Lionel Richie, Luke Bryan, Katy Perry & Ryan Seacrest; Photo Courtesy of 'American Idol'/Instagram

Luke Bryan, Katy Perry & Lionel Richie To Return As Judges On Season 20 Of ‘American Idol’

Posted on October 6, 2021

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Andrew Wendowski

Luke Bryan, Katy Perry and Lionel Richie are returning as judges on Season 20 of American Idol. The popular singing competition show and its judges revealed the exciting news on Wednesday (Oct. 6) via social media.  “Idol fans, filming is…

Lionel Richie; Photo Courtesy of CBS

WATCH: Lionel Richie Performs Kenny Rogers’ Iconic Hit “Lady,” Honoring The Late Country Legend

Posted on September 23, 2021

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Andrew Wendowski

In 1980, Kenny Rogers released one of his most iconic hits, “Lady.” What some people may not know is that music legend Lionel Richie is the man behind the song.  Richie wrote and produced the chart-topping hit, which went on…

Everything You Need To Know & How To Watch ‘Kenny Rogers: All In For The Gambler’ CBS Special

Posted on September 23, 2021

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Andrew Wendowski

Tonight, Dolly Parton, Chris Stapleton, Idina Menzel, Lady A, Lionel Richie, Little Big Town and Reba McEntire will honor the life and legacy of late country music legend, Kenny Rogers during a two-hour, concert special dubbed Kenny Rogers: All In For The Gambler. Filmed in 2017 at…

Chayce Beckham Accepts ARTAS Award On Behalf Of ‘American Idol’ Judges Luke Bryan, Katy Perry & Lionel Richie

Posted on July 9, 2021

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Andrew Wendowski

Chayce Beckham accepted an award on behalf American Idol judges Luke Bryan, Katy Perry and Lionel Richie.  The 2021 American Idol winner accepted the American Reality Television Award (ARTAS) for Outstanding Judging Panel in the name of Bryan, Perry and Richie,…

'American Idol' Winner Chayce Beckham; Photos Courtesy of ABC

Re-Live ‘American Idol’ Winner Chayce Beckham’s Crowning Moment & Finale Performances

Posted on May 24, 2021

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Andrew Wendowski

Chayce Beckham has been crowned the winner of 2021 American Idol! During the Idol finale on Sunday, May 23, the 24-year-old Idol winner and California native was given the task perform a song chosen by the judges, a hometown song…

Grace Kinstler, Willie Spence and Chayce Beckham; Photos Courtesy American Idol

Here’s A Full List Of Songs Being Performed During The 2021 ‘American Idol’ Season Finale

Posted on May 20, 2021

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Andrew Wendowski

American Idol‘s season finale is star-studded and you don’t want to miss these performances! The three-hour finale includes some of the hottest stars in music today, including Luke Combs, Alessia Cara, Chaka Khan, Fall Out Boy, Leona Lewis, Fleetwood Mac’s…

Luke Bryan, Caleb Kennedy and Lionel Richie; Photos Courtesy of ABC

Luke Bryan And Lionel Richie Speak Out On Caleb Kennedy’s Sudden Departure From ‘American Idol’

Posted on May 17, 2021

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Andrew Wendowski

American Idol judges Luke Bryan and Lionel Richie broke their silence on Idol contestant Caleb Kennedy’s departure, four days after a controversial video surfaced online. Following Sunday night’s semi-finals, Bryan and Richie shared that they are very emotional about Kennedy’s…

Watch Casey Bishop Perform Paramore Hit And “Wish You Were Here” Duet With Incubus’ Brandon Boyd

Posted on April 5, 2021

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Andrew Wendowski

ABC’s American Idol returned Monday evening (April 5) with an exciting second round of celebrity duets, featuring a number of superstar artists including Josh Groban, Tori Kelly, Jewel, Jason Aldean, Incubus’ Brandon Boyd and more. Incubus’ Brandon Boyd was on-hand to duet…

Lionel Richie; Photo Courtesy of CBS

Lionel Richie Pays Tribute To The Late Kenny Rogers With Performance Of ‘Lady’ During 2021 GRAMMYs

Posted on March 14, 2021

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Andrew Wendowski

Lionel Richie paid tribute to the late country icon Kenny Rogers during the 63rd annual GRAMMYs on Sunday, March 14. Richie brought a beautiful performance of Rogers’ song “Lady” to the GRAMMYs stage. The American Idol judge performed the hit…

Luke Bryan and 'American Idol' Contestant Wyatt Pike; Photos Courtesy of ABC

Luke Bryan Praises Wyatt Pike’s “Artistic Magic,” Saying His Idol Audition Is “Totally Unique” — WATCH

Posted on March 11, 2021

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Andrew Wendowski

Meet Wyatt Pike, a 19-year-old Utah native whose audition and original song really blew away American Idol judges: Luke Bryan, Katy Perry and Lionel Richie. The college student auditioned with a self-penned tribute to his sister Hazel called “Best For…