Maren Morris, Kane Brown + More Country Stars Rejected By ‘American Idol’ [PICTURES]Maren Morris, Kane Brown + More Country Stars Rejected By ‘American Idol’ [PICTURES]Can you imagine turning down some of country music's most well-known names for a spot in a singing competition? Courtney CarrCourtney Carr
See ‘American Idol’ Contestants Then and Now [Pictures]See ‘American Idol’ Contestants Then and Now [Pictures]Crazy how time flies and how much they've changed. Jacklyn KrolJacklyn Krol
Remember When 15-Year-Old Lauren Alaina Auditioned for ‘American Idol’?Remember When 15-Year-Old Lauren Alaina Auditioned for ‘American Idol’?She was only 15 years old at the time.Taste of Country StaffTaste of Country Staff
Remember Scotty McCreery’s Incredible ‘American Idol’ Audition? [Watch]Remember Scotty McCreery’s Incredible ‘American Idol’ Audition? [Watch]It's one of the standout moments from the entire history of the show. Sterling WhitakerSterling Whitaker
Luke Bryan Is So Glad Blake Shelton Convinced Him to Do ‘American Idol’Luke Bryan Is So Glad Blake Shelton Convinced Him to Do ‘American Idol’Bryan thanks his fellow country music star for the help.Philip TrappPhilip Trapp
‘2020 Sucks!’ Luke Bryan and Katy Perry Serenade the Year Out With Goofy Tune [Watch]‘2020 Sucks!’ Luke Bryan and Katy Perry Serenade the Year Out With Goofy Tune [Watch]If you thought last year sucked, the "American Idol" judges have the perfect song for you! Wendy HermansonWendy Hermanson
Ryan Seacrest Selling His Jaw-Dropping $85 Million Beverly Hills Estate [Pictures]Ryan Seacrest Selling His Jaw-Dropping $85 Million Beverly Hills Estate [Pictures]It's hard to believe it's a private residence. Sterling WhitakerSterling Whitaker
10 Wild Facts About Laine Hardy10 Wild Facts About Laine HardyThe 2019 American Idol winner is all grown up but stories from his childhood will still surprise you. Billy DukesBilly Dukes
‘American Idol’ Alum Nikki McKibbin Dead at 42‘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 HermansonWendy Hermanson
Gabby Barrett and Cade Foehner Celebrate First Year of Marriage: ‘One to Remember’Gabby Barrett and Cade Foehner Celebrate First Year of Marriage: ‘One to Remember’The American Idol alums are celebrating their first year together with beautiful social media posts to each other. Wendy HermansonWendy Hermanson
‘American Idol': Luke Bryan, Katy Perry + Lionel Richie All Returning for New Season‘American Idol': Luke Bryan, Katy Perry + Lionel Richie All Returning for New SeasonIt's the show's fourth season on ABC.Angela StefanoAngela Stefano
Gabby Barrett on Falling for Cade Foehner on ‘Idol': ‘It Came With Time’Gabby Barrett on Falling for Cade Foehner on ‘Idol': ‘It Came With Time’Barrett admits that falling for her now-husband was somewhat of a slow burn.Cillea HoughtonCillea Houghton
American Idol Winner Laine Hardy Announces COVID-19 DiagnosisAmerican Idol Winner Laine Hardy Announces COVID-19 DiagnosisThe 19-year-old singer-songwriter from the Baton Rouge area is reportedly resting well with only mild symptoms. Bruce MikellsBruce Mikells
Carrie Underwood Looks Back on ‘Incredible Ride’ on 15th Anniversary of Winning ‘American Idol’Carrie Underwood Looks Back on ‘Incredible Ride’ on 15th Anniversary of Winning ‘American Idol’She can't believe it's been that long. Sterling WhitakerSterling Whitaker
Laine Hardy Shows Off Massive Back Tattoo [Watch]Laine Hardy Shows Off Massive Back Tattoo [Watch]The 19-year-old has a bad boy streak in him.Billy DukesBilly Dukes
Poll: Who’s Your Favorite ‘American Idol’ Contestant of All Time?Poll: Who’s Your Favorite ‘American Idol’ Contestant of All Time?Mine's Kelly Clarkson, the OG Idol.Evan PaulEvan Paul
‘American Idol’ Crowns Just Sam as Season 18 Champ‘American Idol’ Crowns Just Sam as Season 18 ChampThe singer beat out Arthur Gunn and performed a lovely duet of "We Are the World" with judge Lionel Richie. Wendy HermansonWendy Hermanson
Who Should Win ‘American Idol’ in 2020?Who Should Win ‘American Idol’ in 2020?Who's got your vote?Sterling WhitakerSterling Whitaker
Louisiana’s Jovin Webb Eliminated on ‘American Idol’ [VIDEO]Louisiana’s Jovin Webb Eliminated on ‘American Idol’ [VIDEO]Louisiana was front and center on the May 10th episode of 'American Idol'Stephanie CristStephanie Crist
Laine Hardy Returns to ‘American Idol,’ Performs ‘Life Is a Highway’Laine Hardy Returns to ‘American Idol,’ Performs ‘Life Is a Highway’The current champion put his shining spin on "Disney Night" with the rollicking "Life Is a Highway." Wendy HermansonWendy Hermanson