American Idol

‘American Idol’ Star Wé Ani’s Father Accuses Katy Perry Of ‘Bullying’ Behavior

Mac McDonald says Perry made “snarky” comments about his daughter when she was on the show.
05/23/2023
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CJ Harris, ‘American Idol’ Alum, Dies At 31

He reportedly suffered a heart attack on Jan. 15.
01/17/2023

CJ Harris, ‘American Idol’ Alum, Dies At 31

The contestant made it to the top 6 in 2014.
01/16/2023
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‘American Idol’ Runner-Up Willie Spence Passes Away At 23

The singer died in a car accident in Tennessee.
10/13/2022

‘American Idol’ Runner-Up Willie Spence Dead At 23

The powerful singer died in a car accident in Tennessee.
10/12/2022

Jennifer Hudson’s First Guest On New Talk Show Will Be Simon Cowell

It’s their first sit-down convo since she placed seventh on American Idol in 2004.
09/04/2022

Aretha Franklin’s Granddaughter Responds To Her ‘American Idol’ Audition

The teen also shares if she plans on auditioning for the singing competition again.
03/04/2022
Syesha Mercado on BET Buzz 2021
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Syesha Mercado Reunited With Infant Daughter

The 'Idol' finalist is still trying to get her son back.
08/23/2021
Syesha Mercado on BET Buzz 2021
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Former 'Idol' Finalist Syesha Mercado Holds Emotional Press Conference After Losing Custody Of Kids

"If this can happen to us, it can happen to you," she said.
08/18/2021

Former ‘American Idol’ Contestant Says Her Children Were ‘Kidnapped’ By Authorities

Syesha Mercado is fighting for custody of her two kids.
08/13/2021

INTERVIEW: Jennifer Hudson Talks MasterCard Collaboration To Help Black-Owned Business Push Forward

A $250M fund will help Black-owned small biz development.
02/19/2021