During Sunday’s three-hour finale of “American Idol,” host Ryan Seacrest cryptically mentioned how Graham DeFranco had to fill in at the last second to sing with superstar Sheryl Crowe. But what viewers didn’t realize is that Graham had replaced Arthur Gunn, who was a no-show.
When asked about what happened with Gunn, judge Katy Perry simply called the controversy another “curveball” for this buzzed-about 19th season. It’s likely she was referring to two other singers who had exited the competition off-camera during the live shows: Wyatt Pike for personal reasons and Caleb Kennedy when a controversial video resurfaced.
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“Quite honestly, we’ve had a very colorful season [with] curveballs galore,” Perry explained during a post-show question-and-answer gala with reporters, according to EW. “But Graham DeFranco? I mean, killed it. Sang so well,...
When asked about what happened with Gunn, judge Katy Perry simply called the controversy another “curveball” for this buzzed-about 19th season. It’s likely she was referring to two other singers who had exited the competition off-camera during the live shows: Wyatt Pike for personal reasons and Caleb Kennedy when a controversial video resurfaced.
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“Quite honestly, we’ve had a very colorful season [with] curveballs galore,” Perry explained during a post-show question-and-answer gala with reporters, according to EW. “But Graham DeFranco? I mean, killed it. Sang so well,...
- 5/24/2021
- by Marcus James Dixon
- Gold Derby
Arthur Gunn‘s two-year journey on “American Idol” came to an end during Sunday’s Top 7 episode, and fans are still picking their jaws up off the floor. In our recent poll that asked viewers to name who was most robbed of a spot in the Top 5, this 23-year-old artist from Wichita, Kansas came in with 24% support. This week’s other eliminee, Hunter Metts, topped the list with an overwhelming 62%. The remaining 14% of poll respondents couldn’t decide and voted for the “both of them” option. Do you agree or disagree with your fellow “Idol” watchers? Sound off down in the comments section.
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The raspy-voiced singer made it all the way to the runner-up position during last year’s Covid-interrupted 18th season, with Just Sam ultimately beating him for the title. Arthur joined the current competition when the live shows began after winning America...
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The raspy-voiced singer made it all the way to the runner-up position during last year’s Covid-interrupted 18th season, with Just Sam ultimately beating him for the title. Arthur joined the current competition when the live shows began after winning America...
- 5/10/2021
- by Marcus James Dixon
- Gold Derby
“American Idol” returns on May 2 with the fan favorite Disney Night, a two-hour episode airing live coast-to-coast. We’ve done some digging and discovered the titles of the songs from the Disney animated classics that the Top 10 will perform. Scroll down for these “American Idol” Disney night spoilers.
We already know the names of nine of the contenders for the season 19 title: Alyssa Wray, Caleb Kennedy, Casey Bishop, Cassandra Coleman, Chayce Beckham, Deshawn Goncalves, Grace Kinstler, Hunter Metts and Willie Spence.
Each of these contestants was part of the Top 12 who performed Oscar-nominated songs on April 18. They won enough votes from America to continue on in the competition. Joining them in the Top 10 will be the winner of the Comeback Special, which aired on April 19.
Among those season 18 contenders hoping for a second chance is Arthur Gunn, who was named runner-up to Just Sam last May. Also in the running...
We already know the names of nine of the contenders for the season 19 title: Alyssa Wray, Caleb Kennedy, Casey Bishop, Cassandra Coleman, Chayce Beckham, Deshawn Goncalves, Grace Kinstler, Hunter Metts and Willie Spence.
Each of these contestants was part of the Top 12 who performed Oscar-nominated songs on April 18. They won enough votes from America to continue on in the competition. Joining them in the Top 10 will be the winner of the Comeback Special, which aired on April 19.
Among those season 18 contenders hoping for a second chance is Arthur Gunn, who was named runner-up to Just Sam last May. Also in the running...
- 5/2/2021
- by Paul Sheehan
- Gold Derby
Season 19 of “American Idol” added a twist to round out the Top 10. The reality competition series showcased 10 of the season 18 contestants in a special edition on April 19. Each of them got a chance to sing one song for America’s votes. The winner of this run-off joins the rest of the Top 10 who made the cut on April 18: Alyssa Wray, Caleb Kennedy, Casey Bishop, Cassandra Coleman, Chayce Beckham, Deshawn Goncalves, Grace Kinstler, Hunter Metts and Willie Spence.
Of the 10 comeback contenders, the most likely to win is Arthur Gunn, the season 18 runner-up. He has proven he is popular with “American Idol” viewers, having lost last year’s final to Just Sam in a razor-thin vote. His strongest rivals are Louis Knight, who just missed making the Top 5 and Makayla Phillips who was unlucky enough to be ousted when the Top 11 was pared down to seven. The other contenders in...
Of the 10 comeback contenders, the most likely to win is Arthur Gunn, the season 18 runner-up. He has proven he is popular with “American Idol” viewers, having lost last year’s final to Just Sam in a razor-thin vote. His strongest rivals are Louis Knight, who just missed making the Top 5 and Makayla Phillips who was unlucky enough to be ousted when the Top 11 was pared down to seven. The other contenders in...
- 5/2/2021
- by Paul Sheehan
- Gold Derby
After firming up this season’s “Top 9,” American Idol welcomed back 10 finalists from last season for a chance become lucky No. 10. And some of them will need all the luck they can get.
Real talk: Season 19 is an extremely talented group, and only a few of these returning singers were operating anywhere near that level. Maybe it’s because they weren’t used to singing on the main stage, but the whole night was pretty underwhelming.
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Real talk: Season 19 is an extremely talented group, and only a few of these returning singers were operating anywhere near that level. Maybe it’s because they weren’t used to singing on the main stage, but the whole night was pretty underwhelming.
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- 4/20/2021
- by Andy Swift
- TVLine.com
“American Idol” showcased 10 of last year’s also-rans in a special episode on Monday, April 19. The winner of the audience vote held during “The Comeback” will get the last slot in the Top 10. They will join the nine contenders who were revealed by Ryan Seacrest to have made the cut from the Top 12 at the end of Sunday’s episode: Alyssa Wray, Caleb Kennedy, Casey Bishop, Cassandra Coleman, Chayce Beckham, Deshawn Goncalves, Grace Kinstler, Hunter Metts and Willie Spence.
Among these hopefuls is Arthur Gunn, who fell just short of the mark and was named runner-up to season 18 winner Just Sam last May. Also in the mix is Louis Knight, who missed making the Top 5 and Makayla Phillips who was unlucky enough to be ousted when the Top 11 was pared down to seven. The other contenders in “The Comeback” special hosted by Ryan Seacrest and airing on April 19 are all...
