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When Do the 'American Idol' Live Shows Start?

"American Idol" is back, with the top aspiring musicians in the country vying for a chance to make it to the live shows after several preliminary rounds.

american idol - Newsweek
3:10am PST - February 28th, 2022

Why Has Bobby Bones Left 'American Idol' and Who Is Replacing Him?

"American Idol" Season 20 is losing its mentor, as Bobby Bones has been forced to leave his role on the popular ABC singing show.

american idol - Newsweek
3:00pm PST - February 27th, 2022

What Time 'American Idol' 2022 Starts, Who Are the Judges and How To Watch Season 20

"American Idol" is back for Season 20. Here's when you can see it, and who you will be seeing on the wildly popular ABC show.

american idol - Newsweek
10:00am PST - February 27th, 2022

Fame and fury: China's wildly different reactions to US-born Olympians

In the span of a week, three American-born athletes of Chinese descent have been thrust into the spotlight at the Beijing Winter Olympics -- to very different reactions in China.

american idol - CNN
6:18pm PST - February 11th, 2022

Aulani Resort Sets the Stage for ABC’s ‘American Idol’

Aloha music fans! We’re super excited to announce that ABC’s “American Idol” is returning to Aulani, A Disney Resort & Spa for its fifth season on ABC and 20th season overall. After earning their chance to become America’s next superstar in Hollywood, the top…

american idol - ABC News
10:00am PST - February 10th, 2022

Police: Ex-'American Idol' star took marijuana before crash

An arrest warrant states that marijuana was involved in a deadly South Carolina crash in which a former “American Idol” contestant has been charged with driving under the influence

american idol - Independent
6:57am PST - February 10th, 2022

Safety Third: Covid-19 and the American Character

Ultimately, safetyism is a radical form of self-regard, and un-American. The post Safety Third: Covid-19 and the American Character appeared first on The American Conservative.

american idol - The American Conservative
9:01pm PST - February 6th, 2022

QAnon Pastor Holds Book Burning at His Church

The Tennessee pastor has also spent the last few years as a COVID denier, anti-vaxxer, and QAnon enthusiast.

american idol - Vice News
8:35am PST - February 4th, 2022

The 6 Best New TV Shows Our Critic Watched in January 2022

From a serious and sometimes painful examination of Bill Cosby's legacy to a murder comedy that's pure pleasure, here are the six new series I couldn't stop watching

american idol - Time
4:00am PST - January 29th, 2022

This season of ‘American Idol’ was a close competition — until one very strategic move by the winner - The Washington Post

  1. This season of ‘American Idol’ was a close competition — until one very strategic move by the winner  The Washington Post
  2. And the winner of 'American Idol' Season 19 is…  Yahoo Entertainment
  3. Katy Perry BREAKS DOWN After Willie Spen…

    american idol - The Washington Post
    3:00am PDT - May 24th, 2021

'American Idol' crowns winner, judges react to Arthur Gunn not performing at finale

"American Idol" has crowned a winner. After the show, the judges reacted to Graham DeFranco giving a surprise duet with Sheryl Crow.

american idol - USA Today
11:14pm PDT - May 23rd, 2021

A Bunch of Anti-Vaxxers Just Burned a Giant Syringe in the Desert

Hundreds gathered in Utah to burn a symbolic needle labeled ‘MEDICAL TYRANNY.’

american idol - Vice News
3:13pm PDT - May 5th, 2021

ET Update: "American Idol" returning to television

"American Idol" is making a return to TV after ABC picked up a new season. "Entertainment Tonight" co-host Kevin Frazier shares all the details with CBSN and speculates whether the show will move to New York City and if Ryan Seacrest will host.

american idol - CBS News
2:31pm PDT - April 30th, 2021

Is Matthew McConaughey running for governor of Texas? Maybe. What we know about his interest in politics

What is Matthew McConaughey's political affiliation? Would people actually for vote him as Texas governor? Your questions, answered with what we know.

american idol - USA Today
11:16am PDT - April 28th, 2021

Walt Disney World Inspires ‘American Idol’ Contestants for Live ‘Disney Night’ Episode Sunday, May 2 on ABC

The “American Idol” top nine contestants found some inspiration at the Most Magical Place on Earth! Ahead of the show’s ‘Disney Night’ episode airing live on Sunday, May 2 on ABC, the contestants visited Walt Disney World Resort, taking in the theme parks, en…

american idol - ABC News
1:00pm PDT - April 27th, 2021

'American Idol' contestant Cecil Ray arrested for burglary days after elimination

