Season 23 of "American Idol" premiered Sunday night with new judge, Carrie Underwood, and a slew of hopeful contestants. Notable auditions included Baylee Littrell, son of Backstreet Boys' Brian ...

American Idol is a star-making machine, known for turning people off the street into huge pop icons and even Oscar winners. But for some of the people who walk through those doors to audition ...

Victor Solomon, a Peoria High graduate and former contestant on "The Voice," is auditioning for Season 23 of "American Idol." The singer's audition episode will air on Sunday, March 16 Solomon ...

By Michele Amabile Angermiller American Idol kicked off Sunday night with its annual promise: to serve as a launching pad for aspiring young musical talent. But some contestants already have a ...

Baylee Littrell, the son of Backstreet Boys member Brian Littrell, had an unforgettable moment during his American Idol audition, as his famous father joined him on stage. The 22-year-old singer ...

John Holmes is part of American agriculture history. He was born in Massachusetts, moved to Michigan in 1835. The rise of scientific agriculture in Europe, the first half of the 19th century, and the ...

Katy Perry announced in February 2024 that she was leaving ‘American Idol’ after her seven-season run as a judge Disney/Eric McCandless Katy Perry has said goodbye to American Idol.

Katy Perry on the Grande Finale of American Idol Season 22.

However, when Bryan stood up and tried to have a sing-off with Ian, he was immediately proven wrong. Abi Bowen watched American Idol for years, but only had the guts to audition herself after her ...

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