WATCH: Luke Bryan Cries in 'American Idol' Season 19 PreviewThat's the power of a stellar singer.Philip Trapp
New Paltz High School Sophomore Lands a Spot on "American Idol"She's goin' to Hollywood! A high school student in NY earned her way onto "American Idol," and she's even featured in the promo leading up to the season premiere.Kari
'American Idol' Alum Nikki McKibbin Dead at 42The singer placed third in the first season of the show, following champion Kelly Clarkson and runner-up Justin Guarini.Wendy Hermanson
Gabby Barrett Had One Really Bad Habit Growing UpMost kids break themselves of this by age three or four. Barrett was nearly a teenager. Billy Dukes
'American Idol' Reveals Plans for Live Shows The group — including Luke Bryan, Lionel Richie and Katy Perry — will all be live from their homes.Billy Dukes
'American Idol' Hopeful 'Garbage Man' Doug Kiker Got New TeethWonder what happened to the charming trash collector? Well, for starters, he's got a nice new smile to show off! Wendy Hermanson
'American Idol' Suspending Production Due to CoronavirusSo many shows have been impacted. Sterling Whitaker
‘American Idol’ Contestant Dillon James is a Country Post Malone?Dillon James auditioned for ‘American Idol’ with a Bob Dylan tune, and Katy Perry compared him to the multi-platinum alt-rapper. Jacklyn Krol
Hannah Prestridge's Addiction Story Moves 'American Idol' JudgesPrestridge and husband Curt Jones form Treble Soul.Billy Dukes
'American Idol': Nepalese Singer Arthur Gunn Wows Luke Bryan Bryan was so wowed by this singer's Creedence Clearwater Revival cover that he asked him on the spot to open for him on tour. Wendy Hermanson
'American Idol': Alabama-Based Garbage Man Covers Rascal FlattsDoug Kiker had never performed before an audience in his life, but wowed with "Bless the Broken Road." Wendy Hermanson
'American Idol' Country Finalists: Where Are They Now?Carrie and Scotty rose to country royalty with the help of the reality show, but what about the others?Taste of Country Staff