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People.com: The X Factor vs. American Idol: Which Is Better?updated: Fri Sep 23 2011 10:08:00

Simon's new show didn't grab as many viewers as Ryan and company

People.com: Scott MacIntyre of American Idol Wedsupdated: Sat Aug 20 2011 08:28:00

The season 8 contestant sings for his bride, Christina Teich, at their Arizona ceremony

People.com: American Idol Winner Is Revealed!updated: Thu May 26 2011 12:50:00

Season 10 is a wrap! Did Scotty McCreery or Lauren Alaina win it all?

'American Idol' finale? Who caresupdated: Tue May 24 2011 15:55:00

"American Idol" is drawing to a close for its 10th season and you don't even care, do you?

'American Idol' finale: Who cares?updated: Tue May 24 2011 11:41:00

"American Idol" is drawing to a close for its 10th season, and you don't even care, do you?

People.com: American Idol: Who's Going to the Finale?updated: Fri May 20 2011 14:11:00

Find out if Lauren Alaina, Scotty McCreery or Haley Reinhart is out of the competition

People.com: American Idol: Who Should Go Home?updated: Fri May 20 2011 07:48:00

Tell us which of the top three deserve to perform in next week's finale

People.com: American Idol's Top Three: Who Will Win?updated: Fri May 13 2011 18:50:00

After Thursday's elimination, Haley Reinhart, Scotty McCreery and Lauren Alaina are vying for the top spot

People.com: American Idol Reveals Top Three!updated: Fri May 13 2011 15:08:00

A surprising night of results sends rocker James Durbin away in tears

People.com: American Idol's Jacob Lusk: I Was Getting a Little Tiredupdated: Sun May 08 2011 10:10:00

The soulful singer lands just shy of the top 4 as Idol heads toward its finale

People.com: American Idol Final Four: Who Should Win?updated: Sat May 07 2011 13:08:00

Poll: Do you like the country crooners, the rocker or the blues singer?

People.com: Jacob Lusk Eliminated from American Idolupdated: Fri May 06 2011 13:48:00

It's down to four - find out who didn't make the cut

People.com: American Idol: Casey Abrams Is Eliminatedupdated: Fri Apr 29 2011 07:11:00

A favorite of the judges is sent home in a surprising results night

People.com: Stefano Langone Leaves American Idolupdated: Fri Apr 22 2011 12:17:00

Despite giving one of his best performances this week, the smiling contestant sings for the last time

Has 'Idol' saved J.Lo?updated: Fri Apr 15 2011 21:10:00

Does Jennifer Lopez have "American Idol" to thank for her new surge in popularity?

People.com: Paul McDonald Eliminated from American Idolupdated: Fri Apr 15 2011 11:10:00

The folk-pop troubadour sang "Maggie May" for Jennifer Lopez on his way out

People.com: Are the American Idol Judges Too Nice?updated: Thu Apr 14 2011 06:58:00

PEOPLE's TV critic doesn't exactly miss Simon Cowell - but somebody's got to cut through the goo

Cover story: We love our singing competitionsupdated: Wed Apr 13 2011 15:25:00

It's an iconic scene from the the 1983 film "Risky Business."

Does 'American Idol' have lady problems?updated: Fri Apr 08 2011 17:00:00

It would be so easy to blame the teenage girls.

People.com: Pia Toscano Eliminated from American Idolupdated: Fri Apr 08 2011 11:32:00

The singer takes the shocking news with calm and dignity as the judges become indignant

People.com: American Idol: Pia Toscano and Scotty McCreery Rule Rock Nightupdated: Thu Apr 07 2011 13:50:00

The singers show versatility on a night of stellar performances

People.com: American Idol Elimination Resultsupdated: Fri Mar 18 2011 12:32:00

Find out who was on the bottom three and who (if anyone!) was sent home

People.com: American Idol's Top 12 Performupdated: Thu Mar 17 2011 13:32:00

The contestants shine singing songs from the year they were born

People.com: American Idol Results: Did Wild Card Contestants Survive?updated: Fri Mar 11 2011 12:49:00

