As a dedicated fan of American Idol, I have been captivated by the extraordinary journeys of these talented contestants since the show’s inception. The stories of their personal and professional growth are truly inspiring!
Simon Cowell has given his verdict on American Idol‘s newest judge.
Approximately a month following the announcement that Carrie Underwood would step in for Katy Perry on ABC’s singing competition series during its upcoming 25th season, the music tycoon shared his candid thoughts about having the “Before He Cheats” artist join the judges’ panel almost two decades after her initial victory
According to an exclusive interview with Will Marfuggi from TopMob News after America’s Got Talent’s September 3 live show, Cowell expressed his approval of a particular contestant. He mentioned that he has known her for a long time and recollected her audition as if it were just yesterday. In his opinion, she was exceptionally talented and a wonderful individual. Tune in to TopMob News tonight at 11 p.m. to hear more insider information about America’s Got Talent’s red carpet event
As for Cowell’s top tip for being a good reality TV judge?
As a lifestyle guide, I’d like to encourage everyone: Express your feelings freely. I understand that some might find it challenging, but trust me, it’s part of the human experience. We all have unique perspectives and emotions, and thankfully, we don’t always see eye-to-eye. This diversity enriches our lives and makes each day interesting. So, embrace your feelings, and most importantly, enjoy the journey!
A week after Underwood announced her return to American Idol, which follows Perry’s departure earlier this year, Cowell has given his seal of approval for the decision
The 41-year-old expressed gratitude for being deeply connected to country music but also having the opportunity to explore various other musical genres. He made this statement during an unexpected visit to SiriusXM’s Music Row Happy Hour in Las Vegas on August 23. Intriguingly, he currently has a track with Papa Roach, which is quite enjoyable for him
Speaking about her role as a judge alongside Lionel Richie and Luke Bryan, she mentioned, “I see myself as adaptable. Ideally, when listening to contestants audition, I can switch perspectives, considering various lenses based on the type of music they’re performing.”
But unlike Cowell’s infamous sharp-tongued critiques, Underwood plans to lead with kindness.
She mentioned, “I believe I can offer both honesty and positivity, while also maintaining kindness.” She further explained, “This balance is crucial since they’re stepping into a dream, making you an integral part of their journey from that point forward.”
As an eager devotee, I can hardly contain my excitement as we count down the days until Underwood graces our screens with his judging debut! But let’s not forget about the talented alumni of American Idol – here’s a sneak peek into where they are now
Kelly Clarkson, mother of River and Remy, has made significant strides from the time she appeared on the first season of American Idol in 2002. This New York resident has accumulated three Grammy Awards (with her latest album, Chemistry, nominated for Best Pop Vocal Album at the 2024 Grammys), achieved three number-one hits, served as a judge on NBC’s The Voice, and is currently hosting her own successful daytime talk show, The Kelly Clarkson Show
The season two runner-up made two big reveals in September 2008—annoucing that the birth of his son Parker (with his close friend, music producer Jaymes Foster) inspired him to come out. “I can’t raise a kid and teach him how to lie, teach him to hide things,” he reasoned on Good Morning America. “And at the same time, I also don’t ever want to raise him in an environment where it’s not OK for him to be exactly who he is, no matter what.”
Since then, the famous red-head switched from music to politics, even making a run for Congress in 2016. After losing in the election, the singer released a documentary about his journey. But he hasn’t totally left music in the rearview, announcing his plans to tour with season two champ Ruben Studdard in 2024.
Following his victory in season two of American Idol, Ruben earned a Grammy nomination and put out several chart-topping albums. In 2013, the artist appeared on The Biggest Loser as a contestant and garnered much fan support. Despite being eliminated twice, he learned valuable lessons from the experience. Although he remains close with Clay, Ruben eventually found his lifelong companion in wife Kristin, who gave birth to their second child in 2024
It turns out, the Season Three champion is thankful for each stage of her odyssey. She candidly told TopMob News in December, “Life throws things at us, we stumble, then rise again.” Despite enduring challenging times, she confessed, “For me, having to lose everything twice, battling to return here, it feels rewarding.”
