Fantasia’s VH1 reality show Fantasia For Real begins its second season on September 19 on VH1.
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Source: Paula Abdul Could “Get Sued Big-Time” for Returning to American Idol
According to a source familiar with Abdul’s recently executed contract with CBS, she is prohibited from appearing on any competition show on any other network, both broadcast and cable.
She signed the 7-figure deal in the spring, when it was announced she would judge and executive-produce the upcoming American version of the U.K.’s Got To Dance.
Read more at E Online
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On the Gokey
Forgive fans if they think Danny Gokey is feeling gloomy.
The country singing, former “American Idol” contestant’s new single is “I Will Not Say Goodbye” — an ode to the parts of us who never let go of loved ones even after we’ve lost them.
Its video yanks on heart strings given the publicized story of Gokey’s wife, Sophia Gokey, passing away just two years ago, and her inspiring him to go after a music career.
Read more at the Paducah Sun
‘American Idol’ competitor reveals some other talents
Siobhan Magnus was, if we’re being honest, the only remotely interesting thing about “American Idol” Season 9’s top 10.
Now that the glitter has settled, and safe, schlubby Lee DeWyze was crowned the winner, “Idol” seems to be on its last legs. Paula Abdul and Simon Cowell are gone. Ticket sales for the entire tour have been underwhelming at best.
Magnus, however, remains enthusiastic about her future. She’s been dubbed a standout on the tour, and her set includes signature “Idol” tune “Paint It Black, ” No Doubt’s “Spiderwebs” and Muse’s “Stockholm Syndrome.” It’s impossible to not be charmed by her freewheeling, fantastical spirit.
Read more at NewsOK
Wherever you come from, it’s still country
As a young boy growing up in a small town in North Carolina, it was expected that Bucky Covington would one day take over the family business.
“My grandfather started an auto body shop, and my father took over, ” said Covington. “I wanted to get out and see the country and the world.”
And country fans should be glad he did.
Read more at the Metro News
American Idol judge Randy Jackson starts to gain weight again following gastric band surgery
American Idol judge Randy Jackson showed a fuller figure yesterday as he dined with friends in Los Angeles.
The 54-year-old star, who lost over seven stone when he had gastric bypass surgery in 2003, looked noticeably larger as he stepped out wearing a tight black T-shirt and jeans.
But Jackson said recently that despite successfully losing weight previously, he never stops trying to maintain his new slimline figure.
Read more and see the photos at DailyMail.co.uk
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Adam Lambert talks about his album and his upcoming international tour. In part 2, he answers questions.
Part 1
Part 2
FOX 5 SYTYCD report
Nigel Lythgoe says he wishes Alex Wong was in the So You Think You Can Dance finale
Nigel Lythgoe post SYTYCD interview: On next weeks’s finale, Adechike’s elimination and American Idol
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Nigel Lythgoe post SYTYCD interview: Lots on Idol too
AMERICAN IDOL is an old woman…She doesn’t need botox, just a feather duster. Also, Nigel on his replacing Simon Cowell as judge: “You don’t follow Sean Connery as James Bond” (Idol stuff starts at about the 4 minute mark)
Also, dancer, Alex Wong is doing very well post surgery!
