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‘American Idol’ 2012: 11 Things We Don’t Want To See This Season… Or Ever Again
Wed Jan 11 2012 by Becky Bain
American Idol's 11th season (yes, this show has been on the air for more than a decade) begins on January 18, but instead of being excited for the stuff we can't wait to see — the backstabbing drama during Hollywood week, Steven Tyler's charming incoherency, Jennifer Lopez's flawlessness when it comes to choosing an outfit — we're focusing on the stuff we hope to never see or hear ever again. Jump below for our Top 11. More »
‘American Idol’ Is Wasting No Time Promoting Season 11
Mon Oct 24 2011 by Becky Bain
American Idol's eleventh season doesn't premiere until January 22, 2012, but it's never too early to start reminding audiences that their unquenchable thirst for singing reality competition shows can be satiated with the return of America's favorite one. (At least according to ratings — Idol still towers The Voice and The X Factor, though it will be interesting to see how much The Voice sinks or skyrockets during its second season.) Check out all three judges, as well as a suited-up Ryan Seacrest, glow in the show's new promo below. More »
American Idols Live!: The Top 11 Hit L.A.’s Nokia Theater
Sat Jul 16 2011 by Idolator Staff
After a couple of lackluster seasons, American Idol caught fire again this year. New judges and a lowered age requirement resulted in the best bunch of talent to come along since... well, that's up for debate. (We say since Adam Lambert took the stage during Season 8, but we're sure you've got your own favorites.) Last night the American Idols Live! tour rolled into Los Angeles, and we couldn't resist heading over to the Nokia Theater to see the Top 11 strut their stuff. Some received much more attention that others (hello, Pia!) but every Idol had their personal time to shine. More »
Jennifer Lopez Returning To ‘American Idol’
Sun Jul 10 2011 by Idolator Staff
Well, that's a relief! "On The Floor" singer Jennifer Lopez is days away from confirming that yes, she will be returning to American Idol for Season 11, E! News reports. JLo will again join fellow judges Randy Jackson and Steven Tyler, who both re-signed with the reality competition last month. "I had an amazing time doing it and I loved it," Lopez has said of her experience on the show. So what the heck took her so long to come back?
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Jennifer Lopez Not Sure If She’s Returning To ‘Idol’ — So Who Should Replace Her?
Wed Jun 15 2011 by Becky Bain
Jennifer Lopez has endeared herself to the public like no one could have predicted during her year as judge on American Idol - but one year with La Lopez is all we may end up getting. The "On The Floor" singer has said she doesn't know if she'll return for Season 11, adding, "I haven't been forced to make a decision and I'm glad about that because honestly I'm very on the fence about it."
We're fairly certain this is her way of negotiating with Fox for more money, but just in case Jenny picks the side of the fence without Coca-Cola cups, we've got some suggestions for her replacement. Jump below to check out our Top 5 list of female singers of similar stature who we think would be perfect to slip into J-Lo's spot. More »
We're fairly certain this is her way of negotiating with Fox for more money, but just in case Jenny picks the side of the fence without Coca-Cola cups, we've got some suggestions for her replacement. Jump below to check out our Top 5 list of female singers of similar stature who we think would be perfect to slip into J-Lo's spot. More »
Kris Allen, David Archuleta And More ‘American Idol’ Alumni Reunite For ‘THR’
Thu Jun 9 2011 by Becky Bain
Though most people dread their high school reunions, the American Idol reunion hosted by The Hollywood Reporter seems like it'd be a party not to miss. The entertainment mag managed to get 29 Idol alumni, split from across all ten seasons, into one room for a class photo. Season 10 faves Pia Toscano and Casey Abrams were in attendance, as was Kris Allen, the only former winner to make it to the reunion. Jump below to watch the alumni talk about their time on the show, what they've been doing since, and their thoughts on the new, nice judges. More »
Haley Reinhart’s Original Song Got Booted Because Of Bono And Spider-Man
Wed Jun 1 2011 by Becky Bain
Poor Haley Reinhart! First, the fan favorite gets voted off American Idol right before the finals, then she gets mercilessly teased with the possibility of filling in for a laryngitis-stricken Lauren Alaina, and to top it off, her original song was shelved at the last minute due to the inclusion of Bono, The Edge and Reeve Carney's performance of "Rise Above" from the Spider-Man musical. "That was going to happen," she tells The Hollywood Reporter about debuting her original tune on the finale. "And then Bono came in and it was taken away." More »
Rodney Jerkins Producing Songs For Scotty McCreery, Lauren Alaina And Pia Toscano
Fri May 27 2011 by Becky Bain
Scotty McCreery and Lauren Alaina's kiss during the American Idol finale won't be the hottest thing to come out of Season 10. Producer Rodney "Darkchild" Jerkins (the man behind Lady Gaga's "Telephone", Destiny's Child's "Say My Name" and literally dozens more hit songs) has been given the task of writing and producing songs for Scotty McCreery, Lauren Alaina and "Miss Most Shocking Eliminated Contestant" Pia Toscano. More »
Former Idols Tweet Their Reactions To The ‘American Idol’ Finale
Thu May 26 2011 by Erika Brooks Adickman
Whether they were watching from the comfort of their couch or took the walk down the red carpet inside the Nokia Theater to watch it live, many of the ghosts of Idol past (and a few from the present, too) shared their thoughts on last night's finale. Check out Twitter reactions from Adam Lambert, Pia Toscano, David Cook and more after the jump — plus, you won't believe which hip-hop star wants to work with Season 10 champion Scotty McCreery.
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‘American Idol’ Finale: We Judge The Performances
Thu May 26 2011 by Becky Bain
Okay, so most of our predictions for American Idol Season 10 didn't end up happening, but we can't say we're that upset with country crooner Scotty McCreery being crowned champ. Besides seeing the 17-year old being rubbed by all his fellow Idols (and smooched on the cheek by runner-up Lauren Alaina), last night's finale was really about the high-profile performances. And since we have nothing else to judge or critique as the season is over and done with, let's rate the performances from best to worst... and weirdest. More »