Although she didn’t win season three, let me assure you that the musician more than made up for it. She received an Oscar in 2006 for her role in Dreamgirls, followed by a Grammy in 2017 for her work on the musical adaptation of The Color Purple. She also served as a judge on The Voice. Her latest endeavor, with David being her son at 14 years old, is hosting her own self-titled talk show
From the instant she appeared on the stage of American Idol, Underwood established herself as an icon in pop culture. As expected, not only did she win season four, but she has since reigned supreme as the queen of country music
three sons and a daughter. Despite encountering severe health issues in 2006, this Southern rock musician has put out three successful albums since his time on American Idol
With his large mane and booming voice, particularly memorable for his stirring performance of “Bohemian Rhapsody” during season four, Constantine seemed ideally suited for the role in Broadway’s “Rock of Ages,” earning him a Tony nomination. At present, he is touring with his hit single “Comeback” and also appearing on Broadway in “Rock & Roll Man.” He is a father to 13-year-old Malena
Following his win in season five, the silver fox saw his self-titled album achieve platinum status and graced the stage in a Broadway production of “Grease.” More recently, he’s transitioned from music to television, hosting a show called “State-Plate,” which revolves around the concept of farm-to-table dining. Despite this shift, his primary passion endures, as he has scheduled a series of tour dates for January 2024
Before Justin Bieber gained fame, there was McPhee fever that helped Katharine secure roles in both singing and acting, notably in the Broadway-style show Smash and the drama Scorpion. Since 2019, she has been married to David Foster and is now a mother to their musically-gifted son Rennie. In an interview with TopMob News, Katharine expressed her hope that Rennie would follow in his father’s footsteps and become proficient in various musical instruments. “I’d love for him to be well-versed in different types of instruments like his dad,” she said. “Of course, he’s only 2-and-a-half, we’re not pushing him, but I hope he’ll develop a good grasp of various instruments, just like his dad. I think he’s showing signs of that already.”
Following his stint on “American Idol,” the season five finalist who achieved success with the song “Wait for You” traveled to Angola. There, he collaborated with former “Idol” judge Kara DioGuardi to promote Malaria No More. Elliott also gained attention in 2010 when he survived Chile’s earthquake and tweeted about his experience
During the fifth season of American Idol, the country music artist placed sixth, but she has since appeared in Hallmark’s Christmas in Graceland and received three Daytime Emmy nominations for her TV show Pickler & Ben. Unfortunately, her husband Kyle Jacobs took his own life in February 2023. Since then, she has been reminiscing about their time together. As she shared with People magazine in an interview published last August, one of the most valuable lessons her husband taught her was to remain calm during a crisis: “If you don’t know what to do, ‘do nothing, just be still.'” She chose to follow his advice
2007 saw the six-time champion, who was the youngest winner ever, ignite excitement in many. Her “Battlefield” concert tour traveled to 35 cities across the U.S., and she added another milestone to her list by making her Broadway debut in 2010, starring in the musical “In the Heights.” Since then, her career has flourished, culminating in the birth of her first child with husband Dana Isaiah in May 2018. Over the years, she’s revisited “Idol” and danced on the 31st season of “Dancing With the Stars.”
The winner of season seven’s grand victory song, “Time of My Life,” mirrors his musical triumphs, yet it could equally symbolize his ventures beyond the stage. In 2010, he traveled to Ethiopia for the United Nations’ mission to empower women in that nation. Additionally, he participated in the Race for Hope in Washington D.C., aiming to collect funds for brain cancer research, a cause close to his heart as it was his brother Adam‘s battle that ended tragically in 2009
Following his second-place finish behind fellow singer David during season seven, he undertook a two-year religious mission for The Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints in Chile. Upon his 2014 return, he has persisted with his musical career
Despite being overshadowed by his runner-up Adam Lambert in media attention, the season eight winner has quietly achieved success with his self-titled second album. Launched in November 2009, it initially ranked at number 11 on the Billboard 200 chart, and one of its tracks, “I Need to Know,” was showcased on an episode of The Vampire Diaries
If fame were a trophy, the runner-up from the eighth season could be considered a champion. Since his appearance on the reality show, he’s put out multiple albums, led tours, received numerous nominations (even earning a Grammy nod), followed in Freddie Mercury’s footsteps by fronting Queen on tour and even starred in Fox’s reboot of The Rocky Horror Picture Show. He also temporarily joined as a judge on Idol, and performed “We Will Rock You” and “We Are the Champions” to open the 2019 Oscars