Find out which - if any! - of season 10's top 13 is the first to go home

People.com: American Idol's Casey Abrams Hospitalized - Againupdated: Fri Mar 11 2011 11:08:00

The singer - a favorite of season 10 - was missing from Thursday's show

People.com: American Idol's Top 13: Our Live Blog Replayedupdated: Thu Mar 10 2011 10:49:00

Editors chat about singing, judging and what J.Lo is wearing

People.com: Are You Bummed This Week's American Idol Performances Won't Be Live?updated: Wed Mar 09 2011 10:09:00

The top 13 contestants will pre-tape Wednesday's show on Tuesday night

People.com: Did the American Idol Judges Pick the Right Wild Cards?updated: Fri Mar 04 2011 22:49:00

Six contestants were given a second chance, but did the right three move on?

People.com: American Idol Announces Season 10 Finalistsupdated: Fri Mar 04 2011 11:52:00

Meet a strong group of 13 singers with an unusual range of style

People.com: American Idol: Do the Guys or Girls Sing Better?updated: Fri Mar 04 2011 08:28:00

Before Thursday's big results are announced, tell us who won Idol's battle of the sexes

People.com: American Idol's Top 12 Women Performupdated: Thu Mar 03 2011 14:14:00

The competition heats up ahead of Thursday's big cut

People.com: American Idol Top 24 Announcedupdated: Fri Feb 25 2011 12:58:00

Did your favorite make the cut - or go home after this week's tough round of competition?

People.com: The Heartbreaking Road to American Idol's Top 24updated: Thu Feb 24 2011 14:13:00

The judge sobs after cutting a favorite contestant as the competition moves toward the top 24

'American Idol' voting goes online via Facebookupdated: Thu Feb 24 2011 13:41:00

Facebook users soon could become the power brokers in who becomes the next Kelly Clarkson or Carrie Underwood.

People.com: American Idol Wraps Hollywood Round with Stellar Performancesupdated: Fri Feb 18 2011 13:48:00

Jacob Lusk, Casey Abrams, Thia Megia and make the cut and will compete next week in the new Beatles challenge

People.com: Did Your Favorite Singer Survive American Idol's Dreaded Group Night?updated: Thu Feb 17 2011 14:28:00

The breakdowns and showdowns of a tense night of competition

People.com: Heartbreak and Happiness at American Idol's Hollywood Roundupdated: Fri Feb 11 2011 13:15:00

Early favorites Jacee Badeaux, Chris Medina and Chris Medina make it through while others exit in tears

People.com: American Idol: Los Angeles Auditions a Bustupdated: Fri Feb 04 2011 14:12:00

The judges hit a dry spell in their search for talented singers

People.com: American Idol Finds Texas-Sized Talent in Austinupdated: Thu Feb 03 2011 12:28:00

John Wayne Schulz, lovebirds Nick Fink and Jacqueline Dunford and more are off to Hollywood

People.com: American Idol Auditions In Nashville a Mixed Bagupdated: Fri Jan 28 2011 13:09:00

Music City shows off the good, the bad and the ones who split the judges' vote

People.com: Steven Tyler on Sobriety: 'Life Is Good'updated: Wed Jan 26 2011 17:51:00

Plus: The American Idol judge answers reader questions about his family, an alternate career and his signature scarves

People.com: Steven Tyler and Jennifer Lopez Debut on Idolupdated: Thu Jan 20 2011 14:12:00

Can the new the American Idol judges fill Simon Cowell's shoes?

Can a reboot save 'American Idol'?updated: Wed Jan 19 2011 14:46:00

Sure "American Idol" is returning, but is it coming back any better?