Among these hopefuls is Arthur Gunn, who fell just short of the mark and was named runner-up to season 18 winner Just Sam last May. Also in the mix is Louis Knight, who missed making the Top 5 and Makayla Phillips who was unlucky enough to be ousted when the Top 11 was pared down to seven. The other contenders in “The Comeback” special hosted by Ryan Seacrest and airing on April 19 are all...
- 4/19/2021
- by Denton Davidson and Paul Sheehan
- Gold Derby
Season 19 of “American Idol” is giving one of the season 18 also-rans a second chance at glory. Ten of last year’s contestants compete on the April 19 episode of “American Idol” for a chance to join the Top 10. Among these hopefuls is Arthur Gunn, who fell just short of the mark and was named runner-up to season 18 winner Just Sam last May.
Also in the mix is Louis Knight, who missed making the Top 5 and Makayla Phillips who was unlucky enough to be ousted when the Top 11 was pared down to seven. The other contenders in “The Comeback” special hosted by Ryan Seacrest and airing on April 19 are all drawn from the Top 20.
The winner of the comeback will round out the Top 10. They will join these Top 12 contenders who made the cut on April 18: Alyssa Wray, Caleb Kennedy, Casey Bishop, Cassandra Coleman, Chayce Beckham, Deshawn Goncalves, Grace Kinstler, Hunter Metts and Willie Spence.
Also in the mix is Louis Knight, who missed making the Top 5 and Makayla Phillips who was unlucky enough to be ousted when the Top 11 was pared down to seven. The other contenders in “The Comeback” special hosted by Ryan Seacrest and airing on April 19 are all drawn from the Top 20.
The winner of the comeback will round out the Top 10. They will join these Top 12 contenders who made the cut on April 18: Alyssa Wray, Caleb Kennedy, Casey Bishop, Cassandra Coleman, Chayce Beckham, Deshawn Goncalves, Grace Kinstler, Hunter Metts and Willie Spence.
- 4/19/2021
- by Paul Sheehan
- Gold Derby
Twist alert! During the April 12, 2021 episode of “American Idol” Season 19, host Ryan Seacrest sent shockwaves through “Idol” nation when he announced the “biggest shakeup” in the show’s 20-year history. “Since they didn’t get their moment last year [due to the Covid-19 pandemic], we’re inviting 10 finalists back from last season to finally perform on the big stage,” he revealed. “You get to vote one of them into this season’s competition. Great, right?” Umm, that’s to be determined.
Mark your calendars for Monday, April 19, as that’s when the former artists will come out of quarantine to crash ABC’s reality TV show. The winner of the audience vote will join Season 19’s Top 9 singers to create what Seacrest calls the most “unique Top 10 we have ever had.” Scroll through our photos above for a refresher on these 10 “American Idol” comeback contestants.
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Mark your calendars for Monday, April 19, as that’s when the former artists will come out of quarantine to crash ABC’s reality TV show. The winner of the audience vote will join Season 19’s Top 9 singers to create what Seacrest calls the most “unique Top 10 we have ever had.” Scroll through our photos above for a refresher on these 10 “American Idol” comeback contestants.
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- 4/13/2021
- by Marcus James Dixon
- Gold Derby
American Idol is throwing a major curveball at its Season 19 contestants: Only nine of them will advance to the Top 10 later this spring, with the final spot going to a contestant from last season.
ABC announced Monday that 10 singers from Season 18 — including runner-up Arthur Gunn — will return to Idol and compete for a spot in the current season’s Top 10. As executive producer and showrunner Trish Kinane told Billboard, the show wanted to give Season 18’s contestants a chance to perform on the big Idol stage, after the coronavirus pandemic forced live shows to happen remotely from singers’ homes last year.
ABC announced Monday that 10 singers from Season 18 — including runner-up Arthur Gunn — will return to Idol and compete for a spot in the current season’s Top 10. As executive producer and showrunner Trish Kinane told Billboard, the show wanted to give Season 18’s contestants a chance to perform on the big Idol stage, after the coronavirus pandemic forced live shows to happen remotely from singers’ homes last year.
- 4/12/2021
- by Rebecca Iannucci
- TVLine.com
“A Golden Buzzer moment. That’s the epitome of ‘Agt,'” proclaims “America’s Got Talent” judge Howie Mandel during Tuesday’s 15th anniversary special. NBC’s reality TV program is taking a temporary break from the competition to air this two-hour retrospective chronicling the 15 most viral acts in “Agt” history. Terry Crews hosts the quarantine-produced clip show, which airs August 4 at 8:00 Pt/Et. In Gold Derby’s exclusive video (watch above), Howie and the other judges recall all of the best Golden Buzzers who’ve made a lasting impact on viewers through the years.
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Heidi Klum remarks on how she loves watching “the joy that you see on people’s face” when the button is pushed and the golden confetti starts raining down from the ceiling. Earlier this season, Heidi pushed her button for soul singer Cristina Rae.
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Heidi Klum remarks on how she loves watching “the joy that you see on people’s face” when the button is pushed and the golden confetti starts raining down from the ceiling. Earlier this season, Heidi pushed her button for soul singer Cristina Rae.
- 8/4/2020
- by Marcus James Dixon
- Gold Derby
“My hands are still shaking and my heart is racing a hundred miles an hour,” Heidi Klum proclaimed just moments after hitting her “America’s Got Talent” Golden Buzzer in the third episode for soul singer Cristina Rae. The popular German judge admitted she “didn’t even want” to push her Golden Buzzer so soon in the audition process because there were still “so many more days” left to go in the competition. (Watch the video interview above.) Luckily Heidi pressed the button when she did, because she soon fell ill and had to be temporarily replaced on the panel by Eric Stonestreet.
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Heidi thought to herself that she would “wait till next week or the week after” to push her Golden Buzzer. “But no, Cristina Rae is just belting it out,” she continued, “and her range is...
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Heidi thought to herself that she would “wait till next week or the week after” to push her Golden Buzzer. “But no, Cristina Rae is just belting it out,” she continued, “and her range is...
- 6/10/2020
- by Marcus James Dixon
- Gold Derby
The longest-serving female judge on “America’s Got Talent” has returned to take her seat on the panel. Heidi Klum, age 47, originally served as a judge between 2013 and 2018, plus her two seasons on “Agt: The Champions.” She joined up with recurring judges Simon Cowell and Howie Mandel as well as newbie Sofia Vergara in the Season 15 premiere, which aired on NBC two weeks ago. Are you happy the German model, businesswoman and “Making the Cut” host is back on “Agt” for this summer cycle? Vote in our poll below.
Already this season Heidi has made headlines for kissing a pig and for boosting the confidence of contortionist Frenchie Babyy, whose parents didn’t approve of his wild dancing. But that’s not all. Heidi told Gold Derby exclusively that she got to press her Golden Buzzer for a deserving act before the coronavirus pandemic temporarily shut down production. “I was very...
