WATCH: 15-Year-Old Khloe Grace Turns Tragedy Into Hope With Emotional ‘American Idol’ Audition
Posted on January 27, 2026
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Madeleine O’Connell
She blew the judges and viewers away with a tribute song honoring a girl she never got to meet.
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Luke Bryan Calls 17-Year-Old Lucas Leon ‘Idol Gold’ After Star-Making ‘American Idol’ Audition
Posted on January 27, 2026
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Lauren Jo Black
Bryan also compared the young man to his son, Bo.
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Carrie Underwood Confirms She Will Not Headline a Tour in 2026
Posted on January 26, 2026
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Madeleine O’Connell
Instead of embarking on a headline run, Underwood will stay busy judging Idol and caring for her family.
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Luke Bryan Shares Surprising Stories About Fellow ‘Idol’ Judges Carrie Underwood and Lionel Richie
Posted on January 5, 2026
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Madeleine O’Connell
Bryan shares unexpected insights into Carrie Underwood and Lionel Richie behind the scenes.
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Luke Bryan, Carrie Underwood and Lionel Richie Spotted Filming ‘American Idol’ In Nashville
Posted on November 4, 2025
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Madeleine O’Connell
“No big deal…just Lionel Richie, Luke Bryan and Carrie Underwood on campus!”
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BREAKING: ‘American Idol’ Returns In January With A Major Twist: Hollywood Week Moves To Music City
Posted on October 28, 2025
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Madeleine O’Connell
Judges Carrie Underwood, Luke Bryan, and Lionel Richie were on hand to help announce the news.
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Carrie Underwood, Luke Bryan & Lionel Richie To Reclaim Their Role As Judges On ‘American Idol’ In 2026
Posted on August 25, 2025
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Madeleine O’Connell
Season nine auditions begin on Tuesday, Aug. 26, with the return of “Idol Across America.”
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‘American Idol’ Finalist John Foster Is About to Live His ‘#1 Dream’
Posted on May 28, 2025
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Lauren Jo Black
“I will NEVER be able to express my gratitude!”
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John Foster Honors Toby Keith With Patriotic Finale Performance On ‘American Idol’
Posted on May 19, 2025
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Madeleine O’Connell
“God bless America!”
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‘American Idol’ Judges Lionel Richie, Carrie Underwood & Luke Bryan Team Up for Heartfelt ‘Stuck On You’ Performance
Posted on May 19, 2025
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Lauren Jo Black
The judges joined forces during the grand finale to deliver a memorable performance of one of Richie’s biggest hits.
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