LOS ANGELES (KABC) -- The eight finalists on "American Idol" paid tribute to one of the world's most iconic rock and roll bands, Queen, on Sunday's episode. The show opened with the eight finalists ...

Ever since Carrie first appeared on American Idol in 2005, she's been known as America's Sweetheart, with a reputation for ...

LOS ANGELES (KABC) -- The "American Idol" top six each had two chances to wow America this week, as we inch closer to the May 19 finale. Each contestant performed what was deemed a "showstopper" song; ...

HOLLYWOOD -- We were told three "American Idol" hopefuls would be going home on Monday night, but of course, there was an Idol twist. The judges were able to save one of the bottom three performers: ...

Carrie Underwood, Luke Bryan and Lionel Richie will return as “American Idol” judges in the singing competition’s 24th season, coming to ABC and Hulu in 2026. This particular trio debuted in this year ...

Simon Cowell earned a reputation as TV’s “Mr. Nasty” after American Idol made him a global star. However, the music mogul isn’t too pleased with his reputation. The former Idol and X Factor judge, 66, ...

American Idol is keeping its heavy country music crew for 2026: Luke Bryan and Carrie Underwood are both returning to the judges table when the reality singing competition returns next spring. The ...

It’s been more than five years since Samantha Diaz, who goes by the stage name Just Sam, won Season 18 of American Idol. Their season aired at the height of the COVID-19 pandemic, so Sam’s live ...

The semifinalist and fan favorite opens up about his season 12 journey and opinionated judge Nicki Minaj. "I thought of all people she would understand where I was coming from," he says. By Michele ...

Simon Cowell has apologized to early years American Idol contestants for “being a dick.” The music impresario and talent show judge said he was “not proud” of the way he insulted competitors on the ...