American Idol
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American Idol is the American version of the British television series "Pop Idol". It was created by Simon Fuller and premiered in June of 2002.
On American Idol, contestants audition to win the title of American Idol and a recording contract. For the 2006 season, they traveled to San Francisco, Greensboro, Las Vegas, Austin, Denver, Boston and Chicago. They audition before the producers, then audition before the judges.
After picking through contestants, the public is able to vote after performances, until we're left with one American Idol. Past winners include Kelly Clarkson, Ruben Studdard, Fantasia Barrino, Carrie Underwood, Taylor Hicks, Jordin Sparks, and David Cook, the most successful being Clarkson and Underwood.
American Idol also brings success for its losers. From season 2, Clay Aiken, and Josh Gracin have sold thousands of records, with Chris Daughtry selling millions with his band Daughtry. Many other Idol alumni can be seen in the entertainment industry, such as season 3 contestant Jennifer Hudson winning Best Supporting Actress at the Academy Awards for her role in Dream Girls, which shows that even if you don't win, you can go onto major fame and success.
The judges are Simon Cowell, who never fails to tell the cold truth, Paula Abdul, who counters Simon's snark with sweetness and Randy Jackson, who can usually give an honest yet kind opinion, and as of season 8, Kara DioGuardi. The host is Ryan Seacrest.
On American Idol, contestants audition to win the title of American Idol and a recording contract. For the 2006 season, they traveled to San Francisco, Greensboro, Las Vegas, Austin, Denver, Boston and Chicago. They audition before the producers, then audition before the judges.
After picking through contestants, the public is able to vote after performances, until we're left with one American Idol. Past winners include Kelly Clarkson, Ruben Studdard, Fantasia Barrino, Carrie Underwood, Taylor Hicks, Jordin Sparks, and David Cook, the most successful being Clarkson and Underwood.
American Idol also brings success for its losers. From season 2, Clay Aiken, and Josh Gracin have sold thousands of records, with Chris Daughtry selling millions with his band Daughtry. Many other Idol alumni can be seen in the entertainment industry, such as season 3 contestant Jennifer Hudson winning Best Supporting Actress at the Academy Awards for her role in Dream Girls, which shows that even if you don't win, you can go onto major fame and success.
The judges are Simon Cowell, who never fails to tell the cold truth, Paula Abdul, who counters Simon's snark with sweetness and Randy Jackson, who can usually give an honest yet kind opinion, and as of season 8, Kara DioGuardi. The host is Ryan Seacrest.
Episode Info
The Results are in and a night of performances from multi-platinum recording artists is underway as 132 million votes decide the next winner of American Idol. As the the lights fade for the final time of the season, the winner of American Idol is...
Prev: 11x40 -- Winner Announced (May/23/2012)
The Results are in and a night of performances from multi-platinum recording artists is underway as 132 million votes decide the next winner of American Idol. As the the lights fade for the final time of the season, the winner of American Idol is...
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Reviews
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  American Idol: The Search for a ... did you say Su...Rating: 4 likes, 0 dislikesIn the past, American Idol has launched the careers of big stars, such as Kelly Clarkson, Carrie Underwood, and Chris Daughtry, just to name a few of many more. However, recently, past winners Ruben Studdard and Taylor Hicks were dropped from their label and last season's winner, seventeen year old Jordin Spark's album arrived with only lackluster sales, despite a charming collection of songs. Read more Review posted on Monday, January 14th 2008 at 9:41 pm |
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The Remaining Five Finalists Perform review by Con...Rating: 3 likes, 0 dislikes American Idol Episode 33 Season 8 - The Remaining Five Finalists Perform review by Connie Norberg This week on American Idol Season 8, the Top 5 Contestants heat things up with the Rat Pack Performances. Jamie Foxx (actor / comedian / singer) is their mentor this week. I thought Jamie Foxx was an outstanding choice for this week’s mentor with his impeccable talent and experience. I thought he really showed he cared for each and every one of the contestants’ performances. Read more Review posted on Wednesday, April 29th 2009 at 5:49 pm |
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Latest news
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| Jennifer Lopez Not Leaving 'Idol'. Or Is She? | May/17/2012 |
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Recaps
11x40: Winner Announced recap: The Final results of the season are in and it is against Jessica Sanchez and Phillip Phillips. The show begins and the Top 12 come out and sing a song. Afterward, Steven Tyler, Jennifer Lopez and Randy Jackson come out and take their seats. Ryan Seacrest comes out and welcomes the crowd. He says that they had 132 Million votes for the two finalists. He says that tonight is going to a night of recording artists performances... read more.11x39: 2 Finalists Compete recap: It is up to Jessica Sanchez and Phillip Phillips as they get ready to perform on stage for the last public vote of the season. Randy Jackson, Jennifer Lopez and Steven Tyler come out and take their seats. Ryan Seacrest comes out and welcomes the crowd. He says that there is going to be three rounds of the night. The first round is Simon Fuller’s choice. The second round is the Finalists’ Favorite. The third round is their potential winning song. They kick off the night right away... read more.
11x38: 1 of 3 Voted Off recap: Results are in and on of the 3 are going home. Randy Jackson, Jennifer Lopez and Steven Tyler take their seats and Ryan comes out. He says that tonight they find out the Final 2! Adam Lambert and Lisa Marie Presley are performing tonight. The Top 3 come out and perform a Beatles song... read more.
11x37: 3 Finalists Compete recap: The Final 3 performances are underway and tonight are home visits. The judges come out and take their seats. Ryan comes out and greets the crowd. Joshua Ledet, Jessica Sanchez and Phillip Phillips come out and Ryan says that they got to go to their hometown. The first round is judges’ pick, second round is contestants’ pick and third round is Jimmy Iovine’s pick... read more.
11x36: 1 of 4 Voted Off recap: The Results are in and tonight they reveal the Top 3. Hollie Cavanaugh, Jessica Sanchez, Joshua Ledet and Phillip Phillips anxiously wait to see if their performances were good enough to be able to get the Home Visits. The judges come out followed by Ryan. He says that David Cook is there tonight and Jennifer Lopez is going to perform as well. The Top 4 come out and sing “California Dreamin”... read more.
Crew
Recurring Guests
• Carrie Underwood (7 eps)
• Becky O'Donohue (7 eps)
• Fantasia Barrino (6 eps)
• Kelly Clarkson as Performer (6 eps)
• Clay Aiken (6 eps)
• Jennifer Hudson (6 eps)
• Barry Manilow as Guest Judge (5 eps)
• Ruben Studdard (5 eps)
• Chris Daughtry (5 eps)
• Gwen Stefani (4 eps)
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• Becky O'Donohue (7 eps)
• Fantasia Barrino (6 eps)
• Kelly Clarkson as Performer (6 eps)
• Clay Aiken (6 eps)
• Jennifer Hudson (6 eps)
• Barry Manilow as Guest Judge (5 eps)
• Ruben Studdard (5 eps)
• Chris Daughtry (5 eps)
• Gwen Stefani (4 eps)
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Classification: Reality
Genre: Music | Talent
Status: Returning Series
Network: FOX ( USA)
Airs: Wednesdays, Thursdays at 08:00 pm
Runtime: 60 Minutes
Premiere: June 11, 2002
Episode Order: 40
Genre: Music | Talent
Status: Returning Series
Network: FOX (
USA)Airs: Wednesdays, Thursdays at 08:00 pm
Runtime: 60 Minutes
Premiere: June 11, 2002
Episode Order: 40
Themes
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