Ryan Seacrest Will Return As Idol Host
Emmy Award-nominated Ryan Seacrest will continue as host of American Idol, broadcast television's No. 1 show. Seacrest has served as host of American Idol since its debut on June 11, 2002.Over the past decade, he has guided the Idol contestants and judges through each season's incredible journey, from the first tickets to Hollywood to every star-studded finale.Seacrest has introduced every guest performer, played referee with the judges and was the first to announce and congratulate each of the ...
Remembering Dick Clark
This week the nation mourns the passing of one of its most beloved television personalities, Dick Clark. The "American Bandstand" creator and longtime host of "Dick Clark's New Year's Rockin' Eve" passed away on April 18 at age 82.
Clark championed many entertainment ventures over the course of his life, but "American Bandstand" put him on the map and cemented his place in music history as the man who paved the way for the rise of pop music. The show first aired nationally on August 5, 1957, wit...
Did You Notice the History of the Save?
It's an event that has only happened 4 times in American Idol history - the judges' save! On Thursday, April 12th the judges saved Jessica Sanchez from elimination, but did you notice a Jennifer Hudson coincidence?
Season 3 superstar Jennifer Hudson has been a guest performer on American Idol three times. EACH of those three times that she was at the show, the judges used the save: Season 8 Top 7 (Matt Giraud), Season 10 Top 11 (Casey Abrams), and Season 11 Top 7 (Jessica Sanchez). The other sav...
Idol Alumni Celebrate Music’s Biggest Night
The 54th Annual Grammy Awards showcased the out-of-this world talent with performances by Kelly Clarkson, Carrie Underwood, and Jennifer Hudson and an introduction from Ryan Seacrest, but even more Idol alumni were present at the Grammy-related events.
Carrie Underwood, who was nominated for Best Country Solo Performance and performed "It Had To Be You" with Tony Bennett at the Grammys, celebrated with Steven Tyler at the Sony Music Group Grammy Reception at Cecconi's in West Hollywood. She also...
Idol Alumni Shine During Grammy Awards
Some of the biggest names from American Idol shined on stage live at the 54th Annual Grammy Awards from the Staples Center in downtown Los Angeles, and boy did they make us proud!
Kelly Clarkson's duet with Jason Aldean was introduced by Kelly's idol, Reba McEntire. Kelly and Jason sang their hit song, "Don't You Wanna Stay," which earned them a nomination at this year's awards for "Best Country Duo/Group Performance." Looking great in a black low-cut dress, Kelly also sported a giant ring on he...
Carrie Underwood to Perform and Ryan Seacrest to Present at Grammys
It was announced today that Season 4 American Idol Carrie Underwood will perform with Tony Bennett at the 54th Annual Grammy Awards on Sunday, February 12. Five-time Grammy winner Carrie is nominated for Best Country Solo Performance for "Mama's Song." Fourteen-time Grammy Winner and Recording Academy Lifetime Achievement Award recipient Tony Bennett has two nods: Best Pop Duo/Group Performance for "Body And Soul" (with Amy Winehouse), and Best Traditional Pop Album for Duets II (with Various...
Special Episode Airs Sunday After The NFC Championship Game On FOX!
Auditions continue Sunday in San Diego with a special, extended primetime broadcast of AMERICAN IDOL Sunday, Jan. 22 (10:00-11:00 PM ET/7:00-8:00 PM PT), following the NFC Championship Game on FOX. Join Ryan Seacrest and our judges, along with thousands of Idol hopefuls at the U.S.S. Midway air craft carrier in San Diego! Will the talent be as grand as the setting? Watch to find out.
Check out AmericanIdol.com the day after the show to see interviews with golden ticket holders, revisit memorab...
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