People.com: PEOPLE TV Critic: How to Make Idol Fun Againupdated: Wed Jan 19 2011 13:35:00

At a crossroads for season 10, here's what the show should do to reinvigorate itself

Steven Tyler's 'Idol' reincarnationupdated: Tue Jan 18 2011 10:34:00

Steven Tyler is in promotion mode, but it's difficult to tell if the Aerosmith singer is promoting "American Idol," where he and Jennifer Lopez are to be the new Simon Cowell and Paula Abdul, or if he is using television's highest-rated show over the last nine seasons running to promote himself.

People.com: American Idol's Brooke White Makes Her Acting Debutupdated: Sun Jan 09 2011 16:50:00

The season 7 singer plays musician Sally Danville in Fox's Change of Plans

People.com: American Idol's Crystal Bowersox: I Want More Babiesupdated: Thu Dec 16 2010 18:31:00

The American Idol star boasts about her new album Farmer's Daughter and the possibility of adding to her family

People.com: American Idol May Allow Contestant Tweets for First Timeupdated: Fri Dec 10 2010 07:48:00

The top 12 competitors also will live together, as the show makes changes

Lee DeWyze on new album, new 'Idol'updated: Tue Dec 07 2010 14:31:00

Lee DeWyze may be the reigning "American Idol" champ, but he's also just a regular guy. In fact, his new single, "Sweet Serendipity," opens with the line, "I ain't got no car, and I've got one pair of jeans."

Lee DeWyze's 'Sweet Serendipity'updated: Tue Dec 07 2010 14:31:00

"American Idol" winner Lee DeWyze talks about his life after the show and living his musical dream.

People.com: American Idol Changes: No More Top 24 Contestantsupdated: Fri Nov 19 2010 08:28:00

"I don't think [the top 24] were very good," says producer Nigel Lythgoe

J. Lo, Steven Tyler new 'Idol' judgesupdated: Thu Sep 23 2010 12:31:00

Jennifer Lopez and Aerosmith front man Steven Tyler join Randy Jackson on the "American Idol" panel of judges.

And the 'American Idol' judges are...updated: Thu Sep 23 2010 10:54:00

"American Idol" host Ryan Seacrest reveals who will join Randy Jackson in this season's new judges panel.

Jennifer Lopez: A reality TV revival?updated: Thu Sep 23 2010 10:54:00

At first glance a reality-TV hosting gig might seem beneath a megawatt star like Jennifer Lopez. But, according to insiders, Lopez needs "American Idol" just as much as it needs her.

People.com: Do American Idol's New Judges Make You Want to Watch?updated: Thu Sep 23 2010 07:47:00

Are J.Lo and Steven Tyler a good addition - or do you miss Simon already?

People.com: Jennifer Lopez, Steven Tyler Announced As New Idol Judgesupdated: Wed Sep 22 2010 20:28:00

"I'm looking for the next Michael Jackson," Lopez said at a press conference in L.A.

Tyler, Lopez, Iovine join 'American Idol'updated: Wed Sep 22 2010 14:53:00

Rocker Steven Tyler, singer-actress Jennifer Lopez and record exec Jimmy Iovine will join "American Idol" for its 10th season, host Ryan Seacrest announced Wednesday.

New 'American Idol' judges to be named todayupdated: Wed Sep 22 2010 02:34:00

Fox will reveal Wednesday who will take up the three vacated slots on the judges' panel on "American Idol."

People.com: Fantasia Barrino: Why I Attempted Suicideupdated: Wed Aug 25 2010 08:07:00

Fantasia Barrino blames Idol criticism, financial issues and health problems for attempting to take her own life

JLo, Steven Tyler new 'Idol' judges?updated: Mon Aug 02 2010 18:33:00

In a major "American Idol" shakeup, Randy Jackson could be the only original judge left. CNN's Brooke Anderson reports.

'American Idol': Implosion or genius?updated: Fri Jul 30 2010 19:28:00

"American Idol" fans can be demanding when it comes to their favorite show, but their arguments are usually about the contestants.