Already this season Heidi has made headlines for kissing a pig and for boosting the confidence of contortionist Frenchie Babyy, whose parents didn’t approve of his wild dancing. But that’s not all. Heidi told Gold Derby exclusively that she got to press her Golden Buzzer for a deserving act before the coronavirus pandemic temporarily shut down production. “I was very...
- 6/9/2020
- by Marcus James Dixon
- Gold Derby
Thirty-five years after Lionel Richie blessed us with “We Are the World,” the American Idol judge has released an updated version of his feel-good anthem with the help of some iconic contestants of seasons past.
The new rendition made its TV debut during Sunday’s Idol finale, as the Top 11 of Season 18 — Arthur Gunn, Dillon James, Francisco Martin, Grace Leer, Jonny West, Jovin Webb, Julia Gargano, Just Sam, Louis Knight, Makayla Phillips and Sophia James — joined an impressive list of previous winners and finalists.
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The new rendition made its TV debut during Sunday’s Idol finale, as the Top 11 of Season 18 — Arthur Gunn, Dillon James, Francisco Martin, Grace Leer, Jonny West, Jovin Webb, Julia Gargano, Just Sam, Louis Knight, Makayla Phillips and Sophia James — joined an impressive list of previous winners and finalists.
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- 5/18/2020
- TVLine.com
On the May 10 episode of “American Idol,” the Top 7 sang two songs apiece: one in honor of Mother’s Day and another from the Disney catalog. Only five of the seven contestants will make it through to Sunday’s finale based on their votes from the public. We asked for your predictions as to which of these finalists will go all the way to win season 18 on May 17.
“American Idol” fans remain divided between two of the artists: Arthur Gunn has 31% of the viewers vote as of this writing and Just Sam is at 21%. Each is up by four points from last week, as they split the support for the four eliminated contestants: Sophia James, Grace Leer, Makayla Phillips and Jovin Webb.
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Of the other five contenders for the season 18 title, only three enjoy double digit support: Jonny West (14%), Dillon James...
“American Idol” fans remain divided between two of the artists: Arthur Gunn has 31% of the viewers vote as of this writing and Just Sam is at 21%. Each is up by four points from last week, as they split the support for the four eliminated contestants: Sophia James, Grace Leer, Makayla Phillips and Jovin Webb.
See ‘American Idol’ Winners: Where Are They Now (Seasons 1 – 17)?
Of the other five contenders for the season 18 title, only three enjoy double digit support: Jonny West (14%), Dillon James...
- 5/15/2020
- by Paul Sheehan
- Gold Derby
During the Sunday, May 10 episode of “American Idol,” host Ryan Seacrest announced that Dillon James was one of the Top 7 contestants still in the running to join the reality TV show’s iconic winners list. This 26-year-old performed “Our Town” (“Cars”) from home in Bakersfield, California as viewers and judges Katy Perry, Luke Bryan and Lionel Richie watched remotely from locations around the country. If you want Dillon to make it into next week’s Season 18 finale, you need to vote before the cutoff time at 9am Et/6am Pt on Monday, May 11.
You can cast up to 30 votes for Dillon James’s Disney night performance across three different platforms: 10 votes on the “American Idol” app, 10 votes online at americanidol.com/vote or 10 votes via text messages (text the number “15” to 21523). Message and data rates may apply for app download and usage. Voting is open Right Now, so what are you waiting for?...
You can cast up to 30 votes for Dillon James’s Disney night performance across three different platforms: 10 votes on the “American Idol” app, 10 votes online at americanidol.com/vote or 10 votes via text messages (text the number “15” to 21523). Message and data rates may apply for app download and usage. Voting is open Right Now, so what are you waiting for?...
- 5/11/2020
- by Marcus James Dixon
- Gold Derby
The dream that these seven singers wished did come true. Sunday’s American Idol marked the ever-popular Disney Night, sending four contestants packing in the process.
Prior to Sunday’s episode, TVLine readers predicted that Jovin Webb, Grace Leer, Louis Knight and Sophia James would be eliminated this week. Were they right? Let’s take a look at the seven singers moving forward and find out:
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Prior to Sunday’s episode, TVLine readers predicted that Jovin Webb, Grace Leer, Louis Knight and Sophia James would be eliminated this week. Were they right? Let’s take a look at the seven singers moving forward and find out:
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- 5/11/2020
- TVLine.com
“American Idol” voting for the final three opens at the end of the live show on Sunday, May 10. With the voting window closing just hours later on Monday morning (6 am Pt/9 am Et), you need to be ready. But don’t worry. We’ve got all the details of how you can have your say in choosing the season 18 winner of “American Idol.”
There are three ways to cast your ballot: via the app, online and by text. You can reallocate your votes throughout the show or afterwards based on the performances and comments by judges Luke Bryan, Katy Perry and Lionel Richie; just be sure to hit save each time that you do so.
Remember, you get 10 votes per method for each contestant. This translates into 30 votes for each of the Top 7 that you want to see in the “American Idol” finale on Sunday, May 17. To vote via the...
There are three ways to cast your ballot: via the app, online and by text. You can reallocate your votes throughout the show or afterwards based on the performances and comments by judges Luke Bryan, Katy Perry and Lionel Richie; just be sure to hit save each time that you do so.
Remember, you get 10 votes per method for each contestant. This translates into 30 votes for each of the Top 7 that you want to see in the “American Idol” finale on Sunday, May 17. To vote via the...
- 5/11/2020
- by Paul Sheehan
- Gold Derby
“American Idol” season 18 only has three weeks of live shows. The winner will be revealed at the end of the two-hour finale on May 17. A whopping 21 contestants made the cut and got to sing for America’s votes. Only 11 of them made the cut and got to contend on the first live show last Sunday. This week, four of them found out that they did not number among the Top 7: Sophia James, Grace Leer, Makayla Phillips and Jovin Webb.
On May 10, the lucky seven to survive to the second live show got to sing again for the three judges — Luke Bryan, Katy Perry and Lionel Richie — and the country. Who do you want to see win season 18 of “American Idol”? Cast your vote in the poll below and then sound off with your thoughts on the season so far in the comments section.
Each of the Top 7 will perform live from their home.
On May 10, the lucky seven to survive to the second live show got to sing again for the three judges — Luke Bryan, Katy Perry and Lionel Richie — and the country. Who do you want to see win season 18 of “American Idol”? Cast your vote in the poll below and then sound off with your thoughts on the season so far in the comments section.
Each of the Top 7 will perform live from their home.
- 5/11/2020
- by Paul Sheehan
- Gold Derby
The May 10 episode of “American Idol” will see the Top 11 cut down to a lucky seven artists who will still be in the running for the season 18 title. The 11 artists hoping to sing on the second live show of the season are: Samantha Diaz (“Just Sam”), Julia Gargano, Arthur Gunn, Dillon James, Sophia James (Wackerman), Louis Knight, Grace Leer, Francisco Martin, Makayla Phillips, Jovin Webb and Jonny West .
