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Country star Kenny Rogers dies at age 81. Watch him mentor the American Idol 5 Top 9, plus Lionel Richie pays tribute to his friend.

American Idol Q&A event feat. the judges dishing on upcoming season 18. Plus, winner Laine Hardy performed his new single!

Ahead of American Idol premiere (Feb 16) the judges dropped by Jimmy Kimmel Live to promote the show. Plus, Laine Hardy performs at an event.

American Idol 2020 Hollywood Week kicked off last week a the Orpheum theater in Los Angels. Check out photos and details here.

American Idol judges Lionel Richie, Katy Perry, Luke Bryan; host Ryan Seacrest; and mentor Bobby Bones auditioned hopefuls in Washington DC.

Watch American Idol season 4 winner Carrie Underwood perform “Blown Away” and “Two Black Cadillacs” as she accepts 5th CMT: AOTY award.

American Idol judges headed to Milwaukee for auditions, where judge Katy Perry fell while roller skating! See more BTS fun here.

American Idol 2020 will premiere in February instead of March next year. Find out why! Plus, more on the Savannah Judges auditions.

American Idol 2020 (Season 18) Judges Auditions begin in Savannah, Georgia today (Sept 30). See the schedule here.

Dancing with the Stars winner Bobby Bones hints at a “Mystery Dancer” on the show, he’ll be in the house. Plus, praise for Lauren Alaina.