‘American Idol’ to feature Alabama worship leader’s audition

After a season premiere in which one Alabama singer got a standing ovation from Lionel Richie, Sunday’s follow-up episode will feature another Alabama audition. The show’s producers have confirmed that 22-year-old Springville native Isaiah Moore will be …

Watch: 7 of the most surprising ‘American Idol’ winner auditions

It can be hard to imagine an “American Idol” winner performing anything other than a show-stopping audition. But the road to Hollywood is often paved with silly moments, defeat, and criticism, even for future winners. As auditions from Season 23 continue …

'American Idol' fans mourn viral contestant after his death at 32

Entertainment gossip and news from Newsweek's network of contributors American Idol fans are mourning the loss of Douglas Kiker, the "Singing Garbage Man" spotlighted in Season 18. "It is with a heavy heart that we have to announce the …

Granite Falls 16-year-old to audition for American Idol for the first time

GRANITE FALLS, N.C. — Sixteen-year-old Carsen Webb from Granite Falls, Caldwell County, is auditioning for American Idol for the first time. Webb, a sophomore at South Caldwell High School, has dreamed of being on the show since he was eight years old. “I …

Granite Falls 16-year-old to audition for American Idol for the first time

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2 NC singers take the stage for return of American Idol auditions

NORTH CAROLINA (WTVD) -- Two singers from North Carolina are set to audition for the newest season of American Idol. Josh King from Charlotte will take the stage on Sunday in front of the judges Lionel Richie, Luke Bryan, and former Idol winner Carrie …

Viral 'American Idol' contestant dead at 32, family says

(NEXSTAR) – Douglas Kiker, the garbage collector who touched hearts with his singing voice on “American Idol” has died, his family announced on social media. His sister, Angela Evans, announced Kiker’s death in a Facebook post on Wednesday. Another family …

Who Is ‘American Idol’ Contestant Mikaela Bautista’s Dad? Details on the Singer

Mikaela Bautista’s audition for Season 23 of American Idol will air during the upcoming Sunday, March 16, episode, per photos released by ABC. Earlier this year, the aspiring star revealed on Instagram that she got her singing talent from her dad by …

Springville's Isaiah Moore to appear on 'American Idol'

Isaiah Moore, a 22-year-old from Springville, will make his "American Idol" debut on Sunday. Moore, a former Gadsden State Community College, called the appearance "an exciting time" in his life. “This is such an exciting time in my …