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Third time’s the charm for Season 12 ‘American Idol’ winner Candice Glover
Candice Glover’s dream of winning "American Idol" finally comes true as she prepares for a career in the spotlight.
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And the next 'American Idol' is...
Who took home the title of the next "American Idol?"
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Who will be crowned the next 'American Idol?'
The sing-off between Kree Harrison and Candice Glover is over, and now it's just about tallying the votes to find out who's the new "American Idol."
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FOX says 'American Idol' is considering three-judge panel
There will probably be three judges on "American Idol" next year instead of four.
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‘Dream big’ is the motto of eliminated ‘American Idol,’ Angie Miller
Angie Miller was confident her performances would push her to the finale but knows “American Idol” is only the beginning of a fruitful career.
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What Angie Miller will miss and not miss about 'American Idol'
Third-place contestant Angie Miller discusses her experience on "American Idol."
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Randy Jackson will leave 'American Idol'
No more "dawg" and "dude" and "in it to win it" on "American Idol" anymore.
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Top three showdown tonight on 'American Idol'
It's down to business for Candice, Angie, and Kree.
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The feud between ‘American Idol’ judges Nicki Minaj and Mariah Carey heats up and plays out on Twitter
Will Harry Connick Jr. judge on season 13 of “American Idol” and add more distance between the feuding pair?
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Toronto rapper Drake surprises 'Idol' contestant who performed his song
On a night where "Idol" judges finally decided to use their "save," Toronto rapper Drake decided to get in on the action and pull off a surprise of his own.
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Country sweetheart Janelle Arthur is not the next 'American Idol' but is excited a girl will take the crown
This is Janelle Arthur third time trying out for "American Idol" and although this wasn’t her year to win, she refuses to give up on her dreams.
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Larazo Arbos not upset over ‘Idol’ elimination as winning wasn’t part of his plan
Larazo Arbos couldn’t break the girls’ winning streak but says he gained so much more by being on the show.
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What you see is what you get with ‘American Idol’ judge Nicki Minaj
Nicki Minaj defends her judging style, reveals which contestants the others should watch out for and toots her own horn along the way.
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From 'American Idol' to new album and tour, Keith Urban has no time to idle
"There's a lot of creativity happening right now," Urban said in a phone interview.
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'American Idol' runner-up Crystal Bowersox to make her Broadway debut as Patsy Cline
Bowersox will portray the legendary country singer in a new production this summer in New York.
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‘American Idol’s’ Paul Jolley thankful for the judges’ critiques even if some were more helpful than others
Eliminated contestant Jolley looks forward to putting the “Jolley stamp” on everything he does.
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Curtis Finch, Jr. flattered by Nicki Minaj’s reaction and feels he has touched her heart
Nicki Minaj tried to save Finch, Jr. from going home by walking off set in protest but her theatrics fall short and the singer was eliminated.
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Nicki Minaj threatened to quit 'American Idol' after her favourite act was voted off
The judge was left fuming after singer Curtis Finch Jr. landed in the bottom two and was sent home.
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'American Idol' starts its live show without judge, Nicki Minaj, who arrived with buttermilk waffles on her mind
On the latest live show, not only did Nicki Minaj show up incredibly late, but she was also dreaming of breakfast.
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Ryan Seacrest playfully dodges wedding question at event to kick of 'Idol Across America'
When asked by AP if there was a wedding date in his future, Seacrest casually responded: "Are you getting married?"
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After a grueling audition process, the 'American Idol' Top 20 have been announced
After the highs and lows of the cross-country audition process, the judges have whittled down this season's contestants to 20.
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Goodbye, drought! Keith Urban believes it's raining talented women on 'Idol'
It’s been a long time since Jordin Sparks held the “Idol” crown, but one very important person thinks the girls' losing streak is coming to an end – Keith Urban.
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Minaj, Carey play dueling divas as 'American Idol' hopes for ratings success in season 12
"I feel like we jell well in a weird, crazy way," Minaj declared near the episode's conclusion.
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Executive producer Nigel Lythgoe says this season's 'American Idol' is full of change
There are many changes ahead including an 'American Idol' bus scouring the small towns of America to the 'I Nominate' initiative.
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'American Idol' returns with pricey judges, big ratings hopes
"Idol" is facing a big question: will the combined paycheque lavished on superstar judges pay off in the ratings?
