American Idol

'American Idol' contestant Sam Finelli, 28, got many fans talking about the singing competition's age limit. What is the age range for auditions?

After using music to cope with bullying during his childhood, 28-year-old Sam Finelli wanted to audition for 'American Idol' before he aged out.

'American Idol' Season 20 Episode 3 premiered on March 13. A gospel singer brought Lionel Richie to tears.

Here is the release schedule for 'American Idol' Season 20 and the times of new episodes.

'American Idol' contestant Cadence Baker spoke about her famous grandfather, Gary Baker, who wrote the hit song "I Swear." Here's what to know about him.

Aretha Franklin's grandaughter, Grace, auditioned for 'American Idol' Season 20 but didn't make it through. Looking back on her performance, she understands why.

Kelsie Dolin tugged at the heartstrings of 'American Idol' viewers everywhere with her touching story and surprisingly powerful voice.

'American Idol' contestant Kenedi Anderson wowed the judges with her audition, and wowed many sports fans with a mention of her famous dad.

American Idol judge Lionel Richie has become great friends with Katy Perry and Luke Brian. He says they have built a strong trust.

Are Gabby Barrett and Carrie Underwood friends? The country singers both appeared on 'American Idol,' and have a lot of similarities.

American Idol will debut its 20th season on television at the end of February 2022, which judges will be returning for this milestone?

Clay Aiken's net worth today makes him among the most wealthy 'American Idol' contestants who never actually won the singing competition. Learn more here.

Jennifer Lopez hosted 'American Idol' for two seasons, and in that time was able to reveal another side to her fans that many connected with. However, even though Lopez looks back at her time on the show fondly, in the beginning there were plenty who thought hosting 'American Idol' would be a huge mistake for the star.

Christina Aguilera co-wrote a hit song with an 'American Idol' judge for one of her albums. The music and visuals of the 1920s, 1930s, and 1940s inspired the album. Both the song and the album became huge hits in the United States and the United Kingdom.

One of the Eurythmics and a future 'American Idol' judge wrote songs for a band with a fake backstory. The band was supposed to be from the 1970s but it was from the 2000s. Celine Dion covered one of those songs. The song became a hit in the United States and the United Kingdom.

American Idol alum Constantine Maroulis revealed that he has 'insane chemistry' with Luann de Lesseps from 'The Real Housewives of New York City.' He loves her cabaret and said Ramona Singer was supposed to use one of his songs during this season of the show. He was also supposed to appear on the season.

Former 'American Idol' contestant Claudia Conway shared a very personal update about her relationship with her mother, Kellyanne.

Fantasia won the third season of 'American Idol' and has become a name in the music world. She's released many R&B songs and albums over the years, perhaps because she's related to some famous R&B singers herself

'American Idol' has had some of the biggest names in entertainment sit behind the judges' table over the years. Luke Bryan, Katy Perry, and Lionel Richie have been a part of ABC's 'American Idol' for several years now. Which superstar singer has the highest net worth in 2021?

'American Idol' has had plenty of twists and turns over the years, but season 19 upped the stakes by bringing back past contestants from season 18 such as runner-up Arthur Gunn. Gunn was set to perform with Sheryl Crow but bailed out at the last minute. Now another 'Idol' contestant revealed the truth behind Gunn's no-show