Add Yahoo as a preferred source to see more of our stories on Google. Randy Jackson, Paula Abdul and Simon Cowell on May 25, 2005 in Hollywood, California. ; Lionel Richie, Carrie Underwood, and Luke ...

One American Idol judge is playing coy about their return to the show for season 24. In a recent interview, longtime judge Luke Bryan wouldn't confirm or deny if he had plans to join the panel once ...

Earlier this week, ABC confirmed that American Idol had been renewed for a milestone 25th season that will premiere in 2027. Auditions begin with “Idol Across America” at the end of August, and those ...

They’re back! When American Idol returns for its ninth season on ABC and Hulu in 2026, the judges' table will look the same. Luke Bryan, Lionel Richie, and Carrie Underwood have all signed on for ...

Season 23 of American Idol has brought plenty triumph and tears—much of the latter coming from first-time judge Carrie Underwood and inaugural artist-in-residence Jelly Roll. Now, the end is just ...

The power has shifted to the viewers in Season 24 of American Idol, but judges Carrie Underwood, Luke Bryan, and Lionel Richie are still involved in the competition during the Live Shows. In fact, ...

Carrie Underwood continues to experience all sorts of emotions in her return to American Idol. The Cry Pretty singer and Idol judge witnessed another contestant’s performance on Season 23, rendering ...

Michael Block is a 14 time GLAM Award nominated writer, producer, and host of the podcast Block Talk. Throughout his time in the entertainment industry, he has worked on and off Broadway as a stage ...

Mor Ilderton channeled his tragedy into music. On the latest episode of American Idol, the 22-year-old gas utility worker shared his touching story with judges Luke Bryan, Lionel Richie, and Carrie ...

American Idol judges Carrie Underwood, Luke Bryan and Lionel Richie were emotionally moved by Jesse Findling, who delivered a memorable performance despite having a stutter. In Us Weekly‘s exclusive ...

Jaye Hernandez is a well-seasoned reality TV features writer for Collider. After studying journalism and psychology, she began her career as a freelance writer. In the last 10 years, she's expanded ...