DeGeneres to leave 'American Idol,' cites 'a difficult decision'updated: Fri Jul 30 2010 09:51:00

Ellen DeGeneres is calling it quits after spending one season with the Fox hit "American Idol," according to a statement from the star and the network.

Simpson to replace Simon on Idol?updated: Thu Jul 29 2010 15:54:00

New reports say Jessica Simpson is in talks to join American Idol in place of Simon Cowell. Showbiz Tonight weighs in.

'Idol' now open to 15-year-old aspiring singersupdated: Mon Jun 21 2010 22:23:00

"American Idol" announced Monday that it is lowering the minimum age restriction for contestants from 16 to 15, allowing even younger aspiring pop stars to forgo their hairbrushes and stuffed-animal audiences in exchange for a real microphone and millions of TV viewers.

Lee DeWyze on winning 'American Idol'updated: Fri May 28 2010 22:11:00

Lee DeWyze tells CNN's Larry King that being on "American Idol" was an intimidating experience.

'Idol' finalists dish with Larry Kingupdated: Fri May 28 2010 22:11:00

When Lee DeWyze woke up Friday morning, it finally hit him. He had won "American Idol."

People.com: On the Red Carpet: American Idol Bids a Fond Farewell to Simonupdated: Thu May 27 2010 20:48:00

Diana DeGarmo, David Archuleta and other Idol favorites pay tribute to the departing judge

Lee DeWyze: 'Can't wait to make album'updated: Thu May 27 2010 15:41:00

CNN catches up with the stars at the "American Idol" finale for reaction to Lee DeWyze being named season champ.

'American Idol' finale as 'pitchy' as seasonupdated: Thu May 27 2010 15:41:00

The 2010 "American Idol" finale can be summed up in three words that could also be attributed to the entire season: dull, pitchy and off.

'Idol' finale? This year, it's a yawnupdated: Wed May 26 2010 15:36:00

This time last year, "American Idol" fans were in a frenzy.

'Idol' no longer king of the water coolerupdated: Thu May 20 2010 11:23:00

Remember "American Idol"? That talent show with all the water-cooler moments?

'Idol' analysts pick choices for finaleupdated: Thu May 20 2010 11:23:00

CNN's Lisa France and Michelle Wright predict Crystal Bowersox and Lee DeWyze will make it to the "Idol" finale.

What's behind 'American Idol's' ratings slide?updated: Thu Apr 22 2010 19:32:00

For years "American Idol" has been known to its competitors by a moniker meant to express its popularity and immense ratings: "The Death Star."

'American Idol' ratings down?updated: Thu Apr 22 2010 19:32:00

CNN's Larry King asks the cast how they're enjoying the ninth season of "American Idol."

CNNMoney: 'American Idol' owner may be soldupdated: Mon Mar 29 2010 12:16:00

CKX Inc. confirmed Monday that it is in talks that could lead to the sale of the company that owns the popular television show "American Idol."

The Tao of 'American Idol'updated: Tue Mar 16 2010 11:42:00

While it's the voters ultimately deciding who will win the title of "American Idol" each season, the judges' input can't be ignored.

The next generation of reality TV is all celebrities, all the timeupdated: Mon Mar 15 2010 18:25:00

I thought the whole point of reality TV was for some unknown Joe or Jane Schmo to have their 15 minutes of fame. But it's becoming more and more about celebrities trying to extend or reclaim their 15 minutes. (Hello, Jessica Simpson! And Steven Seagal!) Sure, this can be entertaining from time to time, but usually not in a good way.

Meet the top 12 of 'Idol'updated: Fri Mar 12 2010 15:44:00

The top 12 contestants for "American Idol" walk the "blue" carpet.

Hey Paula! Fans are missing youupdated: Fri Mar 12 2010 15:44:00

The success of "American Idol" hasn't just been about the singing talent.

