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Published on May 15, 2025

Is it a sign? What Louisiana 'American Idol' finalist John Foster found at the LA airport today

John Foster's plane has landed. The "American Idol" top 3 finalist from Addis, who came home to a hero's welcome in Louisiana on Wednesday, is safely in Hollywood now to prepare for Sunday's "Idol" grand finale, where he …

Source: The Advocate - Louisiana - Neutral
Published on May 15, 2025

American Idol ratings soar to over 5m viewers despite fans’ demands Carrie Underwood be fired from show

AMERICAN Idol ratings have soared to over 5 million viewers despite fans demanding Carrie Underwood be fired from the series. Carrie, 42, replaced Katy Perry as a judge on American Idol this season, as she joined Lionel Richie and Luke Bryan. 4 American …

Source: The U.S. Sun - Right-wing
Published on May 15, 2025

Why Dolly Parton Keeps Saying No to ‘The Voice’ and ‘American Idol’

The longer shows like American Idol and The Voice go on, the longer the list of potential judges and coaches who have turned down the opportunity grows. Many of the big-name stars have their reasons for passing on the chance to sit in the infamous chairs. …

Source: Collider - Neutral
Published on May 15, 2025

'Sick of Hollywood’: Why Josh King Pushed To Save Mattie Pruitt On American Idol

Season 23 of American Idol has showcased several remarkable singers that have left a lasting impression on viewers. One standout was 24-year-old airport pianist Josh King, who wowed both the judges and America. Hailing from Charlotte, North Carolina, Josh …

Source: TheThings - Pending
Published on May 15, 2025

Meet contemporary Christian singer Lauren Daigle: the Louisiana native was rejected by American Idol but performed at ...

This February, the Super Bowl saw the Philadelphia Eagles crush the Kansas City Chiefs at the New Orleans Caesars Superdome. No doubt Taylor Swift, who’s dating Chiefs’ tight end Travis Kelce, was disappointed. But alongside the game, fans were treated to …

Source: South China Morning Post - Indeterminate
Published on May 15, 2025

Review: What has happened to 'American Idol'?

What happened to “American Idol”? On Sunday’s Disney night, the judges were falling over each other trying to come up with ways to praise mediocre talents. When the series started (more than 20 years ago), Simon Cowell wasn’t afraid to tell them they weren …

Source: WISC Channel 3000 - Wisconsin - Neutral
Published on May 15, 2025

When Is the ‘American Idol’ 2025 Finale? Date, Performers & Everything Else to Know

The finale will not only feature performances from the Top 3 singers, but there will also be plenty of guests in the building to take the stage. Plus, the judges even have something special in store for the audience and viewers. So, when is this all going …

Source: The Messenger - Kentucky - Pending
Published on May 15, 2025

How to vote for MS teacher Jamal Roberts on American Idol 2025 finale

Source: Hattiesburg American - Mississippi - Pending
Published on May 15, 2025

Here are 5 things to know about 'American Idol's' John Foster

With his smooth and soulful voice, Louisiana's John Foster has made it into the finale of "American Idol," which will air live from 7 p.m. to 10 p.m. Sunday on ABC. From his small-town roots in Addis to the national stage, Foster’s journey …

Source: Nola - Louisiana - Neutral
Published on May 15, 2025

Photos: Denton welcomes home ‘American Idol’ finalist Breanna Nix with parade and concert at Denton Square

May 14, 2025 |Published 10:05 p.m. | 1 min. read Denton native and American Idol finalist Breanna Nix waves from an open top convertible during a parade in her honor on Wednesday, May 14, 2025, in Denton. Nix is one of the Top 3 finalists for the 23rd …

Source: The Dallas Morning News - Texas - Neutral