‘American Idol’ Favorite Ethan Payne Brings the Truth Home With ‘What Grandpas Are For’ [Exclusive Premiere]‘American Idol’ Favorite Ethan Payne Brings the Truth Home With ‘What Grandpas Are For’ [Exclusive Premiere]This song serves as the perfect tribute to his granddad.Tricia DespresTricia Despres
‘American Idol’ Finalist C.J. Harris’ Cause of Death Revealed‘American Idol’ Finalist C.J. Harris’ Cause of Death RevealedNews of Harris' cause of death confirms suspicions about what happened.Billy DukesBilly Dukes
‘American Idol’ Contestant CJ Harris Dead at 31‘American Idol’ Contestant CJ Harris Dead at 31The country-rock singer, who once shared the Grand Ole Opry stage with Darius Rucker, died of an apparent heart attack. Carena LiptakCarena Liptak
'American Idol' Finalist C.J. Harris Dies at 31'American Idol' Finalist C.J. Harris Dies at 31The Alabama native won over the hearts of Darius Rucker, Keith Urban and country fans across the world.Lorie LiebigLorie Liebig
Luke Bryan and the ‘American Idol’ Judges Star in a Vegas-Themed Teaser for Season 21 [Watch]Luke Bryan and the ‘American Idol’ Judges Star in a Vegas-Themed Teaser for Season 21 [Watch]Luke Bryan + the rest of the 'Idol' judges will return for a new season in mid-February.Carena LiptakCarena Liptak
Luke Bryan and Son Bo Gave Katy Perry a ‘Country Education’ About Deer PeeLuke Bryan and Son Bo Gave Katy Perry a ‘Country Education’ About Deer PeeHe's the resident country expert on 'American Idol.' JessJess
‘American Idol’ Sets Season 21 Premiere Date‘American Idol’ Sets Season 21 Premiere Date'American Idol' Season 21 is coming very soon.Grace Lenehan VaughnGrace Lenehan Vaughn
They’re Back! Luke Bryan, Lionel Richie and Katy Perry Returning to ‘American Idol’ for Season 21They’re Back! Luke Bryan, Lionel Richie and Katy Perry Returning to ‘American Idol’ for Season 21Host Ryan Seacrest will also return for Season 21.JessJess
Gabby Barrett Heading Back to ‘American Idol,’ This Time as a MentorGabby Barrett Heading Back to ‘American Idol,’ This Time as a MentorIt'll be such a full-circle moment. Carena LiptakCarena Liptak
Pregnant ‘American Idol’ Contestant Haley Slaton Met Her Husband at October AuditionPregnant ‘American Idol’ Contestant Haley Slaton Met Her Husband at October AuditionThis contestant found a golden ticket AND a husband. Grace Lenehan VaughnGrace Lenehan VaughnGrace Lenehan VaughnGrace Lenehan Vaughn
Luke Bryan Will Return to ‘American Idol’ for Season 20Luke Bryan Will Return to ‘American Idol’ for Season 20Auditions will begin virtually this week with the start date for Season 20 still TBD.Billy DukesBilly Dukes
Doug Kiker, ‘American Idol’ Singing Garbage Man, Arrested for HarassmentDoug Kiker, ‘American Idol’ Singing Garbage Man, Arrested for HarassmentKiker appeared during Season 18 of American Idol, in 2020.Billy DukesBilly Dukes