Has 'American Idol' jumped the shark?updated: Fri Mar 05 2010 11:33:00

Over the years, "American Idol" has been a lot of things: a launching pad for undiscovered talent, fodder for national conversation and even a blending of politics and pop culture (remember the "red state-blue state" debate last season during the Kris Allen-Adam Lambert showdown?).

Ellen DeGeneres' 'Idol' performance draws mixed reviewsupdated: Fri Feb 26 2010 10:35:00

Even before Ellen DeGeneres took her seat on "American Idol," the roar began.

'Idol's' Fantasia: 'The best is yet to come'updated: Tue Jan 26 2010 07:57:00

There are many rumors floating around about "American Idol" season three winner Fantasia, but there is one that really, really bugs her.

'Idol' vs 'X Factor': Which Simon show will triumph?updated: Tue Jan 12 2010 14:45:00

News that acerbic British judge Simon Cowell is quitting the hugely popular talent show, "American Idol," has led to intense speculation as to whether the show can survive without him.

Stars react to Simon Cowellupdated: Tue Jan 12 2010 14:45:00

Celebs react to the news that Simon Cowell is leaving "American Idol" after this season.

Simon Cowell leaving 'American Idol'updated: Mon Jan 11 2010 18:48:00

Longtime "American Idol" judge Simon Cowell said he'll be leaving the popular Fox talent show at the end of the season, the network announced Monday at the Television Critics Association press tour in Pasadena, California.

Is this make or break time for 'American Idol?'updated: Thu Jan 07 2010 07:54:00

There was a time when "American Idol" was unstoppable in the ratings.

People.com: More American Idol Stars Set to Perform at AMAsupdated: Fri Oct 23 2009 17:11:00

Kelly Clarkson, Carrie Underwood and Daughtry join Adam Lambert at the November show

People.com: Pre-Sale Surge for Adam Lambert's Debut CDupdated: Tue Sep 29 2009 13:36:00

Word of mouth and Twitter propel orders of his first album to No. 2 on Amazon.com

'American Idol' could get friendly competition from 'X'updated: Thu Sep 24 2009 11:35:00

In the business of music talent shows, there's always room for one more.

Ellen Degeneres joins 'Idol'updated: Fri Sep 11 2009 07:28:00

Ellen Degeneres' surprise 'Idol' move. Is Ellen the right choice to replace Paula Abdul?

DeGeneres says she won't be mean as 'Idol' judgeupdated: Fri Sep 11 2009 07:28:00

Ellen DeGeneres is excited about joining "American Idol" as a judge, and hopes fans won't see her as the "evil" person who stole Paula Abdul's job.

Randy Jackson on Ellen Degeneresupdated: Thu Sep 10 2009 17:49:00

Randy Jackson says new American Idol judge Ellen Degeneres 'is going to bring the voice of the people.'

Ellen DeGeneres joins judges' table on 'American Idol'updated: Thu Sep 10 2009 17:49:00

Talk show host Ellen DeGeneres will join the judges' panel on "American Idol" for the show's ninth season beginning in 2010, a Fox spokeswoman confirmed Wednesday.

Paula Abdul leaves 'Idol'updated: Wed Aug 05 2009 22:33:00

The news that has rocked the world of 'American Idol:' Paula Abdul is off the show. Showbiz Tonight's AJ Hammer reports.

DioGuardi back on 'Idol' next seasonupdated: Mon Aug 03 2009 13:46:00

"American Idol" judge Kara DioGuardi will be back on the show next season, officials announced Monday.

People.com: Former American Idol Contestant Killedupdated: Mon Jul 27 2009 11:28:00

Alexis Cohen, who auditioned for seasons 7 and 8, was likely struck by a car in New Jersey

Abdul's future on 'American Idol' uncertainupdated: Mon Jul 20 2009 15:40:00

Paula Abdul's fans are all atwitter about the possibility their idol may not be invited back for another season as a judge on "American Idol."

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