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.

Simon Cowell for 'America's Got Talent' 2024, Carrie Underwood performs on 'Good Morning America'

Carrie Underwood Recalls Simon Cowell’s Correct Prediction About Her on ‘American Idol’

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

‘American Idol’ Just Released Its First Audition — The Season Hasn’t Even Premiered Yet

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‘American Idol’ Shares New Teaser Featuring Season 24 Contestants

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Carrie Underwood at the 'American Idol' Photocall

Carrie Underwood Trends Due to Alleged Abandoned Nightclub Sobriety Rules

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Jelly Roll on 'American Idol' Hawaii Week

Has Jelly Roll Finally Secured His Place on the ‘American Idol’ Judging Panel?

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Laine Hardy on the 'American Idol' Red Carpet

All The ‘American Idol’ Contestants Who Have Been Arrested

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All The ‘American Idol’ Contestants That Have Died

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Jelly Roll, Lionel Richie, Carrie Underwood, and Luke Bryan on 'American Idol' 2025

Is It Time for Luke Bryan, Lionel Richie to Be Replaced on ‘American Idol’?

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Carrie Underwood for 'American Idol' 2025

Why Fans Are Obsessed with Carrie Underwood on ‘American Idol’

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Jamal Roberts wins 'American Idol' 2025

Are ‘American Idol’ Winners Still the Biggest on the Planet?

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Lauren Alaina at the CMA Awards, Scotty McCreery at Grand Ole Opry 100

Lauren Alaina, Scotty McCreery Reunite Almost 15 Years After ‘American Idol’

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Simon Cowell Admits He’s No Longer in Contact with ‘American Idol’ Co-Star

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