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American Idol is an Emmy Award winning television show that aims to decide 'who will be America's next singing superstar'. The program is created and executive-produced by Simon Fuller, founder of 19 Entertainment. The series is executive-produced by Cecile Frot-Coutaz, CEO, FremantleMedia North America, Inc.; and Ken Warwick, Executive Producer, FremantleMedia North America, Inc.
Jennifer Hudson is a contestant.
American Idol Season 8 began on January 13, 2009. Paula Abdul, Simon Cowell, Randy Jackson and Kara DioGuardi are currently the show judges.
Top 12 of the season: Adam Lambert, Allison Iraheta, Danny Gokey, Michael Sarver, Kris Allen, Alexis Grace.
In January 09, Hopeful Katrina Darrell appeared for the program auditions in a bikini!
In February 09, Paula Abdul denied that she criticised co-judge Kara DioGuardi who newly joined in the season.
The Finalists: Kris Allen, Adam Lambert, Allison Iraheta, Danny Gokey, Alexis Grace, Michael Sarver became the finalists. Three more finalists - Lil Rounds, Scott MacIntyre, Jorge Nunez are added later.
On Tuesday May 21, 2009, Kris Allen became the American Idol Season 8 winner. Allen defeated Adam Lambert.
In August 09, Paula Abdul declared quitting and not to return to the judging panel on her Twitter page after her demands for a raise were not met. Reports say Victoria Beckham will replace Paula Abdul as an American Idol judge.
Madonnas brother desperately eyeing Idol spot
Madonnas brother, Christopher Ciccone, is leaving no stone unturned to get Simon Cowells seat as a judge on American Idol.iccone, who has been his sisters assistant, backup dancer, stylist and artistic director, launched a Facebook page-Christopher Ciccone for American Idol! -- in January. ANI
Adam Lambert finds Susan Boyles debut record horrendous
American singer Adam Lambert has revealed that Scottish singer Susan Boyles cover of the Rolling Stones hit Wild Horses was horrendous and made him cry with laughter. ANI
Dad cant stop me from posing nude, says Scott Browns daughter
GOP Senator Scott Browns daughter Ayla has revealed that her dad will not be able to stop her from posing nude as he had done so himself for Cosmopolitan in 1982. ANI
Leona Lewis wants to sing at Simon Cowells wedding
Leona Lewis has said she would love to sing at TV mogul Simon Cowells wedding. ANI
Noel Gallagher to replace Simon Cowell on Idol?
Simon Cowell has hinted that Oasis star Noel Gallagher may replace him as judge on the next American Idol. ANI
Simon Cowell not engaged to makeup artist
Simon Cowell has dismissed reports of engagement with American Idol makeup artist Mezhgan Hussainy. ANI
Paula Abdul may join US X Factor
Singer Paula Abdul seems set to reteam with former American Idol colleague Simon Cowell for the U.S. version of The X Factor. ANI
Simon Cowell girlfriends boob-grope snap angers Afghans
Simon Cowells new girlfriend has enraged her fellow Afghans with a picture that shows her b*bs being groped by a gay singing star. ANI
Madonnas pal Guy Oseary favoured to replace Simon Cowell on Idol
If rumours are to be believed, then entertainment manager and Madonnas friend, Guy Oseary, is the favourite to replace Simon Cowell in the next season of American Idol. ANI
Simon Cowells company made more than 21.1m pounds in 2009
Simon Cowells TV company amassed more than 21 million pounds last year, thanks to reality shows The X Factor and Britains Got Talent. ANI
American Idol producers want Howard Stern to replace Simon Cowell
American Idol producers are planning to rope in shock-jock Howard Stern to replace Simon Cowell when the latter leaves the talent hunt at the end of this season, it has emerged. ANI
American Girl From Liquid Blue Reaches Top 10 of Pop Idol in China
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Paula Abdul to appear on Dancing with the Stars?
Paula Abdul is reportedly set to appear on US show Dancing With The Stars. ANI
Scott Browns daughter Ayla gets offers after his available remarks
US Senator-elect Scott Browns daughter Ayla is said to have received many offers from men after he announced in his Massachusetts Senate seat victory speech that she was available. ANI
Republicans win Ted Kennedys seat in Massachusetts(lead-Massachusetts Senate Elections)
In a major blow to President Obamas signature health reform agenda, a little-known Republican Scott Brown has won late Edward Kennedys old seat in the US Senate in Massachusetts. ANI
Piers Morgan laughs off American idol reports
Americas Got Talent judge Piers Morgan has dismissed rumors that he will replace Simon Cowell on American Idol. ANI
Simon Cowells X Factor is TV equivalent of wrestling: Simon Fuller
Simon Cowells namesake arch rival Simon Fuller has blasted the X Factor boss calling the show nothing more than the TV equivalent of wrestling. ANI
Posh to be American Idol stylist?
Victoria Beckham may be invited as a guest stylist for the finals of American Idol. ANI
MJs sis La Toya wants to fill Simon Cowells shoes on American Idol
Michael Jacksons La Toya has revealed that she wants to take Simon Cowells place on American Idol. ANI
Rodney Jerkins to replace Simon Cowell on American Idol?