Former "American Idol" contestant Cecil Ray was arrested Friday and charged with burglary of habitation, Rockdale Police Department in Texas said.

american idol - USA Today
3:44pm PDT - April 21st, 2021

‘American Idol’ is asking for controversy with its new twist — and that’s exactly the point - The Washington Post

  1. ‘American Idol’ is asking for controversy with its new twist — and that’s exactly the point  The Washington Post
  2. 'American Idol' fans protest 'silly and unfair' Comeback twist: 'Enormous insult'  Yahoo Entertainment
  3. 'American Idol'…

    american idol - The Washington Post
    3:00am PDT - April 20th, 2021

What American Idol has done for reality TV and music

American Idol took the public by storm in 2002 as a reality show and talent powerhouse. It also had a major impact on the music industry, discovering Kelly Clarkson and Carrie Underwood among other stars. Tonight is the American Idol finale, and CBSN's Vladim…

american idol - CBS News
5:12pm PDT - April 15th, 2021

Katharine McPhee talks new album, reflects on "Idol"

The star of CBS' "Scorpion" tells CBS News' Lauren Moraski about her upcoming "Hysteria" album and what "American Idol" means to her.

american idol - CBS News
11:33am PDT - April 7th, 2021

Behind Godzilla vs. Kong’s frenzied reference to the legendary anime Macross Plus

The “Itano Circus” technique makes several appearances in Adam Wingard’s epic Kaiju movie. Why that’s music to anime watchers’ ears requires a look at anime history, and how a team of artists, along with Cowboy Bebop director Shinichirō Watanabe, created a vi…

american idol - Polygon
7:15am PDT - April 7th, 2021

Dave Grohl: I'd never win "American Idol"

Foo Fighters frontman Dave Grohl says he'd never win "American Idol" and that's OK with him. Watch the clip to hear who else Grohl thinks doesn't stand a chance. Watch Anderson Cooper's report

American Idol crowns first ever 'at home' winner

Just Sam was alone in lockdown in California when she sang in the finale - and celebrated her win.

american idol - BBC News
3:16am PDT - May 18th, 2020

American Idol season finale recap: Your Season 18 winner is crowned

Plus, Lionel Richie brings back "We Are the World."

american idol - Entertainment Weekly
7:11pm PDT - May 17th, 2020

American Idol is shooting on iPhones amid stay at home orders

The COVID-19 pandemic has forced a lot of otherwise traditional industries to become creative and flexible in ways that might have seemed entirely out of the realm of possibility only a few months ago. With most of the county at home, social distancing, a num…

american idol - TechCrunch
1:55pm PDT - May 11th, 2020

James Corden taking break from 'Late Late Show' after 'minor' eye surgery

The late-night host revealed that he underwent a minor procedure, causing some delay in the production of "The Late Late Show with James Corden."

american idol - USA Today
6:30pm PDT - April 29th, 2020

This year's festival lineup will include Hawaii's first "American Idol" winner along with other acts like Steel Pulse and J Boog. https://t.co/StAe5Aj3B8

SFGATE (@SFGate)
4:17am PDT - July 26th, 2023
oh its very very bad for them. they are in shambles lmaosknskabs 

american idol, endless shoe ads, republican endorsements… https://t.co/kTURhN0J2g https://t.co/QncAOk7pzr

oh its very very bad for them. they are in shambles lmaosknskabs american idol, endless shoe ads, republican endorsements… https://t.co/kTURhN0J2g https://t.co/QncAOk7pzr

max (@sovereignswifts)
4:15am PDT - July 26th, 2023

RT @TasteOfCountry: BREAKING: Luke Bryan To Return To 'American Idol' https://t.co/n4FwxOfjtH

Tara (@tara_gh69)
4:15am PDT - July 26th, 2023

RT @statsperry: Katy Perry is about to rake in $185 MILLION just as a judge on American Idol. 2018: $25M 2019: $25M 2020: $25M 2021: $25M…

blackberry1234 (@Manzanaguapo)
4:09am PDT - July 26th, 2023

katycats became katy's fans bcs of her music and bcs she was a pop star. this era is long gone, now she's only an American Idol judge. i didn't sign up for this @katyperry

NatanPerry (@NatanIsGone)
4:08am PDT - July 26th, 2023

the fact that her life now only revolves around kpc, de soi, american idol, unsub records and her family. I’m done with you katy perry https://t.co/lGcne9qJkg

