American Idol

A singing competition where participants compete to impress the American public and judges – Carrie Underwood, Luke Bryan, and Lionel Richie to win a recording contract.

Sheldon Riley on 'American Idol's Hawaii Week

‘American Idol’ Contestant Sheldon Riley Has a Long History on Talent Shows

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Carrie Underwood on 'American Idol' Hollywood Week 2026

Carrie Underwood Responds to Fans Booing Her During ‘American Idol’ Hollywood Week

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'American Idol' 2026 Hollywood Week

‘American Idol’ Recap: Hollywood Week Continues, Who Made It Into the Top 30?

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'American Idol' 2026 Hollywood Week

‘American Idol’ Hollywood Week Tops ‘The Voice’ Premiere in the Ratings

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Hannah Harper on "American Idol" 2026

‘American Idol’ Recap: Hollywood Week Kicks Off with a Cliffhanger

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Carrie Underwood on 'American Idol' 2026

Fans Slam Carrie Underwood’s ‘American Idol’ X Post Over Politics

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Chris Tungseth on "American Idol"

‘American Idol’ Recap: Season 24 Auditions Come to an End

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David Archuleta at Project Angel Food's 4th Annual "Lead With Love" Fundraiser

David Archuleta Shares Why ‘American Idol’ Was a ‘Miserable Experience’ for Him

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Luke Bryan, Ryan Seacrest, Carrie Underwood, and Lionel Richie on 'American Idol' 2026

‘American Idol’ Showrunner Teases Changes to the Show This Season

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"American Idol" 2026 judges with Madison Moon

‘American Idol’ Recap: The Judges Are Divided as Auditions Continue

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Lionel Richie, Carrie Underwood, and Luke Bryan on 'American Idol' 2026

‘American Idol’ to Stream Live on Disney+ Later This Season

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Carrie Underwood for 'American Idol'

Carrie Underwood Had Three Demands Before Returning to ‘American Idol’

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