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A lot of passion, disagreements within new 'American Idol' team, say execs
Five minutes into their season-opening news conference and the new team at 'Idol' were already arguing.
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Past 'American Idol' winner Kris Allen and pregnant wife involved in car accident
The Season 8 winner suffered a broken arm but his wife and dog were unharmed.
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Ryan Seacrest's New Year's resolution? Learn to dance
The "American Idol" host wants to do something about his two left feet.
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'American Idol' winner Phillip Phillips finds 'Home' with strong, self-written debut album
The 22-year-old talks about his music, being laid-back and the insta-family and friends who have surfaced since he won the "Idol" crown.
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Former 'Idol' judge Steven Tyler addresses Nicki Minaj's 'racist' claim
Steven Tyler is apologizing -- if Nicki Minaj misinterpreted his recent comments.
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From textbooks to songbooks: The post-'Idol' double life of country star Scotty McCreary
As it turns out, Scotty McCreery can have it all.
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'Idol' divas Mariah Carey, Nicki Minaj take their behind-the-scenes feud public
Mariah Carey told Barbara Walters her fellow "American Idol" judge Nicki Minaj threatened to shoot her.
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Keith Urban relishes playing peacemaker on 'American Idol'
Keith Urban has already become more than just a judge: he's also the pacifier on the newly-minted panel.
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Ryan Seacrest says 'American Idol' doesn't mind the fighting
Feuding divas on 'American Idol?' Ryan Seacrest says that's just great.
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Nicki Minaj blew up at Mariah Carey during 'Idol' auditions
Nicki Minaj reportedly threatened and swore at Mariah Carey during 'American Idol' auditions on Tuesday.
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Mariah Carey says there's no feud with fellow 'American Idol' judge Nicki Minaj just yet
Carey tried to quell rumours about her quarreling with Minaj by saying they've only been together two days and "a feud takes a little longer to happen."
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Nicki Minaj, Keith Urban officially tapped as new 'American Idol' judges; Minaj gets $12M
Minaj and Urban will join existing judges Mariah Carey and Randy Jackson.
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CTV on the Go: Randy Jackson out as 'Idol' judge? Simon Cowell saves nine people at sea, 'Lost' star coming to 'Once'
A daily rundown of the latest buzz from your favourite CTV shows, because if you’re on the go, you still need to know!
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Jennifer Lopez gives Mariah Carey 'Idol' advice
The recently departed singer thinks her successor needs to be as honest as possible with the hopefuls on the show.
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CTV on the Go: Mariah Carey is angry, Kanye West in 'Idol' talks, TIFF announces star lineup, Kelly Ripa reveals dream co-host
A daily rundown of the latest buzz from your favourite CTV shows, because if you’re on the go, you still need to know!
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Nicki Minaj on the verge of joining 'American Idol' panel
A person close to Minaj said the entertainer has been in talks to judge the TV competition and that a deal is in works.
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'American Idol' winner Phillip Phillips gets Olympic exposure with debut single 'Home'
The 21-year-old says he's 'starting to grow a connection' to the song, thanks to its use in the 2012 Olympics.
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Jennifer Lopez suing her former driver for extortion
The former ‘American Idol’ judge is claiming he demanded $2.8 million or else he would disclose secrets he overheard while driving her around.
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Nick Jonas confirms 'American Idol' rumours
The 19-year-old singer confirmed reports he is in talks to take on one of the two vacant positions on the judging panel on the show and said it would be a "dream come true."
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'American Idol' winner Phillip Phillips releases debut music video
Combining the luxuries of "making it" with the small town reminders of what his life was like before 'Idol,' the video for "Home" shares Phillips' journey from pawn shop worker to touring recording artist.
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'American Idol' alum Lauren Alaina cancels performances for vocal rest
Alaina has been advised by her doctor to give her vocal chords a break.
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Snoop Dogg, aka Snoop Lion, says he'd love to be a judge on 'American Idol'
After hearing of the millions of dollars "Idol" judges earn, Snoop said: 'I'll do 'American Idol.''
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Steven Tyler liked the paychecks but had a love-hate relationship with 'Idol'
The former 'American Idol' judge says the reality series wasn't his 'cup of tea.'
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Which Jonas Brother could be the next 'American Idol' judge?
According to reports, a Jonas Brother is on the verge of becoming an 'American Idol' judge.