Only seven of them will learn from host Ryan Seacrest that they number among America’s favorites and will get to sing two songs on Sunday: one of these tunes will celebrate Disney Night while the other will be in tribute to their mothers. As with last week, the three judges — Luke Bryan, Katy Perry and Lionel Richie — will be watching from their respective homes and will weigh in with their thougts.
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Only seven of them will learn from host Ryan Seacrest that they number among America’s favorites and will get to sing two songs on Sunday: one of these tunes will celebrate Disney Night while the other will be in tribute to their mothers. As with last week, the three judges — Luke Bryan, Katy Perry and Lionel Richie — will be watching from their respective homes and will weigh in with their thougts.
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- 5/10/2020
- by Denton Davidson and Paul Sheehan
- Gold Derby
For the first time ever, the Top 11 contestants on “American Idol” performed from the comfort of their own homes amid the current Covid-19 pandemic. Each of the artists was sent state-of-the-art equipment that allowed them to sing for America’s vote on Sunday, May 3. Judges Katy Perry, Lionel Richie and Luke Bryan continued to critique the performances from their own homes while Ryan Seacrest hosted.
On Sunday, May 10 the field of 11 will be cut down to the Top 7 and they will compete for America’s votes by singing a tune from the Disney songbook. But who has the best shot at moving forward? Check out our official Power Rankings of the five women who remain in the field. These rankings are based on their most recent performances and overall progress in the competition. Who has momentum after Sunday’s performances? And who may be in danger of elimination? Below are...
On Sunday, May 10 the field of 11 will be cut down to the Top 7 and they will compete for America’s votes by singing a tune from the Disney songbook. But who has the best shot at moving forward? Check out our official Power Rankings of the five women who remain in the field. These rankings are based on their most recent performances and overall progress in the competition. Who has momentum after Sunday’s performances? And who may be in danger of elimination? Below are...
- 5/10/2020
- by Denton Davidson
- Gold Derby
Eleven singers remain in the running to win ABC’s American Idol, and with Disney Night fast approaching (Sunday, 8/7c), we have a pretty good idea which contestants’ dreams will come true.
Last Sunday’s episode cut the number of contestants in half, presenting the Top 10 of Season 18. But Katy Perry, Lionel Richie and Luke Bryan felt strongly enough about Makayla Phillips to use their only Judges’ Save of the season to keep her in the competition for at least another week.
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Last Sunday’s episode cut the number of contestants in half, presenting the Top 10 of Season 18. But Katy Perry, Lionel Richie and Luke Bryan felt strongly enough about Makayla Phillips to use their only Judges’ Save of the season to keep her in the competition for at least another week.
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- 5/9/2020
- TVLine.com
“American Idol” fans have made their second round of predictions at Gold Derby. As a group, they believe that the four singers who will be eliminated on May 10 are: Sophia James, Grace Leer, Makayla Phillips and Jovin Webb. Do you agree or disagree with our readers’ choices? There’s still time to make your predictions before the Top 7 is revealed by Ryan Seacrest on the live edition of “American Idol” on Sunday night, so get started now.
The Top 11 finalists performed last Sunday for judges Katy Perry, Lionel Richie and Luke Bryan. Only a lucky seven will advance based on America’s overnight vote. That will mean the end of the road for four contestants. See more “American Idol” odds and rankings.
Here’s a recap of this quartet’s performances on season 18 of “American Idol.”
Sophia James
Audition: “Water” by Bishop Briggs
Hollywood Duet: “Somebody That I Used to...
The Top 11 finalists performed last Sunday for judges Katy Perry, Lionel Richie and Luke Bryan. Only a lucky seven will advance based on America’s overnight vote. That will mean the end of the road for four contestants. See more “American Idol” odds and rankings.
Here’s a recap of this quartet’s performances on season 18 of “American Idol.”
Sophia James
Audition: “Water” by Bishop Briggs
Hollywood Duet: “Somebody That I Used to...
- 5/9/2020
- by Paul Sheehan
- Gold Derby
Season 18 of “American Idol” has finally entered the live shows, which is where the power shifts from judges Katy Perry, Luke Bryan and Lionel Richie to viewers at home. Based on America’s votes, the Top 20 were pared down to the Top 11 on Sunday night, which means we’re getting even closer to finding out who will join the winners list that includes superstars like Kelly Clarkson, Carrie Underwood and Laine Hardy. Who do You think it will be? Hurry and make your predictions in Gold Derby’s predictions center. It’s fun and easy — start right now!
Each week the eligible user with the highest prediction accuracy will win a $100 Amazon gift card, eternal bragging rights and a spot on our “American Idol” leaderboard. (See our contest rules.) It’s free to register for an account via email, Facebook, Google or Twitter, so what are you waiting for?
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Each week the eligible user with the highest prediction accuracy will win a $100 Amazon gift card, eternal bragging rights and a spot on our “American Idol” leaderboard. (See our contest rules.) It’s free to register for an account via email, Facebook, Google or Twitter, so what are you waiting for?
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- 5/4/2020
- by Marcus James Dixon
- Gold Derby
During the Sunday, May 3 episode of “American Idol,” Makayla Phillips was saved at the last minute by judges Katy Perry, Luke Bryan and Lionel Richie as nine others went home. As a member of the Top 11, can Makayla now go on to join the reality TV show’s iconic winners list? This 17-year-old former “America’s Got Talent” contestant performed Miranda Lambert‘s “The House That Built Me” from home in Temecula, California as viewers and judges watched remotely from locations around the country. If you want Makayla to make it into next week’s Top 7, you need to vote before the cutoff time at 9am Et/6am Pt on Monday, May 4.
You can cast up to 30 votes for Makayla Phillips across three different platforms: 10 votes on the “American Idol” app, 10 votes online at americanidol.com/vote or 10 votes via text messages (text the number “6” to 21523). Message and data rates may...
You can cast up to 30 votes for Makayla Phillips across three different platforms: 10 votes on the “American Idol” app, 10 votes online at americanidol.com/vote or 10 votes via text messages (text the number “6” to 21523). Message and data rates may...
- 5/4/2020
- by Marcus James Dixon
- Gold Derby
“American Idol” voting for the Top 8 begins towards the end of the live show on Sunday, May 3. As you will only have until earlyy Monday morning (6 am Pt/9 am Et) to weigh in with your choice for the season 18 winner, you need to be ready. There are three ways to make your voice heard: online, by app or via text. You can vote up to 10 times per method for each artist. This means you can cast up to 30 votes for each and every contestant that you want to see make it into the Top 8.
To vote via the app — which is available for download on both the Apple App Store and Google Play — or online at AmericanIdol.com/vote; you have to be at least 16 years of age and resident in the U.S., Puerto Rico or the Virgin Islands. Remember, you can reallocate your votes throughout the show or...
