suddenly felt very old.

Don't feel bad, J-Lo. We're right there wi

Rick Perry Gets Voted Off 'American Idol'-Style on 'Jimmy Kimmel' [VIDEO]

Jeremy Taylor — Fri, 20 Jan 2012 16:31:40 +0000

As a comedian, Jimmy Kimmel was certainly sad to see Texas governor Rick Perry drop out of Republican primary this week. So he gave him a farewell more fitting of an ‘American Idol‘ contestant. Perry, who will be the first to admit that he’s not a particularly polished public speaker, made gaffe after gaffe during his few [...]

Did Phillip Phillips Give the Best Audition on the 'American Idol' Season 11 Premiere? [VIDEO]

Donald Deane — Thu, 19 Jan 2012 17:17:47 +0000

Great talent was in no short supply during the season 11 premiere of ‘American Idol’ last night. But a 20-year-old with the unlikely name of Phillip Phillips may have given the best audition of all during tryouts in Savannah, Georgia. Phillips, a Georgia native who works in his dad’s pawn shop, first growled his way [...]