Following the eighth season of American Idol, Gokey tied the knot with his current spouse Leyicet Peralta in the year 2012. Together, they’ve welcomed four beautiful children into their family
In 2021, this three-time Grammy nominee put out a Christian music album called “Jesus People”. Additionally, he runs his own eyewear brand, known as Danny Gokey Eyewear
Following his selection as one of the top 10 finalists for a summer tour in 2010, the winner of season nine kick-started his solo music journey. In 2012, he tied the knot with model-actress Jonna Walsh, whom he had encountered during the filming of his first music video post-Idol. Today, this artist is a renowned singer-songwriter, with many of his tunes featured on hit shows like The Walking Dead
In season nine, the rock artist who was Lee DeWyze’s runner-up, known for her resemblance to Janis Joplin, got married to musician Brian Walker. Her debut album, titled “Farmer’s Daughter,” was released in December 2010. However, she lost her recording contract when RCA disbanded Arista, J Records, and Jive Records. She made her acting debut on the second season of ABC’s Body of Proof
The season 10 winner was the first Idol champ since Ruben to have his first album, Clear as Day, debut at No. 1 on the Billboard 200. He was named New Artist of the Year at the 2011 American Country Awards and sang the national anthem before Game 1 of the World Series that same year. In June 2018, the “This Is It” and “Five More Minutes” singer married longtime girlfriend Gabi Dugal. They welcomed son Avery in October 2022.
After coming second to Scotty on a popular singing show, the beloved artist of the nation secured her record deal and launched her studio debut, “Wildflower,” in October 2011. Following her stint on the show, she shared the stage with Scotty at the 2011 CMT Music Awards, made her Grand Ole Opry debut, and even performed alongside Martina McBride at the CMA Music Festival
In the tenth season of the competition, he ended up placing sixth. This result was partly influenced by the judges utilizing their one-time save from five weeks earlier. Despite this, he gained a devoted fan base and was fondly referred to as such. Following his stint on the show, he embarked on the Idols Live tour, collaborated with fellow finalist (and reported love interest) Haley Reinhart on a cover of “Baby, It’s Cold Outside”, and eventually signed with jazz label Concord
Initially eliminated prior to live voting during season 10, Allen has since achieved two consecutive No. 1 hits with “Best Shot” and “Make Me Want To” (released in 2018), and won the New Artist of the Year award at the 2021 Country Music Association Awards.
In April 2023, Allen and his wife, Alexis Allen, announced they were expecting their third child while also announcing the end of their two-year marriage. Approximately a month later, Allen was accused of sexual assault and abuse by his former manager in a lawsuit. While he admitted to infidelity and apologized publicly to Alexis for embarrassing her with his affair, he denied the sexual misconduct allegations, stating that his relationship with the former manager was consensual.
Shortly after the birth of their son, Cohen Ace James, in September, the couple announced they were attempting to reconcile their union
Following his victory in season 11, the musician soared to the pinnacle of music charts with his popular hit song “Home,” which additionally functioned as a theme tune for NBC’s broadcast of the 2012 Summer Olympics. His most recent album, titled “Drift Back,” was released in June of this year
As I eagerly prepare to share my latest album, aptly titled “Whirlwind,” with you in 2019, a year following my triumph on American Idol, I can’t help but express my excitement about the diverse sounds it encompasses. Each track holds a special place in my heart, making it challenging for me to choose one specific style as I adore them all and find it hard to remain within a single genre. However, my latest single, “SOS I’m In Love,” from 2023, carries a clear and distinct voice. This is because, as you might already know, I am currently in a relationship with the talented musician Gabe Burdulis, having moved on after my split from Caleb Lee Hutchinson, who was also a finalist on American Idol season 16
After finishing as the first runner-up in season 16, the singer has been dedicated to creating new music and seizing the benefits that come with being on ABC’s series. In an interview with TopMob News, Caleb Lee expressed his passion for music, stating, “I have always aspired to be a musician, and my time on the show opened up many opportunities.” One of these opportunities included joining Luke Bryan on stage for his final tour performance. His latest album, titled Southern Galactic, was released in November
Following her third-place finish on season 16 of American Idol, the singer known for “I Hope” dedicated herself to completing her album. She expressed her enthusiasm about performing at Stagecoach and touring with Brad Paisley, calling it the perfect culmination of everything. “It’s mind-blowing to go on tour with him,” she shared with TopMob News
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