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American Idol

Clay Aiken returns to 'American Idol' stage for season finale

  • May 11
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Final 3 advance on 'American Idol' after double elimination

  • May 5
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'American Idol' reveals Top 5 after Taylor Swift Night

  • Apr 28
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'American Idol' reveals Top 7 after Disney Night performances

  • Apr 21

Danielle Fishel hosts new 'American Idol Official Podcast'

  • Apr 15

'American Idol' down to Top Nine after double elimination

  • Apr 14

'American Idol' reveals Top 11 after vote delay, '90s Night

  • Apr 7

'American Idol' judge Luke Bryan makes wishes come true again

  • Apr 6

Latest Videos

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Jordan McCullough reacts to "American Idol" fans showing him love!

  • Jun 5
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"American Idol" alum Clay Aiken offers advice to the contestants for life after the hit show

  • May 11
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"American Idol" winner Hannah Harper attributes her win to the runner-up!

  • May 11
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Here's what Ryan Seacrest and the "American Idol" judges had to say about the winner

  • May 11
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Tori Kelly on how motherhood has influenced her songwriting

  • May 11
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Alicia Keys celebrates a career milestone live on "American Idol"

  • May 11
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Mötley Crüe on performing with Carrie Underwood during "Idol" finale

  • May 11
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Clay Aiken returns to 'American Idol' stage for season finale

  • May 11

Latest Stories

EXCLUSIVE: 'American Idol' introduces new round filmed at a tropical Disney destination!

"American Idol" introduces the 'Ohana Round, where the top 30 contestants perform in a more intimate setting with influencers and loved ones.

  • Mar 9

Former 'American Idol' contestant charged with murder, staging crime scene in wife's slaying in Ohio

In a 911 call, Caleb Flynn said someone broke into his home and killed his wife. He says she was shot multiple times in the head and he doesn't know whether the intruder was still there.

  • Feb 22
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EXCLUSIVE: 15-year-old Haitian singer pays homage to her culture during 'American Idol' audition

"15 going on 72." This young performer gives a soulful performance during her "American Idol" audition.

  • Feb 12

NC natives hope to sing their way to be the next American Idol winner

Ricky Boyce, from Goldsboro and Jayson Arendt, from Fuquay-Varina, are hoping to be the next American Idol winner.

  • Jan 26

American Idol returns for season 24 with new American Idol University twist

Get ready to sing your heart out because American Idol is back for its 24th season.

  • Jan 23