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Former 'American Idol' finalist Kimberley Locke wants to be a judge on the show
The season two finalist feels having a former contestant on the show can bring renewed interest to the popular TV singing competition.
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Pop diva Mariah Carey surprises 'Idol' staff with 'normal' requests
The 'Hero' hitmaker hasn't requested 20 white kittens or a basket of puppies in her dressing room this time around.
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Mariah Carey will be 'the highest paid judge on any music competition show'
The pop icon is set to make a reported $18 million as a judge on the hit singing competition.
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It's Official: Mariah Carey will be a judge on 'American Idol'
Mariah Carey will be be joining "American Idol" as a new judge.
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'Big Bang Theory,' 'Amazing Race,' among CTV shows nominated for 2012 Emmys
From best comedy series to lead actor nominations, CTV shows picked up several Emmy nods.
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Charlie Sheen says he's 'genuinely interested' in idea of being a judge on 'American Idol'
Could Charlie Sheen be a judge on 'American Idol?' The actor says he's game.
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Jennifer Lopez wants Bono or Jon Bon Jovi to succeed her on 'American Idol'
The singer thinks the show should target a huge rock star.
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Source: Mariah Carey being pursued to be an 'American Idol' judge
"American Idol" may be getting a worldwide idol as a judge -- Mariah Carey.
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With 'American Idol' behind her, Jennifer Lopez eyes more film projects, talks music tour
The former 'Idol' judge is eager to focus even more attention on her once white-hot movie career.
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Big names rumoured for 'American Idol' judging vacancies
Mariah Carey, Celine Dion and Mary J. Blige are among the heady names being tossed around as potential judges for "American Idol" after Steven Tyler and Jennifer Lopez skipped out on next season.
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Aretha Franklin wants to be a judge on 'American Idol'
The 70-year-old singing legend is "interested" in one of the vacant seats on the panel.
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Jennifer Lopez also leaving 'American Idol'
Jennifer Lopez has quit 'Idol' one day after Steven Tyler confirmed he is leaving the show.
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Tyler leaving 'American Idol' after 2 seasons; Lopez says his exit will affect her decision
Steven Tyler says he's exiting "American Idol" to put rock 'n' roll first.
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Could Charlie Sheen be the next 'American Idol' judge?
Rumours are swirling that Charlie Sheen could find himself on the judges’ panel when 'American Idol' returns for its 12th season.
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'Idol' winner Phillip Phillips to return to stage July 4th on National Mall
The new "Idol" says he's ready to perform after recovering from a serious kidney surgery.
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'American Idol' winner Scotty McCreery gets CMT award, then graduates from NC high school
McCreery already had an honour in hand by the time he received his diploma.
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'American Idol' winner Phillips undergoes surgery
Phillips is reportedly doing well after undergoing surgery for kidney problems.
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Kris Allen crashed on friends' couch when recording his new album
The winner of the eighth season of "American Idol," didn't stay in a fancy hotel or rent an apartment when he recorded his second album.
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Adam Lambert's Gift to His Fans
Glam superstar and former runner-up of CTV’s “American Idol,” Adam Lambert, sat down with Marilyn Denis to discuss his new number one album.
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'American Idol' runner-up Jessica Sanchez hopes to follow in Jennifer Hudson's footsteps
Taking it all in stride, the "American Idol" runner-up spoke to CTV.ca in an upbeat and inspiring conference call about her future.
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'American Idol' Phillip Phillips: Humble, happy and hurting
Newly crowned “Idol” Phillip Phillips spoke to CTV.ca in a revealing post-finale conference call about his present, his future and his health.
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'American Idol': The awards after the award
CTV.ca’s Vince Mirenzi takes a look at Wednesday night’s highly-anticipated season finale, and crowns his own winners and losers.
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How blusey pawn shop worker Phillip Phillips won the 11th season of 'American Idol'
It was more than just luck that helped Phillips easily overcome 16-year-old mini-diva Jessica Sanchez.
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Phillip Phillips is the new 'American Idol' as viewers pick guitar man over teen diva
Phillip Phillips, a bluesy Georgia guitar man, was crowned the new "American Idol" on Wednesday.
