American Idol

Carrie Underwood rose to fame after winning "American Idol" in 2005, but she almost quit the show midway through the season

Find out what 'American Idol' alum William Hung has been doing since his viral fame.

'American Idol' host Ryan Seacrest and 'The Bachelor' host Chris Harrison have both been very successful in their careers. So, who has the higher net worth?

Jennifer Lopez joined American Idol as a judge in 2011. Here’s what J.Lo revealed about the season 10 finale performance with Marc Anthony and why it was a sacrifice for her. Jennifer Lopez says she didn’t want to give up on her marriage In her book True Love, Lopez says she and Anthony had been …

The staff of 'American Idol' wasn't all that impressed with Carrie Underwood at first. Find out what she did that changed their impression.

Jennifer Lopez delighted fans as one of the American Idol judges. Here’s what Steven Spielberg said about the show that made Lopez’s day. Jennifer Lopez panicked about appearing on ‘American Idol’ In her book True Love, Lopez says she panicked the night before she was supposed to appear as a judge on American Idol. She …

Jennifer Lopez became an American Idol judge in 2011. Here’s what she once said about meeting co-judge Steven Tyler. Jennifer Lopez said Steven Tyler told her he was ‘enamored’ with her Lopez says Tyler couldn’t help but fawn over her. The Aerosmith singer wasn’t shy about expressing his love for the star. He freely complimented …

The legendary Patti LaBelle has had a career that has spanned 60 years and she's not afraid to speak her mind. In fact, she once shaded 'American Idol'

Find out how 'American Idol' fans' comments caused singer Carrie Underwood to take action.

Singer Kelly Clarkson rose to prominence as the winner of 'American Idol' Season 1. Learn why many feel she hasn't changed much since 2002.

Here's everything you need to know about country music star Carrie Underwood's new Apple Radio show.

Melanie Martinez and an American idol judge collaborated on a song that was inspired by Martinez's love of 1960s music.

A song Katy Perry wrote for herself eventually became a hit for Kelly Clarkson. How did Perry feel about this development?

Jennifer Lopez went on her “Dance Again” tour in 2012. Here’s what the former American Idol judge said about the psychic who helped her make her decision to go on her first world tour. Jennifer Lopez tried to plan a world tour four times Lopez tried many times to plan a tour. However, she would …

Carrie Underwood is a successful singer and entrepreneur. She’s the picture of confidence when she’s performing. However, Underwood almost didn’t get where she is today. Here’s why she was close to backing out of American Idol auditions and why she cried before her trip to Hollywood. Carrie Underwood almost gave up on her dream of …

Katy Perry suggests she does not actually make $25 million on 'American Idol' despite reports, although she certainly works hard enough for it.

Frenchie Davis was eliminated from 'American Idol' for topless photos. She claimed racism and cites Gabrielle Union's lawsuit against Simon Cowell as an example.

Simon Cowell has found incredible success juggling a ton of careers in the entertainment industry, and he has an astounding net worth to prove it.

Lionel Richie has penned many hit songs. When it comes to the 1983 dance anthem, “All Night Long,” he has a pretty funny story about how he wrote the hook.

Musician Lionel Richie revealed the story behind one hit record that was so 'disgusting' that his grandmother had to take a break from going to church.