Katy Perry IL (@katyperry_IL)
3:57am PDT - July 26th, 2023

RT @WORLDMUSICAWARD: The very beautiful and hugely talented #ToriKelly was rushed to hospital after fainting in a restaurent last night, an…

1ive1ove1earn (@1ive1ove1earn)
3:31am PDT - July 26th, 2023

"Katy Perry will return to ‘American Idol’ for a seventh season." https://t.co/SqnAG6Zy1U

Katycats Worldwide (@KatyCatsWw)
3:30am PDT - July 26th, 2023
RT @PopBase: Katy Perry will return to ‘American Idol’ for a seventh season. https://t.co/jyOqxTyjdd

RT @PopBase: Katy Perry will return to ‘American Idol’ for a seventh season. https://t.co/jyOqxTyjdd

Dimitri (@witnessedbykaty)
3:25am PDT - July 26th, 2023

RT @AmericanIdol: Katy Perry, Luke Bryan, and Lionel Richie will return as American Idol judges along with host Ryan Seacrest for Season 7.…

Jerrie McCotter (@jerriemccotter)
3:15am PDT - July 26th, 2023
RT @PopBase: Katy Perry will return to ‘American Idol’ for a seventh season. https://t.co/jyOqxTyjdd

RT @PopBase: Katy Perry will return to ‘American Idol’ for a seventh season. https://t.co/jyOqxTyjdd

Diamond (@deymon20)
3:15am PDT - July 26th, 2023

RT @todaykatyp: .@DEADLINE reported that despite the rumors, Katy Perry will be returning for the next season of American Idol. https://t.c…

Camron Bye (@ByeCamron)
2:58am PDT - July 26th, 2023

RT @dianik_bg: Top 5 BEST Adam Lambert Live Performances on AGT and American Idol! https://t.co/r3yE1isIT2 via @YouTube

NataliGG (@NataliGG292082)
2:56am PDT - July 26th, 2023
RT @PopBase: Katy Perry will return to ‘American Idol’ for a seventh season. https://t.co/jyOqxTyjdd

RT @PopBase: Katy Perry will return to ‘American Idol’ for a seventh season. https://t.co/jyOqxTyjdd

AJ (@TheRealAJ203)
2:53am PDT - July 26th, 2023

mind you one attacked her fans the other is a judge on american idol. Dont compare katy to her https://t.co/E7QpOTzSFj

(@sokkasfave)
2:51am PDT - July 26th, 2023
FUN FACT: The POPSTAR @katyperry has more American Idol seasons than her number of studio album releases https://t.co/oKF2ziOaTh

FUN FACT: The POPSTAR @katyperry has more American Idol seasons than her number of studio album releases https://t.co/oKF2ziOaTh

STAELIKA (@STA3LIKA)
2:50am PDT - July 26th, 2023

RT @statsperry: Katy Perry is about to rake in $185 MILLION just as a judge on American Idol. 2018: $25M 2019: $25M 2020: $25M 2021: $25M…

lynn✨staytinyrose✨ (@Sanlix89)
2:45am PDT - July 26th, 2023

RT @WashingtonHoca: >American girl is interested in Japanese idol culture >joins an idol group >Hasan says it’s racist, his fans harass the…

Zwoogy (@ZW00GY)
10:41pm PDT - July 24th, 2023

RT @WashingtonHoca: >American girl is interested in Japanese idol culture >joins an idol group >Hasan says it’s racist, his fans harass the…

mar (@markrause_)
10:38pm PDT - July 24th, 2023

RT @WashingtonHoca: >American girl is interested in Japanese idol culture >joins an idol group >Hasan says it’s racist, his fans harass the…

XavierSF (@AxlGooner)
10:26pm PDT - July 24th, 2023

RT @WashingtonHoca: >American girl is interested in Japanese idol culture >joins an idol group >Hasan says it’s racist, his fans harass the…

Five Lut (@five_lut)
10:26pm PDT - July 24th, 2023

RT @WashingtonHoca: >American girl is interested in Japanese idol culture >joins an idol group >Hasan says it’s racist, his fans harass the…

Kino Givi (@Synth_Kim)
10:20pm PDT - July 24th, 2023

RT @TheSunUS: Katy Perry fans break down in ‘tears’ over American Idol judge’s ‘sad’ career news after they think she dropped ‘hint’ https…