To vote via the app — which is available for download on both the Apple App Store and Google Play — or online at AmericanIdol.com/vote; you have to be at least 16 years of age and resident in the U.S., Puerto Rico or the Virgin Islands. Remember, you can reallocate your votes throughout the show or...
- 5/4/2020
- by Paul Sheehan
- Gold Derby
“American Idol” will crown the season 18 winner at the end of the live two-hour finale on May 17. The Top 11 contestants were revealed at the top of the first live show of the season on May 3. Ten were chosen by viewers from the Top 20 while one was saved by the three judges — Luke Bryan, Katy Perry and Lionel Richie.
The nine sent packing were: Faith Becnel, Franklin Boone, DeWayne Crocker, Jr., Cyniah Elise, Kimmy Gabriella, Aliana Jester, Nick Merico, Lauren Spencer Smith, and Olivia Ximines. Who do you want to win season 18 of “American Idol”? Make your voice heard by voting in the poll below and then sounding off in the comments section with your thoughts on the season to date.
Each of the artists will perform live from their home. To ensure an even playing field, each was sent the same set of camera and lighting equipment. Just as the artists are housebound,...
The nine sent packing were: Faith Becnel, Franklin Boone, DeWayne Crocker, Jr., Cyniah Elise, Kimmy Gabriella, Aliana Jester, Nick Merico, Lauren Spencer Smith, and Olivia Ximines. Who do you want to win season 18 of “American Idol”? Make your voice heard by voting in the poll below and then sounding off in the comments section with your thoughts on the season to date.
Each of the artists will perform live from their home. To ensure an even playing field, each was sent the same set of camera and lighting equipment. Just as the artists are housebound,...
- 5/4/2020
- by Paul Sheehan
- Gold Derby
The May 3 episode of “American Idol” will see the Top 20 cut down to the final 11 artists still in contention for the season 18 title. The 20 artists hoping to sing on the first live show of the season are: Faith Becnal, Franklin Boone, Dewayne Crocker, Jr., Samantha Diaz (“Just Sam”), Cyniah Elise, Kimmy Gabriela, Julia Gargano, Arthur Gunn, Aliana Jester, Dillon James, Louis Knight, Grace Leer, Francisco Martin, Nick Merico, Makayla Phillips, Lauren Spencer Smith, Sophia Wackerman, Jovin Webb, Jonny West and Olivia Ximines.
Ten of them will hear from host Ryan Seacrest that they number among America’s favorites and have earned places in the Top 11. The three judges — Luke Bryan, Katy Perry and Lionel Richie — will confer and throw a lifeline to one artist from the remaining 10 who will get to round out the Top 11. Each of them will sing live from their home in the hopes of winning enough...
Ten of them will hear from host Ryan Seacrest that they number among America’s favorites and have earned places in the Top 11. The three judges — Luke Bryan, Katy Perry and Lionel Richie — will confer and throw a lifeline to one artist from the remaining 10 who will get to round out the Top 11. Each of them will sing live from their home in the hopes of winning enough...
- 5/3/2020
- by Denton Davidson and Paul Sheehan
- Gold Derby
For the first time ever, the Top 20 contestants on “American Idol” performed from the comfort of their own homes amid the current Covid-19 pandemic. Each of the artists was sent state-of-the-art equipment that allowed them to sing for America’s vote on Sunday, April 26. Judges Katy Perry, Lionel Richie and Luke Bryan continued to critique the performances from their own homes while Ryan Seacrest hosted.
On Sunday, May 3 the field of 20 will be cut in half and the Top 10 will sing live. But who has the best shot at moving forward? Check out our official Power Rankings of the 11 women who remain in the field. These rankings are based on their most recent performances and overall progress in the competition. Who has momentum after Sunday’s performances? And who may be in danger of elimination? Below are our rankings based on who is most likely to advance.
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On Sunday, May 3 the field of 20 will be cut in half and the Top 10 will sing live. But who has the best shot at moving forward? Check out our official Power Rankings of the 11 women who remain in the field. These rankings are based on their most recent performances and overall progress in the competition. Who has momentum after Sunday’s performances? And who may be in danger of elimination? Below are our rankings based on who is most likely to advance.
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- 5/3/2020
- by Denton Davidson
- Gold Derby
American Idol stayed true to its name on Sunday, broadcasting from nearly every corner of the country as the Top 20 contestants of Season 18 performed for viewers’ votes from the comforts of their own (occasionally stunning!) homes.
The 20 remaining singers, as formally revealed last week, were sent special packages — each contained three iPhones for multiple angles, as well as professional microphone and lighting kits — which they used to convert their homes into makeshift performance venues.
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The 20 remaining singers, as formally revealed last week, were sent special packages — each contained three iPhones for multiple angles, as well as professional microphone and lighting kits — which they used to convert their homes into makeshift performance venues.
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- 4/27/2020
- TVLine.com
“American Idol” wasn’t about to let the Covid-19 pandemic stop America from voting for the season 18 winner. The producers have sent the same set of camera equipment and lighting to each of the Top 20 contestants. Just as the artists are housebound, so are the three judges — Luke Bryan, Katy Perry and Lionel Richie — who will weigh in with their thoughts live. You can have your say too by voting in the poll below.
The Top 20 will compete in a special episode slated to air on April 26. The Top 10 will perform on May 3 in the first of three live shows (all branded “Live Coast to Coast Feed”) hosted, as ever, by Ryan Seacrest. The season 18 “American Idol” winner will be crowned on the May 17 finale.
We were originally supposed to have six live shows, starting with a Top 14 on April 12. The Top 10 were to take to the stage on April...
The Top 20 will compete in a special episode slated to air on April 26. The Top 10 will perform on May 3 in the first of three live shows (all branded “Live Coast to Coast Feed”) hosted, as ever, by Ryan Seacrest. The season 18 “American Idol” winner will be crowned on the May 17 finale.
We were originally supposed to have six live shows, starting with a Top 14 on April 12. The Top 10 were to take to the stage on April...
- 4/27/2020
- by Paul Sheehan
- Gold Derby
‘American Idol’ recap: Top 20 sing for America’s votes on Night 13 of Season 18 [Updating Live Blog]
Ten weeks after the third season of “American Idol” hosted by Ryan Seacrest began on ABC, America finally gets a chance to vote as the Top 20 perform on the April 26 episode. As the coronavirus caused the cancellation of the live shows at the studio, the contestants will be performing from their homes. This change in venue means they will have to shine vocally, instead of relying on the production values and the live audience to stand out from their competition.
