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Former NFL Player Blake Proehl Brings Katy Perry To Tears With Goosebumps-Inducing Brett Young Cover On ‘American Idol’

Posted on February 19, 2024

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Andrew Wendowski

“Listen, every grandma thinks that their grandchildren are great, but YOU’RE RIGHT!” Perry shouted.

McKenna Breinholt on American Idol, Photo Courtesy of ABC / American Idol

McKenna Breinholt Reunites With Birth Family After Impressive Country Cover On ‘American Idol’

Posted on February 18, 2024

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Andrew Wendowski

Tune into American Idol on Sunday, February 18 at 8/7c on ABC to find out if McKenna Breinholt secured a golden ticket to Hollywood.

Brittany Kerr Aldean; Photo Courtesy of American Idol

Remember When Jason Aldean’s Wife Brittany Aldean Auditioned For ‘American Idol’?

Posted on February 18, 2024

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Christine Sellers

Brittany Aldean, whose maiden name is Brittany Kerr, auditioned for Season 11 of American Idol.

Kelly Clarkson, Photo by The Kelly Clarkson Show/NBC, Iam Tongi, Photo Courtesy of ABC/American Idol

Who Won American Idol? A Complete List Of Idol Winners From Kelly Clarkson To Iam Tongi

Posted on January 11, 2024

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Melanie Rooten

‘American Idol’ has produced its fair share of stars since its debut in 2002. See the full list of winners from Kelly Clarkson to Iam Tongi.

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‘American Idol’ Winner Iam Tongi Delivers Captivating Performance Of The National Anthem In Seattle

Posted on January 1, 2024

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Andrew Wendowski

Standing in the center of a packed football stadium, amidst a sprawling American flag, Tongi confidently and passionately belted out the lyrics to the patriotic tune.

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Luke Bryan On ‘American Idol’: “You Don’t Have To Win To Have Success”

Posted on December 13, 2023

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Andrew Wendowski

Bryan admitted that American Idol is a “discovery device,” adding that, “Kids come on to gain followers and sell who they are as an artist.”

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‘American Idol’ Alum HunterGirl Drops Deeply Personal New Single, “Ain’t About You”

Posted on August 17, 2023

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Melinda Lorge

Self-penned by the thought-provoking storyteller, “Ain’t About You” finds HunterGirl encouraging others to continue following their passions no matter how difficult the process might be.

Luke Bryan; Photo Courtesy of American Idol/ABC

True To Himself: Luke Bryan Admits He Doesn’t Put On A “Tough-Country-Guy Act” On ‘American Idol’

Posted on August 10, 2023

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Andrew Wendowski

“If you’d have told me I would have cried in front of millions of Americans…” he admitted.

Megan Danielle; Photo Courtesy of American Idol/ABC

‘American Idol’ Runner-Up Megan Danielle Talks Her Faith-Filled Journey: “I’ve Literally Prayed To Be Where I’m At Today”

Posted on August 2, 2023

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Andrew Wendowski

“I’m like, thank you, God ’cause I’ve literally prayed to be where I’m at today and I can’t thank him enough,” Danielle admitted.

Megan Danielle; Photo Courtesy of American Idol

The Next Chapter: Megan Danielle Opens Up About Life After ‘American Idol’

Posted on July 31, 2023

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Andrew Wendowski

The 21-year-old Christian singer recently caught up with Music Mayhem to share a glimpse into how her life has changed since the show. 

Noah Thompson; Photo Courtesy of YouTube

‘American Idol’ Winner Noah Thompson Brings “She Gets It From Me” To Life In New Music Video

Posted on July 31, 2023

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Andrew Wendowski

“She Gets It From Me” appears on his recently released EP, Middle Of God Knows Where.

Lionel Richie, Katy Perry, Luke Bryan; Photo Courtesy of American Idol ABC

Season 22 ‘American Idol’ Judges And Host Revealed

Posted on July 26, 2023

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Melinda Lorge

Luke Bryan, Katy Perry and Lionel Richie are set to return as judges on American Idol. Ryan Seacrest will also come back as the show’s host.

Chayce Beckham; Photo Courtesy of "23" Music Video/YouTube

WATCH: ‘American Idol’ Winner Chayce Beckham Unveils Emotion-Filled Music Video For Chart-Climbing Hit, “23”

Posted on July 18, 2023

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Ally Roden

“23” has become a fan-favorite and has earned more than 278 million on-demand streams, become RIAA-certified GOLD and has broken into the Top 30 at country radio.

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BREAKING: ‘American Idol’ Duo Kat & Alex Announce Breakup “Both Musically And Romantically”

Posted on July 18, 2023

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Andrew Wendowski

After 4 years of love and music, we have mutually decided to part ways both musically and romantically,” the duo shared in a statement.

Iam Tongi And Mom Lillie; Photo Courtesy of American Idol ABC

Iam Tongi Nearly Quit Music Before Winning ‘American Idol’: See How His Mom Saved His Music Career

Posted on July 15, 2023

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Melinda Lorge

“After my dad passed away, I didn’t want to do music anymore,” Tongi revealed.