Aguas Azul Turquesa (@SolBorinquen)
10:12pm PDT - July 24th, 2023

RT @WashingtonHoca: >American girl is interested in Japanese idol culture >joins an idol group >Hasan says it’s racist, his fans harass the…

Sad Boy Ray Ray (@Raymond__Leal)
10:11pm PDT - July 24th, 2023

RT @7NewsSydney: Former American Idol star and Grammy-winning singer @torikelly has been rushed to hospital after reportedly collapsing ove…

THE GAY BRIGADE ➐ (@thegaybrigades)
10:11pm PDT - July 24th, 2023

RT @WashingtonHoca: >American girl is interested in Japanese idol culture >joins an idol group >Hasan says it’s racist, his fans harass the…

Desert Druid Chico Blayne (@deepcrasus)
10:01pm PDT - July 24th, 2023

Katy Perry fans break down in ‘tears’ over American Idol judge’s ‘sad’ career news after they think she dropped ‘hint’ https://t.co/LaeTPnvfzd

The US Sun (@TheSunUS)
10:00pm PDT - July 24th, 2023
RT @onikapins: Nicki Minaj for American Idol (2013). https://t.co/y3DcYA7QFS

RT @onikapins: Nicki Minaj for American Idol (2013). https://t.co/y3DcYA7QFS

SUPER FREAKY GIRL (@MellaHarper)
9:58pm PDT - July 24th, 2023

RT @WashingtonHoca: >American girl is interested in Japanese idol culture >joins an idol group >Hasan says it’s racist, his fans harass the…

BlueBlock (@BlueBlock17)
9:52pm PDT - July 24th, 2023

Former American Idol star and Grammy-winning singer @torikelly has been rushed to hospital after reportedly collapsing over dinner at a restaurant in Los Angeles. #7NEWS https://t.co/bHcykuaqTU

7NEWS Sydney (@7NewsSydney)
9:52pm PDT - July 24th, 2023

RT @WashingtonHoca: >American girl is interested in Japanese idol culture >joins an idol group >Hasan says it’s racist, his fans harass the…

Man without fear (@Coolguy11233)
9:50pm PDT - July 24th, 2023

RT @WashingtonHoca: >American girl is interested in Japanese idol culture >joins an idol group >Hasan says it’s racist, his fans harass the…

莉子 (@raniiko)
9:48pm PDT - July 24th, 2023

When American Idol Star 'Realized Satan Was Real', He Left the Occult and Followed Jesus Instead https://t.co/tMBMVma0Xl

neil richard glanville (@nrglanville)
9:31pm PDT - July 24th, 2023

RT @WashingtonHoca: >American girl is interested in Japanese idol culture >joins an idol group >Hasan says it’s racist, his fans harass the…

Tomczi (@tomczi38)
9:26pm PDT - July 24th, 2023

RT @WashingtonHoca: >American girl is interested in Japanese idol culture >joins an idol group >Hasan says it’s racist, his fans harass the…

checkemcharles (@CheckemCharles)
9:23pm PDT - July 24th, 2023

RT @WashingtonHoca: >American girl is interested in Japanese idol culture >joins an idol group >Hasan says it’s racist, his fans harass the…

Negative (@NegativeSymptom)
9:20pm PDT - July 24th, 2023

RT @WashingtonHoca: >American girl is interested in Japanese idol culture >joins an idol group >Hasan says it’s racist, his fans harass the…

Richard Slammer (@rickslamu22NJ)
9:18pm PDT - July 24th, 2023

RT @worldcafelive: #tbt to the last time American Idol rocker @thedavidcook graced our stage almost a year ago. Can’t wait to welcome him b…

Sothia Chhoeum (@sothiachhoeum2)
9:12pm PDT - July 24th, 2023
RT @onikapins: Nicki Minaj for American Idol (2013). https://t.co/y3DcYA7QFS

RT @onikapins: Nicki Minaj for American Idol (2013). https://t.co/y3DcYA7QFS

wrdc (@_blue_koolaid)
9:10pm PDT - July 24th, 2023
Our final cancer evolution speaker at #SMBE2023 is @ATJCagan on laser catapulting, somatic cartography, why whales exist, and what we can learn from American Idol https://t.co/LEwz1JMFm0

Our final cancer evolution speaker at #SMBE2023 is @ATJCagan on laser catapulting, somatic cartography, why whales exist, and what we can learn from American Idol https://t.co/LEwz1JMFm0

Rob Noble (@robjohnnoble)
3:06am PDT - July 24th, 2023