The three judges — Luke Bryan, Katy Perry and Lionel Richie — will weigh in with their thoughts from the comfort of their homes. To date, they have been the ones who decided who went forward in the competition, handing out golden tickets to Hollywood to more than 15o contestants. These would-be winners then competed both individually and in groups before the judges decided on the Top 40. In turn, this two score of talent travelled to Hawaii,...
The three judges — Luke Bryan, Katy Perry and Lionel Richie — will weigh in with their thoughts from the comfort of their homes. To date, they have been the ones who decided who went forward in the competition, handing out golden tickets to Hollywood to more than 15o contestants. These would-be winners then competed both individually and in groups before the judges decided on the Top 40. In turn, this two score of talent travelled to Hawaii,...
- 4/26/2020
- by Denton Davidson and Paul Sheehan
- Gold Derby
Show support for your favorite artist in the Top 20 of “American Idol” by casting a vote for them during the first live show of season 18 on Sunday, April 26. We have dug some digging and discovered the various methods by which you can make your voice heard. Scroll down for all the voting details.
As he did for 15 season on Fox, Ryan Seacrest is hosting this revival on ABC. The three returning judges — Luke Bryan, Katy Perry and Lionel Richie — decided on the finalists. Which of these 20 artists — — do you want to see go all the way and be the American Idol” season 18 winner?
You can cast up to 10 votes per artist in each of three ways: online at AmericanIdol.com/vote; in the official app, which is available for download on the Apple App Store and Google Play; and via text. You must be at least 16 years of age and in the U.
As he did for 15 season on Fox, Ryan Seacrest is hosting this revival on ABC. The three returning judges — Luke Bryan, Katy Perry and Lionel Richie — decided on the finalists. Which of these 20 artists — — do you want to see go all the way and be the American Idol” season 18 winner?
You can cast up to 10 votes per artist in each of three ways: online at AmericanIdol.com/vote; in the official app, which is available for download on the Apple App Store and Google Play; and via text. You must be at least 16 years of age and in the U.
- 4/26/2020
- by Paul Sheehan
- Gold Derby
Sometimes it pays to be a pack rat. Just ask “American Idol” host Ryan Seacrest.
As most fans know, the ongoing coronavirus epidemic has changed the way that the 20 finalists will compete on live shows this season. Just to be safe, they are filming the contestants from the safety of their own homes in towns across North America, including Canada.
Throughout, the three judges — Lionel Richie, Katy Perry and Lionel Richie — will share their critiques from the safety of their own domiciles on a special episode airing on April 26. In all, filming will be done in 25 locales when you include mentor Bobby Bones and Ryan. The Top 10 will perform on May 3 in the first of three live shows. Season 18’s winner will be announced on the May 17 finale.
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As most fans know, the ongoing coronavirus epidemic has changed the way that the 20 finalists will compete on live shows this season. Just to be safe, they are filming the contestants from the safety of their own homes in towns across North America, including Canada.
Throughout, the three judges — Lionel Richie, Katy Perry and Lionel Richie — will share their critiques from the safety of their own domiciles on a special episode airing on April 26. In all, filming will be done in 25 locales when you include mentor Bobby Bones and Ryan. The Top 10 will perform on May 3 in the first of three live shows. Season 18’s winner will be announced on the May 17 finale.
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- 4/22/2020
- by Susan Wloszczyna
- Gold Derby
“I’ve been working every single day, just nonstop singing,” says Makayla Phillips, a 17-year old student from Temecula, California with hopes of becoming the next “American Idol.” Makayla auditioned in 2017, but happened to be two weeks too young to participate. Now Makayla is one of 20 Season 18 finalists featured on the “American Idol” special, “This is Me” airing on April 12 and April 19 on ABC.
Besides being about music, “American Idol” is about people, their stories and their dreams. Host Ryan Seacrest narrates this deep dive into the contestants where we hear more personal stories, see highlights from their audition process and learn what it took for them to convince judges Katy Perry, Lionel Richie and Luke Bryan to select them as finalists.
“Every day since I was a little girl I’ve dreamed of winning ‘American Idol,'” says the teenager. “I used to have Barbie dolls and I would...
Besides being about music, “American Idol” is about people, their stories and their dreams. Host Ryan Seacrest narrates this deep dive into the contestants where we hear more personal stories, see highlights from their audition process and learn what it took for them to convince judges Katy Perry, Lionel Richie and Luke Bryan to select them as finalists.
“Every day since I was a little girl I’ve dreamed of winning ‘American Idol,'” says the teenager. “I used to have Barbie dolls and I would...
- 4/21/2020
- by Denton Davidson
- Gold Derby
Following the Hawaii showcase for Season 18 of “American Idol,” Lauren Mascitti and Grace Leer were awaiting their fates when some explosive news arrived. Only one of them could advance to the Top 20, but judges Katy Perry, Lionel Richie and Luke Bryan couldn’t make a decision. Instead they left it up to America to decide and the contestant moving forward was revealed on the second “This Is Me” episode airing April 19 on ABC.
Lauren (a registered nurse) and Grace (who works in technology sales) are both 28-year old country singers currently living in Nashville, Tennessee. Lauren impressed the judges throughout the auditions with her original compositions and traditional country sound. In Hawaii she sang “Two More Bottles of Wine” by Emmylou Harris in hopes of cracking the Top 20. Grace, who got her start on “American Juniors” 17 years ago, is the more powerful vocalist and took on “(You Make Me Feel...
Lauren (a registered nurse) and Grace (who works in technology sales) are both 28-year old country singers currently living in Nashville, Tennessee. Lauren impressed the judges throughout the auditions with her original compositions and traditional country sound. In Hawaii she sang “Two More Bottles of Wine” by Emmylou Harris in hopes of cracking the Top 20. Grace, who got her start on “American Juniors” 17 years ago, is the more powerful vocalist and took on “(You Make Me Feel...
- 4/20/2020
- by Denton Davidson
- Gold Derby
In addition to solidifying this season’s Top 20, Sunday’s episode of American Idol also gave us a preview of how the live performances will look moving forward.
Following another two-hour block of behind-the-scenes footage, the show took us to Ryan Seacrest’s living room, where the host announced whether America decided to send Grace Leer or Lauren Mascitti through to the next round. Though the big reveal wasn’t recorded live, the consistently clear video quality of Grace and Lauren’s home streams was still somewhat encouraging as we prepare to head into months of episodes filmed remotely.
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Following another two-hour block of behind-the-scenes footage, the show took us to Ryan Seacrest’s living room, where the host announced whether America decided to send Grace Leer or Lauren Mascitti through to the next round. Though the big reveal wasn’t recorded live, the consistently clear video quality of Grace and Lauren’s home streams was still somewhat encouraging as we prepare to head into months of episodes filmed remotely.
