In a night of some controversey over the selection of the final 12, American Idol has once again realized that the best singers are not always the ones voted to stay on the show. The concern was over sending home Lilly Scott who has been consistent in her songs and the remarks from the judges. Scott was joined by the other female eliminated, Katelyn Epperly. Some people questioned the axing of Alex... 

At first glance it would seem that Simon Cowell & Bowersox would be polar opposites at best. However it seems that this laid back American Idol contestant has managed to tame the acerbic Brit with her self deprecating humor and unflappable demeanor. It also helps that Crystal Bowersox has a prodigious amount of undeniable musical talent. The dreadlocked singer with the husky voice and magical... 

25-year-old, American Idol contestant David Cook was hospitalized the night of Tuesday April 2, 2010 for high blood pressure and heart palpitations. However, he was never actually admitted to the hospital “Idol” producer Nigel Lythgoe said during an interview with the press. Cook is still on medication but is “fine now and will be continuing with American Idol,” Lythgoe stated.... 

Todrick Hall isn’t just a singer or dancer that appears on American Idol’s 2010 season. When he was just 17 years old, he revised Oz and wrote it as a musical, aptly titled “Oz, the musical.” Using amateur actors, he cast roles and put on small productions around town. The Arlington, TX native is now 24 years old and just worked his way into the top 24 of Idol. Unfortunately, the past is coming... 

One of the most highly regarded contestants on this season of American Idol, Chris Golightly has been disqualified and will not be placed in the top 24 which was revealed last night. It is still unclear what may have caused the dismissal, but American Idol has sent home contestants in the past for rules violations, conflicts of interest, and if they had ever previously signed a recording contract that... 

American Idol released the names of its remaining top 24 ninth-season semifinalists on Wednesday night’s broadcast. The first 7 were named the night before during the show. The original seven included: Didi Benami, Lee Dewyze, Katelyn Epperly, Todrick Hall, Aaron Kelly, Micheal Lynche, and Casey James. Last night Idol added: Crystal Bowersox, Lacey Brown, Michelle Delamor, Tyler Grady, Andrew... 

American Idol announced Season Nine’s 24 semifinalists Wednesday, weeding out 18 more talented voices. This season on American Idol the competition has definitely become fiercer. Year after year the judges say that there is more talent, and year after year the talent grows; several singers were turned away last night being told they did nothing wrong but were not going to be able to go on as... 

Florida Gator Legend Tim Tebow, former quarterback and Heisman Trophy winner has been romantically linked to Janell Wheeler one of the finalists on this seasons American Idol. The 24 year old Wheeler has impressed the judges with her most recent audition performance of American Boy in front of 27.7 million viewers. She not only sang the song but played the guitar as well. Janell Wheeler is a sales... 

Tim Tebow has been getting all kinds of publicity recently after starring in a controversial Superbowl commercial. Now his ex-girlfriend may be affected by his recent fame. Tebow is the former quarterback of the Florida Gators college team and a Heisman Trophy winner. It has been leaked that a person close to Tebow has made it the final 24 on this season’s American Idol. Janell Wheeler is the most... 

While it seemed that American Idol could not possibly become any popular, the hit reality singing talent competition seems to have added a new element that is loved by fans. On Tuesday, comedian Ellen DeGeneres, joined Simon Cowell, Randy Jackson, and Kara as the replacement for Paula Abdul . According to many reviews, adding the comedian has worked out quite well. Most reviews consistently state...