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Nicki Minaj and Keith Urban Confirmed As American Idol Judges | ARTICLE

Nicki Minaj and Keith Urban are coming to American Idol, Fox announced on Sunday. The superstar rapper and Grammy-winning country singer will be joining Mariah Carey and Idol veteran Randy Jackson at the judges' table for the...
September 16, 2012 10:29 AM ET
Alanis Morissette Interested in Joining 'American Idol' as Judge | ARTICLE

Alanis Morissette is a contender to join the judges' table on American Idol, CNN reports. Although she declined to discuss details at her Hollywood Rockwalk induction ceremony this week, Morissette said she's intrigued by the...
August 23, 2012 10:15 AM ET
Aerosmith Tap Johnny Depp, Carrie Underwood for 'Another Dimension' | ARTICLE

To the sound of a collective "whew" from fans, Aerosmith are – to quote one of their vintage song titles – back in the saddle. Just over two weeks ago, Steven Tyler announced he was
July 30, 2012 12:10 PM ET
Mariah Carey Joins 'American Idol' As New Judge | ARTICLE

Mariah Carey will join American Idol as a new judge, it was announced today in a statement distributed at the Television Critics Association Press Tour in Los Angeles. "As a singer, songwriter and producer, it's going to be...
July 23, 2012 3:55 PM ET
Steven Tyler's 'Idol' Departure Influenced Jennifer Lopez's Own Exit | ARTICLE

After announcing her departure from the American Idol judges' table last week, Jennifer Lopez revealed in an interview with ABC News that her exit was partly influenced by the decision of fellow judge and Aerosmith...
July 17, 2012 9:50 AM ET
Jennifer Lopez Leaving 'American Idol' | ARTICLE

Following Steven Tyler's recent departure from American Idol, host Ryan Seacrest has now confirmed Jennifer Lopez will also vacate her judge's post on the show. "Just confirmed with @JLo she's made up her...
July 13, 2012 12:55 PM ET
With Steven Tyler Leaving, What's Next for 'American Idol'? | ARTICLE

Days before he announced that he would be stepping down from his post as a judge on American Idol, Steven Tyler was guarded about his future on the hit reality-singing competition. "I don't know," the
July 13, 2012 9:10 AM ET
Steven Tyler Leaving 'American Idol' | ARTICLE

Steven Tyler has decided to leave his role as a judge on American Idol after just two years, the Aerosmith frontman said today. "After some long, hard thoughts, I've decided it's time for me to let go...
July 12, 2012 5:15 PM ET
Adam Lambert: 'I Would Jump at the Chance' to Judge 'American Idol' | ARTICLE

According to E!, former contestant Adam Lambert is being considered for a judging spot on American Idol. A source told the magazine, "They have been talking about Adam for over a month," and...
July 9, 2012 4:30 PM ET
Jessica Sanchez to Join 'Glee' | ARTICLE

American Idol runner-up Jessica Sanchez will join the cast of Glee for a multi-episode arc, according to the Hollywood Reporter. Sanchez, who finished second behind Phillips Phillips, is expected to appear on the Fox hit midway through...
June 21, 2012 4:40 PM ET
On the Charts: The Beach Boys' Best Debut Ever | ARTICLE

WINNER OF THE WEEK: The Beach Boys. Unbelievably, That's Why God Made the Radio is the first Beach Boys album to debut in the Top 10. It sold 61,000 copies and finished at Number Three, behind Adele's...
June 13, 2012 12:40 PM ET
Phillip Phillips Undergoes Kidney Stone Surgery | ARTICLE

Phillip Phillips had surgery in L.A. yesterday for kidney stones, reports TMZ. The American Idol season 11 winner underwent a six-and-a-half hour operation for massive kidney stones, which were so large that passing them normally...
June 7, 2012 5:25 PM ET
Phillip Phillips Underwent Eight Surgeries During 'Idol' | ARTICLE

American Idol winner Phillip Phillips underwent eight separate kidney surgeries since the start of the competition, the singer's father (also named Phillip Phillips) said in an interview with People. "He's been doing [well], but it's just grueling hours...
May 25, 2012 5:30 PM ET
'American Idol' Runner-Up Jessica Sanchez: 'I Have No Real Regrets' | ARTICLE

Jessica Sanchez finished in second place on season 11 of American Idol, and she's okay with that. A day after losing out to fellow hopeful Phillips Phillips, the 16-year old powerhouse singer from Chula Vista, California,...
May 24, 2012 5:15 PM ET
'American Idol' Phillip Phillips: My First Single Is 'A Little Too Pop' | ARTICLE

Last night, Phillip Phillips took home the title of this year's American Idol winner. The Georgia native won voters over with his singer-songwriter style and knack for tailoring a randomly assigned song to his own aesthetic....
May 24, 2012 4:28 PM ET
On the Scene at the 2012 'American Idol' Finale | GALLERY

Phillip Phillips, Jessica Sanchez, Jimmy Iovine, Aerosmith and More Reflect on the Show's 11th Season
May 24, 2012 11:50 AM ET
Steven Tyler Talks Up New Aerosmith Album at 'Idol' Finale | ARTICLE

Steven Tyler spoke about the new Aerosmith record, Music from Another Dimension, during a press conference at last night's American Idol finale. "It's the kind of thing where it represents who you are," the frontman and Idol judge said. "Who...
May 24, 2012 10:55 AM ET
'American Idol' Recap: The Home Stretch | ARTICLE

Tonight, tonight, tonight, season eleven of American Idol comes to an end. While we all think we know what will happen and who will walk away with the title, crown, and NEW CAR!, we don't truly know,...
May 24, 2012 9:20 AM ET
Phillip Phillips Wins 'American Idol' | ARTICLE

Phillip Phillips was crowned the winner of American Idol's 11th season on Wednesday night, edging out runner-up Jessica Sanchez and becoming the fifth male in a row to emerge victorious on the reality singing competition. The 21-year...
May 23, 2012 10:15 PM ET
On the Charts: Adam Lambert Makes History | ARTICLE

WINNER OF THE WEEK: Adam Lambert. (And American Idol, whose past and present eras make their presence known on the charts this week). Lambert's Trespassing album debuts at Number One on Billboard's album chart by...
May 23, 2012 1:40 PM ET
On the Charts: Adam Lambert Makes History | ARTICLE

WINNER OF THE WEEK: Adam Lambert. (And American Idol, whose past and present eras make their presence known on the charts this week). Lambert's Trespassing album debuts at Number One on Billboard's album chart by...
May 23, 2012 1:40 PM ET