We Have a Winner!
The 10th season of American Idol came to a sensational conclusion tonight as Scotty McCreery was crowned the winner during the live two-hour season finale on FOX. Scotty, 17, from Garner, NC, emerged as America's choice following last night's record-shattering vote, which totaled over 122 million - the highest number in the show's history.
Scotty capped his coronation on Wednesday's finale by singing "I Love You This Big," which is available for download exclusively on AmericanIdol.com and iTune...
Highest Votes in Show’s History
A record-breaking 122.4 million votes were cast following last night's American Idol performance show - the highest number of votes in the show's history! This incredible show of support for finalistsLauren Alaina and Scotty McCreery brings the total votes cast during Season 10 to over 730 million - the most of any season - and the grand total of votes cast since Season 1 of Idol to nearly 4.8 billion!
Tune in tonight, Wednesday, May 25 at 8/7c, to find out who will be crowned the next America...
Tonight: Last Chance to Vote this Season
Tonight is your last chance to vote for the Season 10 American Idol. Have your say in who should be crowned America's 10th Idol. Immediately following tonight's Top 2 performance show (show starts at 8/7c on FOX), voting lines will be open for you to call, text, and vote online.
In a record-breaking season of voting highs, let's see if we can break one last record tonight!
While you are waiting for Lauren Alaina and Scotty McCreery to take the stage, watch their past Season 10 performances.
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Memorable Auditions and the Road To Hollywood
Take a trip back to where Season 10 began with these memorable auditions including James Durbin, Chris Medina, and lovebirds Jacqueline and Nick. All memorable auditions will be removed from AmericanIdol.com after Season 10 is over, so click here and watch 'em before they're gone!
And while you're at it, watch Lauren Alaina and Scotty McCreery's first interview for AmericanIdol.com, "Road To Hollywood."
Lauren's first American Idol interview
Scotty's first American Idol interview
They've come ...
Haley Reinhart’s Idol Ride
American Idol Season 10's second runner-up, Haley Reinhart, opened up about her Idol experience and her plans moving forward on a press call, the morning after her elimination. She talked about singing with her father, the tour, her future album, and more.
On Wednesday's performance show, Haley got the rare opportunity to perform with her father, who backed her up on the electric guitar. Haley describes getting to perform with her family in Chicago and with her dad on stage: "That was amazing. M...
Viewing Party Recipes
The American Idol Season 10 finale is Tuesday, May 24th and Wednesday, May 25th at 8/7c on FOX. Are you throwing a finale party? We can help you out with these scrumptious recipes.
Check out the Season 10 Viewing Party site.
On the menu: Spicy Buffalo Wings, Club Quesadillas, Classic Cocktail Meatballs, and more.
Share your recipes and get new recipes from Idol fans. Join the Foodie Forum.
Cooking Corner: watch demonstrations and cook along to make Jalapeo Poppers, Sundried Tomato & Artich...
Simon Fuller Receives Star on Walk of Fame
Today, Simon Fuller received the 2,441st star on the Hollywood Walk of Fame in the category of Television. Simon is one of the most dynamic and influential forces at work in the entertainment business today. With a 25-year career marked by innovation and No.1 hits in TV, film, music, sport and fashion, Fuller has accumulated a formidable reputation for his work with the most successful girl group of all time (Spice Girls), dreaming up the world's biggest TV franchise (American Idol) and developi...
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