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- 4/20/2020
- TVLine.com
Sorry, Lauren Mascitti and Grace Leer, but “American Idol” only has room for one of you in Season 18. Last week viewers were tasked with voting one of these aspiring country singers into the Top 20, and we’ll all find out who received the most votes when the second “This Is Me” episode airs Sunday, April 19 on ABC. Think of it as the first official vote results episode of the 2020 cycle. This will also serve as the last episode of “American Idol” before the live shows, which have been indefinitely delayed due to the coronavirus pandemic.
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Besides their love of country music, Lauren (a registered nurse) and Grace (who works in technology sales) have something else in common: they’re both 28 years old and currently living in Nashville, Tennessee. Lauren impressed the...
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Besides their love of country music, Lauren (a registered nurse) and Grace (who works in technology sales) have something else in common: they’re both 28 years old and currently living in Nashville, Tennessee. Lauren impressed the...
- 4/15/2020
- by Marcus James Dixon
- Gold Derby
The Top 21 contestants for Season 18 of “American Idol” have been chosen by judges Katy Perry, Lionel Richie and Luke Bryan. Following regional auditions, 167 contestants received a golden ticket and competed in Hollywood Week where they were narrowed down to a field of 40. Those 40 artists performed in a showcase at the Disney Aulauni Resort and Spa in Hawaii and from that select group, 21 singers were chosen to advance and compete for America’s vote. See our official Power Rankings for the Top 12 women still in the running to become the Season 18 champion below.
Prior to singing for America, an unprecedented early vote will take place to eliminate one of two contestants: Lauren Mascitti or Grace Leer. Following the Hawaii showcase, the judges could not come to a definitive conclusion on which of these country singers should advance, so they left it up to voters at home to decide. Before the Top 20 sing for America’s vote,...
Prior to singing for America, an unprecedented early vote will take place to eliminate one of two contestants: Lauren Mascitti or Grace Leer. Following the Hawaii showcase, the judges could not come to a definitive conclusion on which of these country singers should advance, so they left it up to voters at home to decide. Before the Top 20 sing for America’s vote,...
- 4/12/2020
- by Denton Davidson
- Gold Derby
The final contestant to make the Top 20 on season 18 of “American Idol” will be either Grace Leer or Lauren Mascitti. As Ryan Seacrest revealed at the end of the April 5 episode, viewers will get to decide which of these women moves on in the competition. Who do you want it to be? Cast your vote in our poll below and then sound off in the comments section with your thoughts.
Both of these contenders to win “American Idol” season 18 are 28 years old and now live in Nashville.
Grace hails from San Francisco and was a semi-finalist on the short-lived series “American Idol Juniors” when she was all of 11 in 2003. She is the frontwoman of a band that also includes her long-time pal Kyle Clouse, who accompanied her on guitar at her audition. For her showcase song, Grace went with an Aretha Franklin classic, “(You Make Me Feel Like) A Natural Woman.
Both of these contenders to win “American Idol” season 18 are 28 years old and now live in Nashville.
Grace hails from San Francisco and was a semi-finalist on the short-lived series “American Idol Juniors” when she was all of 11 in 2003. She is the frontwoman of a band that also includes her long-time pal Kyle Clouse, who accompanied her on guitar at her audition. For her showcase song, Grace went with an Aretha Franklin classic, “(You Make Me Feel Like) A Natural Woman.
- 4/6/2020
- by Paul Sheehan
- Gold Derby
“American Idol” revealed the Top 21 on the April 5 episode, which concluded the showcase section of the competition. In these shows taped in Hawaii weeks ago, the Top 40 were divided into two groups. Each one of these hopefuls then had to perform in front of judges Luke Bryan, Katy Perry and Lionel Richie.
That trio of talent then determined if each contestant deserved a place in the Top 21. Which of these contestants do you think deserves to win “American Idol” season 18? Cast your vote in the poll below and then sound off in the comments section as to your choice for champ.
Due to the current coronavirus pandemic, the live shows have been axed. But “American Idol” viewers will still get to decide the winner. Ryan Seacrest says details are still being worked out but expect to be able to watch live performances and hear comments from the judges in real-time before fan voting lines open.
That trio of talent then determined if each contestant deserved a place in the Top 21. Which of these contestants do you think deserves to win “American Idol” season 18? Cast your vote in the poll below and then sound off in the comments section as to your choice for champ.
Due to the current coronavirus pandemic, the live shows have been axed. But “American Idol” viewers will still get to decide the winner. Ryan Seacrest says details are still being worked out but expect to be able to watch live performances and hear comments from the judges in real-time before fan voting lines open.
- 4/6/2020
- by Paul Sheehan
- Gold Derby
At the end of Sunday’s final Hawaii showcase episode of “American Idol” Season 18, host Ryan Seacrest introduced an exciting new twist to ABC’s reality TV show. Instead of a Top 20, this year there will be a Top 21! Judges Katy Perry, Lionel Richie and Luke Bryan couldn’t decide between Lauren Mascitti or Grace Leer for who would earn the last spot in the live shows, so they left it up to viewers watching at home. Read on for all the info you need on how to vote Lauren or Grace into the Top 20.
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The easiest way to vote is at americanidol.com/vote or the “American Idol” app. If you’d rather text your votes, text either name — “Lauren” or “Grace” — to 21523. You have to be at least 16 years...
SEEWhich ‘American Idol’ runner-up did You say was robbed? The votes are in and it wasn’t even close [Poll Results]
The easiest way to vote is at americanidol.com/vote or the “American Idol” app. If you’d rather text your votes, text either name — “Lauren” or “Grace” — to 21523. You have to be at least 16 years...
- 4/6/2020
- by Marcus James Dixon
- Gold Derby
What is with American Idol and cliffhangers this season? After making us wait a whole week to learn of Dillon James’ fate, the show threw yet another curveball on Sunday, extending the battle for the Top 20 — and moving it to a totally new arena.
With only one spot remaining, the judges revealed that they can’t (and won’t!) choose between the two remaining contestants, Grace Leer and Lauren Mascitti. In the judges’ defense, both women are 28-year-old country powerhouses from Nashville, so comparisons are bound to be drawn. That said, I’m not really sure why they weren’t...
With only one spot remaining, the judges revealed that they can’t (and won’t!) choose between the two remaining contestants, Grace Leer and Lauren Mascitti. In the judges’ defense, both women are 28-year-old country powerhouses from Nashville, so comparisons are bound to be drawn. That said, I’m not really sure why they weren’t...
- 4/6/2020
- TVLine.com
Makayla Phillips is a frontrunner to win season 18 of “American Idol.” This talented teen is a veteran of reality TV. Two years ago she reached the semi-finals of “America’s Got Talent” before being eliminated in the audience vote. She got that far in the competition courtesy of one of the “Agt” judges, Heidi Klum.
Klum had been so taken with Makayla at her audition that she pressed the Golden Buzzer, sending this soft-spoken teenager straight through to the live shows. Watch that moment in the video above. You’ll see how nervous Makayla is before she raises her voice in song. Miraculously all her shyness slips away as she nails her rendition of the Demi Lovato hit “Warrior.”
