Do American Idol contestants get paid? Yes and no. Per previous contestant Margie Mays, who competed in Seasons 17 and 18, ...

Back in 2006, an 11-year-old Sanchez debuted as a wild card entry and captivated the judges with her powerful rendition of 'I Surrender'.

Richmond is home to art culture and art history, from visual art to historic paintings to modern street murals — and then ...

American Idol's Carrie Underwood has been getting blamed for problems that already existed on the show, but there are several ...

Carrie Underwood opened the “Rock & Roll Hall of Fame” episode of American Idol with a performance of Heart’s “Alone,” which was a pre-tape because moments later when she took her spot ...

While fans waited for what seemed like years for the new season of American Idol, season 23 appeared to fly by as Carrie Underwood made her return as a judge. Finding a perfect balance with fellow ...

"American Idol" will go from the Top 14 to the Top 12 on Sunday, April 27. James Taylor will provide guidance to contestants as a guest mentor alongside artist-in-residence Jelly Roll. The ...

The search for the next "American Idol" will continue this Sunday. The singing show's judges and fans have been steadily whittling down the competition, leaving the Top 14 contestants to scramble ...

Carrie Underwood might not return as an American Idol judge after Season 23 ... Viewers have criticized her for participating in contestant auditions too often or for her appearance on the ...

this season’s auditions set the stage for an unforgettable batch of live shows. NO. 1: CARRIE UNDERWOOD LEFT IN TEARS DURING MOM’S 'AMERICAN IDOL' AUDITION NO. 2: BRIAN LITTRELL CRIES OVER SON ...

Jessalynne Hull, a recent college graduate, auditioned for American Idol after a varied career path including teaching, being an au pair, and working as a nanny and waitress. Hull's passion for music ...