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One winner, two singers, three songs: 'American Idol' finale performances review
It was twenty-three degrees in Los Angeles on Tuesday night, but things were far more heated inside the walls of the Nokia Theatre, where Jessica Sanchez and Phillip Phillips were competing for “Idol” supremacy.
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Will Jimmy Iovine become an ‘Idol’ judge? Not on Nigel Lythgoe’s watch
“Idol” executive producer Nigel Lythgoe sounds off on Jennifer Lopez exit rumours, and why Jimmy Iovine will never sit on the judging panel.
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Phillip Phillips, Jessica Sanchez face off on 'American Idol' finale
Sanchez wishes she could've changed one thing about the 'Idol' finale: her final song.
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Dream Boy vs. 'Dreamgirl': Who will win 'American Idol?'
CTV.ca looks at the decisions and dismissals that have made this season the most surprising yet.
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'American Idol' judge Steven Tyler charmed by 'sexy beast' J-Lo
Steven Tyler is mum on whether he or J-Lo will return to the judging panel on 'American Idol,' but the rocker says he has loved the experience of sitting next to her.
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'American Idol' is down to the final two
Joshua Ledet won't be belting it out on this season's final showdown.
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Carrie Underwood: All Grown Up Since ‘Idol’
The country star stopped by 'The Marilyn Denis Show' to chat about her music career and married life.
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'American Idol' judges spread the love among 3 finalists
It's now up to the audience to decide who the next 'American Idol' will be.
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Adam Lambert on romance, 'American Idol' knock-offs and his new album
The glam rocker doesn't mind the lack of a media thunderstorm ahead of Tuesday's album launch.
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Hollie Cavanagh remembers the good times after her “Idol” elimination
After repeatedly receiving harsh criticism and landing in the bottom-two multiple times, eliminated “American Idol” contestant Hollie Cavanagh says she took it all in stride.
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Ryan Seacrest considering marriage
Ryan Seacrest and Julianne Hough are considering getting married.
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Another finalist dismissed from 'American Idol'
Hollie Cavanagh couldn't make 'American Idol' voters love her.
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It's Joshua Ledet's world on 'American Idol,' but judge Lopez refused to predict a winner
Jennifer Lopez, who will perform on Thursday's show, says it's going to be a race to the finish.
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Her ‘Idol’ journey may have ended, but Skylar Laine’s country career has just begun
Skylar Laine tells CTV.ca why she’s happy with coming in fifth place on “American Idol.”
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Skylar Laine ‘relieved’ to have been voted off ‘American Idol’
She says "Idol" was "the most stressful time" of her life.
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Skylar Laine cut from 'American Idol'
The 18-year-old country rocker from Brandon, Miss., had the fewest viewer votes.
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Joshua Ledet again earns rave reviews from 'American Idol' judges
The judges once again reserved the most praise for the powerful 20-year-old gospel singer.
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Elise Testone is gone from ‘Idol’ but not finished singing
Elise Testone may have been eliminated from “American Idol”, but she’s already thinking about releasing her first solo album.
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Elise Testone dismissed from 'American Idol'; just 5 left
Elise Testone won't be winning it all on 'American Idol.'
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Joshua Ledet's vocal prowess continues to impress on 'American Idol'
Joshua Ledet earned another pair of standing ovations on "American Idol."
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'American Idol' champ Scotty McCreery takes grounder to throat while pitching for high school
McCreery didn't win but apparently came away unscathed after a scary moment on the mound.
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Ryan Seacrest will continue to host 'American Idol'
Seacrest called the show's run until now "a wild ride," and said he is excited it will continue with him on board.
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Eliminated ‘Idol’ contestant Colton Dixon says he regrets choosing Lady Gaga tune
Eliminated “American Idol” contestant Colton Dixon believes he alienated his fanbase with his song selection.
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Surprise elimination on 'American Idol'
"American Idol" viewers apparently weren't caught in a romance with Colton Dixon.
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'American Idol' judges save finalist Jessica Sanchez from elimination
The judges unanimously decided to save The 16-year-old high school student from San Diego.
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Joshua Ledet earns standing ovation on 'Idol' for energetic take on Bruno Mars
The booming 20-year-old singer from Westlake, La., had the judges on their feet.
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Eliminated ‘American Idol’ contestant says negative comments drive him to be better
DeAndre Brackensick, the recently eliminated ‘American Idol’ contestant, says hearing both good and bad comments each week helped him grow as an artist.
