Idol Headlines for 05/14/11

Kelly Clarkson posts on her facebook that she’ll be releasing a single in July: “I’m just as anxious to get my cd out! The recording is all done and now we’re finishing up with mixing the record and getting ready to release the single in July.”

Today’s Idol Appearances

  • Taylor Hicks performs at the Palace Theater in Greensburg, PA
  • Ryan Seacrest and Britney Spears to co-host, Jennifer Lopez and Matt Morrison to perform at KIIS LA Wango Tango concert.  More info at KIIS-FM
  • Daughtry performs at the Susquehanna Bank Center, Camden, NJ
  • Danny Gokey performs at the Mohican North Star Casino, Bowler, WI
  • Lee DeWyze performs at the Cascade Lounge, Jakarta 7 pm
  • Jason Castro performs at the First Annual Plano Young Life Benefit concert in Plano TX. More information HERE.

‘Idol’ Finalist Gets $61, 000 Homecoming Bash

“American Idol” top three finalist Scotty McCreery is so beloved in his small hometown of Garner, NC — the locals have dropped more than $61 THOUSAND to throw him a homecoming bash today!!!

We’re told the town has already raised $45 thousand in CASH for the event … and local companies have donated roughly 8 grand in services.

The event will include a traditional pork barbeque, local entertainment, crafts, a parade and a concert by the country crooner himself!

As a thank you for all the local love, Scotty is expected to take his acoustic guitar and sing a whopping SIX songs — compared to the usual two or three he belts out on Idol.

Fun Fact: Census records show the total population of Garner is less than 30 thousand people — and we’re guessing every last one will be at the big party to support their hometown superstar.

Read more at TMZ

Jennifer Hudson: Walk-It Challenge

“After the birth of my son, I made walking a priority in my life, ” said the 29-year-old Grammy award winner. “I knew I wanted to establish an environment for my son that encouraged healthy eating and physical activity. Walking was such a natural and easy way for me to get active. That’s why I’m so excited to support the Weight Watchers Walk-It Challenge and encourage everyone to take the first step towards achieving their weight loss goals!”

See the photos at Just Jared

Nikki Reed’s 23rd Birthday Bash with Paul McDonald

Satisfying her sweet tooth before hitting up the party scene, Nikki Reed was busy imbibing in an early birthday celebration (she turns 23 on May 17) in Las Vegas last night (May 13).

The “Twilight” actress, dressed to impress in a black mini-dress and a pair of patented pumps, dined at the Sugar Factory before dancing the night away at Planet Hollywood’s Gallery Nightclub with boyfriend Paul McDonald.

See the photos at celebrity-gossip

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