Rodney Jerkins may replace Simon Cowell as judge on the American Idol. ANI
Simon Cowell wants Tommy Mottola as judge on US X Factor
Simon Cowell has expressed wishes that he would like to have singer Mariah Careys ex-husband Tommy Mottola by his side when he launches The X Factor in America. ANI
Simon Cowell thinks Cheryl Cole could be judge on US X Factor
Music mogul Simon Cowell has hinted that Girls Aloud member Cheryl Cole could be a judge on the US version of The X Factor. ANI
American Idol creator Simon Fuller quits
Creator of American Idol Simon Fuller has stepped down as an executive of the show. ANI
Elton John wont take Simon Cowells place on American Idol
A representative for Sir Elton John has shot down rumours that the singer will be taking music mogul Simon Cowells place on American Idol next year. ANI
Simon Cowell wants to work with Paula Abdul again
Simon Cowell is making plans to get Paula Abdul on the judges panel of the American X Factor. ANI
Im on TV too much, says Simon Cowell
Music mogul Simon Cowell has admitted that he is on TV too much. ANI
UKs X Factor may go off air for a year
The British X Factors position is threatened with a possibility that the show might not be aired for a year as it looks set to clash with its US version. ANI
Simon Cowell wants Posh to join US X Factors judges panel
Simon Cowell is pushing Victoria Beckham to join the judges panel of the US X Factor, it has emerged. ANI
Simon Cowell turned down 250m pounds offer to stay with American Idol
Simon Cowell rejected a lucrative 250-million-pounds a-year offer to stay with the American Idol. ANI
Ellen DeGeneres very sad with Cowells decision to quit American Idol
Ellen DeGeneres says she is very, very sad with Simon Cowells decision to quit American Idol. ANI
Simon Cowell seals 100m-pound mega-deal to take X Factor to US
Simon Cowell has made a 100-million-pound deal to take The X Factor to the US. ANI
Posh talks about her Idol stint
Victoria Beckham has revealed that she always portrayed a positive side during her stint as a guest judge on the American Idol auditions, so as to not hurt any contestants feelings. ANI
Ellen DeGeneres very sad over Simon Cowells Idol exit
Ellen DeGeneres has confessed she is disheartened to see Simon Cowell leave American Idol. ANI
American Idol will flourish with or without me, says Simon Cowell
Simon Cowell has declared that he is confident that American Idol will continue to flourish with or without his presence. ANI
Piers Morgan may replace Simon Cowell on American Idol
Britains Got Talent judge Piers Morgan is one of the favourites to replace Simon Cowell on American Idol. ANI
Piers Morgan may replace Simon Cowell on American Idol
Britains Got Talent judge Piers Morgan is one of the favourites to replace Simon Cowell on American Idol. ANI
Mariah Carey to play Vanessa Hudgens mother in new film?
Mariah Carey is reportedly in talks to play the mother of High School Musical actress Vanessa Hudgens in a new movie. ANI
Simon Cowell returns to meet The Simpsons
Simon Cowell will return to meet one of Americas most loved animated family, The Simpsons. ANI
Stars urge Gen Y to help fight cancer
Stars of the music world are urging young people to help pave the way for a cancer-free world. ANI
Carrie Underwood says best Christmas present was her fianci
Country singer Carrie Underwood says her best Christmas present was her fiance. ANI
Simon Cowell bidding adieu to American Idol, says bro
Simon Cowell is definitely leaving American Idol, his brother has said. ANI
Sandra Bullock wins Entertainer of the Year title
Hollywood star Sandra Bullock has been named Entertainer of the Year by Entertainment Weekly magazine. ANI
American Idol named Top-Rated TV Show of 2009
Foxs American Idol has taken the top-two positions in Nielsens list of Top-rated TV Series of 2009. ANI
Carrie Underwood strips to tiny bikini in Bahamas
Country singer Carrie Underwood gave onlookers an eyeful after stripping down to her tiny bikini in the Bahamas. ANI
A.R. Rahman in Hollywood film Son of a Preacher Man
Oscar winner musician A.R. Rahman is facing the camera in upcoming film Son of a Preacher Man about the life and times of Grammy winning singer-songwriter-producer PJ Morton. ANI
Simon Cowell takes his own beer to restaurants
Media mogul Simon Cowell keeps a crate of beer in his car all the time in case he goes to a restaurant and they dont have the brand he drinks. ANI
Friends named Most Watched TV Show of Last Decade
Hit sitcom Friends is the most watched TV show of the last 10 years, according to figures. ANI
Beyonce cries every time she watches TV talent shows
Beyonce Knowles has revealed that she gets very emotional when she tunes in to watch TV talent shows like American Idol. ANI
ABC comes under fire over Chris Brown interview
ABC has come under fire for booking Chris Brown for an interview and a performance on TV show Good Morning America. ANI
Simon Cowell hits back at Sting over karaoke remarks
Music mogul Simon Cowell has hit back at Sting for commenting that American Idol and The X Factor shows are nothing but televised karaoke. ANI
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