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She sounds like a singer who has been performing for years. Her confidence even overwhelmed head judge Simon Cowell,...
Klum had been so taken with Makayla at her audition that she pressed the Golden Buzzer, sending this soft-spoken teenager straight through to the live shows. Watch that moment in the video above. You’ll see how nervous Makayla is before she raises her voice in song. Miraculously all her shyness slips away as she nails her rendition of the Demi Lovato hit “Warrior.”
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She sounds like a singer who has been performing for years. Her confidence even overwhelmed head judge Simon Cowell,...
- 4/5/2020
- by Paul Sheehan
- Gold Derby
And then there were 40. Monday’s episode of American Idol wrapped Hollywood Week by revealing which singers are proceeding to the next round in Hawaii… and who is saying “aloha” to the competition for good. (“Aloha” doubles as a farewell greeting too, Ok? Trust me, I Googled it.)
But before we get to the results, let’s break down some of the most memorable performances (for better or worse) from the Solo Round:
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But before we get to the results, let’s break down some of the most memorable performances (for better or worse) from the Solo Round:
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- 3/24/2020
- TVLine.com
My, Hollywood Week, how you’ve changed. Monday’s American Idol brought us to Los Angeles’ Orpheum Theatre, where 167 lucky contestants — a handful of whom I actually recognized — returned for another chance to impress the judges.
As Katy Perry explained atop the endless two-hour event, “Hollywood this year is… different.” More specifically, the contestants are now being asked to select a genre — pop, rock, R&b, soul, country and singer/songwriter — in which they would like to compete. Additionally, the judges are hearing all 167 contestants sing solo to get a better sense of who they are as individuals.
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As Katy Perry explained atop the endless two-hour event, “Hollywood this year is… different.” More specifically, the contestants are now being asked to select a genre — pop, rock, R&b, soul, country and singer/songwriter — in which they would like to compete. Additionally, the judges are hearing all 167 contestants sing solo to get a better sense of who they are as individuals.
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- 3/17/2020
- TVLine.com
After five episodes of “American Idol” focused on auditions, the show shifted to Hollywood week on March 16. Expect plenty of fireworks as the three judges — pop princess Katy Perry, country superstar Luke Bryan and Oscar-winning singer/songwriter Lionel Richie — decide which of the hopefuls to take forward in the competition and which will get a farewell hug from host Ryan Seacrest.
Over the course of the three episodes devoted to Hollywood Week (the others airs next Sunday and Monday) the contestants sing in three rounds: lines of 10, groups, and solos. The judges will winnow the list down to just 40 who will sing in a showcase set to air on Sunday, March 29.
Those contenders will be culled down to just half that number and that Top 20 will be judged on both solo performances and celebrity duets over the course of three episodes. Once the live playoffs of “American Idol” season 18 begin,...
Over the course of the three episodes devoted to Hollywood Week (the others airs next Sunday and Monday) the contestants sing in three rounds: lines of 10, groups, and solos. The judges will winnow the list down to just 40 who will sing in a showcase set to air on Sunday, March 29.
Those contenders will be culled down to just half that number and that Top 20 will be judged on both solo performances and celebrity duets over the course of three episodes. Once the live playoffs of “American Idol” season 18 begin,...
- 3/16/2020
- by Denton Davidson and Paul Sheehan
- Gold Derby
Makayla Phillips is no stranger to talent competitions, having been in three of them so far. Since she was three, the singer knew she wanted to be on “America’s Got Talent” and fulfilled her wish. Since she did not win, Makayla has been working on her vocals in readiness for her return to “American Idol.” Now that she is back, she is confident that she will be crowned the winner this time. Since she already has her golden ticket, let’s wait and see if she realizes her dream as we learn more about her journey to becoming a musician. 1.
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- 3/16/2020
- by Jennifer Borama
- TVovermind.com
American Idol‘s fourth week of auditions introduced a colorful assortment of characters, from an empowered woman who was inspired by Katy Perry to dump her boyfriend… to a guy who sees dead people.
Read on for a breakdown of the 15 successful contestants we met this week, most of whom will probably get the chop in Hollywood Week and you’ll never remember their names. Ok, let’s begin!
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Read on for a breakdown of the 15 successful contestants we met this week, most of whom will probably get the chop in Hollywood Week and you’ll never remember their names. Ok, let’s begin!
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- 3/9/2020
- TVLine.com
ABC airs the the fourth of five “American Idol” episodes devoted to the audition stage of the competition on March 8. Another 14 would-be winners of season 18 will sing for the three judges — Luke Bryan, Katy Perry and Lionel Richie — hoping to get one of those coveted tickets to Hollywood.
Which of these will number among the 150 contestants who make it to this next stage? At the end of a week in Hollywood, only 40 moved on to the next round which saw them whisked off to Hawaii at the end of January where they auditioned for judges again, this time in front of guests staying at Disney’s Aulani Resort in Honolulu.
Only half of these Top 40 acts made the cut. In turn, the Top 20 performed twice more for the judges: first in solos and then duets with celebrities. Just 14 of them were put through to the live shows, which begin in April.
Which of these will number among the 150 contestants who make it to this next stage? At the end of a week in Hollywood, only 40 moved on to the next round which saw them whisked off to Hawaii at the end of January where they auditioned for judges again, this time in front of guests staying at Disney’s Aulani Resort in Honolulu.
Only half of these Top 40 acts made the cut. In turn, the Top 20 performed twice more for the judges: first in solos and then duets with celebrities. Just 14 of them were put through to the live shows, which begin in April.
- 3/9/2020
- by Denton Davidson and Paul Sheehan
- Gold Derby
She’s baaack! Heidi Klum, who served as a judge on “America’s Got Talent” between 2013 and 2018, has officially returned to the franchise during Season 2 of “Agt: The Champions.” Klum joins regular judges Simon Cowell and Howie Mandel as well as “Britain’s Got Talent” alum Alesha Dixon in the second season, which debuts Monday, January 6 on NBC. “First of all, I have to say, thank you for having me back,” Heidi says at the start of the season premiere. “I love this show, I love this desk!”
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“I missed the ‘America’s Got Talent’ family, because really it is a family,” Heidi continues on. “I can’t wait to get this party started!” Also back in top form is the show’s host with the most, Terry Crews.
Heidi was last seen as a judge...
See‘America’s Got Talent: The Champions’ cast photos: Meet the 40 returning winners and favorites for Season 2
“I missed the ‘America’s Got Talent’ family, because really it is a family,” Heidi continues on. “I can’t wait to get this party started!” Also back in top form is the show’s host with the most, Terry Crews.
Heidi was last seen as a judge...
- 1/6/2020
- by Marcus James Dixon
- Gold Derby
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