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Kara DioGuardi Singing “Terrified” With Jason Reeves On “Lopez Tonight” [VIDEO]

Last night, American Idol judge/songwriter Kara DioGuardi joined musician Jason Reeves for a duet of “Terrified” on TBS’ Lopez Tonight. It’s a ballad the pair wrote for former Idol finalist Katharine McPhee. It’s not everyday we get to pass judgement on a judge. Kara has a lovely voice, we must say! What did you think [...]

Lady Gaga “American Idol” Performance May 5

Lady Gaga is returning to American Idol. The pop singer is set to perform on the Idol stage on Wednesday, May 5. Gaga made her debut on the FOX talent show with a live performance of “Just Dance” in 2008.

Crystal Bowersox Almost Quit “American Idol”

Dreadlocked soul star Crystal Bowersox is well on her way to winning the ninth season of FOX’s American Idol, but A.I. insiders dish that the homesick single mom came thisclose to throwing in the towel and leaving the competition to return to her home in Ohio about two weeks ago. According to TMZ.com, the [...]

“American Idol” Wants Paula Abdul Back

Could Paula Abdul be headed back to the judges’ panel of American Idol? In Touch Weekly tattles seem to think so. While many A.I. fans would love to see the ’80s pop star join former frenemy Simon Cowell on the US adaptation of Britain’s The X Factor, Idol bosses are reportedly wooing Paula in hopes [...]

Alicia Keys “American Idol” Mentor April 20

On next week’s American Idol, Grammy-winning songbird/accused mistress Alicia Keys will be in the house to train this year’s finalists in the fine art of hubby-humping and homewrecking. I kid, I kid….. Next Tuesday night, the remaining eight Idols will perform inspirational songs under the mentorship of A. Keys.

“American Idol” Taps Nadya Suleman For “Idol Gives Back” Skit

In addition to her appearance on next Tuesday’s Oprah, Octomom Nadya Suleman will pop up for a guest spot in a skit that will air during Idol Gives Back, American Idol’s annual charity fundraiser, premiering next Wed., April 21 on FOX.

“American Idol” Heads To Springfield On “The Simpsons” Season Finale May 23

American Idol is headed to Springfield.
Next month’s season finale of The Simpsons will feature voiceover cameos by all four Idol judges — Randy Jackson, Simon Cowell, Kara DioGuardi, and Ellen DeGeneres — and A.I. host Ryan Seacrest as Moe the Bartender joins the judges’ panel on TV’s No. 1 talent show!
The episode, entitled “Judge Me [...]

The Obamas Will Appear On “American Idol” Idol Gives Back Special 2010

On Wednesday, President and First Lady Obama filmed a taped message that will appear as part of American Idol’s annual global fundraising event later this month, FOX News reports.
Idol Gives Back is a two-hour charity event that raises money for international non-profit organizations. This year’s beneficiaries include Children’s Health Fund, Feeding America, Malaria No More, [...]

“American Idol” Judges Save Michael “Big Mike” Lynche From Elimination

American Idol host Ryan Seacrest promised a surprise at the beginning of Wednesday’s Results Show. This time he meant what he said.

American Idol judges used their one-time save to rescue Florida dad Michael Lynche from elimination Wednesday after viewers of the talent show gave the thumbs-down to the Teddy Bear singer’s rendition of “Eleanor Rigby.” [...]

Rihanna Performs “Rockstar 101″ On “American Idol” [VIDEO]

Caribbean Queen Rihanna give a high energy performance of “Rockstar 101″ — the latest single from her Rated R LP — on Wednesday’s American Idol.

Adam Lambert Mentoring Contestants On Next Week’s “American Idol”

Just one season after singing his way to stardom on American Idol, Adam Lambert is returning to the hit mentor the show’s new Top 8.

According to Entertainment Weekly, a representative for 19 Entertainment has confirmed that the former Idol star – who finished runner-up last season – will offer advice to the contestants on [...]

Clay Aiken Ruben Studdard Tour!

Two former American Idols are set to share the stage once more.
Ruben Studdard and Clay Aiken, winner and runner-up, respectively, on Season 2 of the FOX talent show, are teaming up for a summer tour of North America that will featured both vocalists putting their signature sounds on some of the best songs of the [...]

Lindsay Lohan Drops By “American Idol”

Lindsay Lohan made a surprise appearance in the American Idol audience on Wednesday night.
Flanked by a pair of burly security guards, the Mean Girls star arrived halfway through the show wearing a flowered top and black hat to see Diddy and his new group Dirty Money perform their single “Hello Good Morning.”

“Love American Idol! Such [...]

Alex Lambert, Former “American Idol” Contender, Joins Online Series

A former American Idol hopeful is getting a second shot at stardom.
Alex Lambert, the shy but stirring vocalist who saw his Idol dreams dashed earlier this season, has joined the cast of If I Can Dream, the online series from Idol creator Simon Fuller that debuted on the web earlier this month. Alex will now [...]

Stephanie Edwards, “American Idol” Season 6 Finalist, Arrested

Former American Idol Season 6 finalist Stephanie Edwards was arrested overnight after getting into a fight with another young woman in her native Savannah, Georgia, TMZ.com reported on Tuesday.

Edwards was busted around 10 PM last night after cops from the Chatham County Sherriff’s Department had to break up a street fight between Edwards and another [...]

Ellen DeGeneres Comic Book On Sale Wednesday

Emmy-winning talk show hostess Ellen DeGeneres is a new “force” in the comic book world.
DeGeneres is being immortalized in ink in the latest issue of Bluewater Productions’ smash Female Force biographical comic book series.

The 38-page graphic novel — illustrated by Pedro Ponzo — follows the comedienne from her youth in rural Louisiana through her journey [...]

General Larry Platt To Perform “Pants On The Ground” On “American Idol” Finale

Rumor: We hear General Larry Platt will perform his viral smash, “Pants on the Ground,” during the ninth season finale of American Idol, airing live from Hollywood’s Kodak Theatre this May. Platt, a former civil rights worker, became one of the year’s biggest Internet sensations after performing his original song during Idol 9’s Atlanta auditions, [...]

“American Idol” Cancelled After Season 10?

Is it the end of the road for American Idol?
Tipsters tell Star Magazine that next year’s 10th season of Idol will be its last.

Simon Cowell’s departure from the long-running reality competition is reportedly behind its demise. Everyone involved with the program is in agreement that Idol cannot continue successful with Simon headlining a US [...]

Sanjaya Cited For Excessive Speed

I’m not sure why this is news…..
American Idol Season 6 finalist Sanjaya Malakar likes living in the fast lane….and apparently he likes driving in it, too. The Washington State native — known for his breathy vocals and ponyhawked hair — was pulled over at 2:30 AM Tuesday after The Fuzz clocked him traveling at [...]

Ryan Seacrest Makes “Oprah” Debut March 26

Can you believe Ryan Seacrest has never been on Oprah? This Friday, March 26, the self-professed “Hard-Working Man In Hollywood” blows into the Windy City for his very first chat with The Queen of Talk.
In the all-new episode, Ryan will detail his fast-paced lifestyle, spill on the new season of American Idol, reveal stories from [...]