Douglas Kiker, the garbage collector who touched hearts with his singing voice on “American Idol” has died, his family announced on social media. He was 32 years old.

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.

Carrie Underwood has “American Idol” on her side. After collecting backlash for performing at Donald Trump’s second inauguration, which resulted in the star belting out “America the ...

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 ...

Some of the world's most iconic singers, including Underwood, Jennifer Hudson and Adam Lambert, got their start on "American Idol," which first premiered in 2002. "20 years ago I auditioned for ...

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 ...

Katy Perry has said goodbye to American Idol. The “Dark Horse” singer announced her departure from the judge's table during a February 2024 appearance on Jimmy Kimmel Live!, noting that the ...

If Crews Wright was nervous during his “American Idol” audition, he certainly didn’t show it. The country singer from Samson, Alabama, sang for three powerhouse judges on Sunday’s episode ...

The hit reality singing competition show “American Idol” returns with its season 23 premiere on Sunday, March 9 (3/9/2025) at 8 p.m. ET on ABC. Cord cutters can watch the premiere live using ...