MICHAEL SARVER looks like he should be a pro football offensive tackle or a bouncer rather than a top 12 contestant on American Idol. Judge SIMON COWELL has been in his corner from the get-go and, although SARVER appears a longshot to win the Idol crown, at least a very likable fellow proves that sometimes nice guys [...]

DANNY GOKEY’S inspiring story (he lost his wife several months before auditioning) is one of American Idol’s highlights this season and that’s the reason GOKEY has made the Top 12. Of course, GOKEY also has a good voice and he’s using that soulful instrument in the next couple of weeks to help inspire people and put [...]

DANNY GOKEY is a widower who continues to find inspiration and strength from his late wife and his close friends and family. The bespectacled GOKEY (who bears a slight resemblance to SETH ROGAN) has had one of Idol’s more touching stories this season and he gets his shot at advancing to the next round as [...]

American Idol contestant TATIANA NICOLE DEL TORO has definitely weathered the highs and lows during her run on the show. Now that she is a Top 36 contestant, TATIANA is ready for the trials and tribulations of taking part in one of Television’s most popular programs. The singer looks for guidance from up above and [...]

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It has been determined that Joanna Pacitti is ineligible to continue in the competition. AMERICAN IDOL contestant Felicia Barton has replaced Ms. Pacitti as part of the Top 36.

PAULA ABDUL carved out a successful career as a choreographer and singer before she became a judge on AMERICAN IDOL. ABDULs love for music and dancing came from Hollywood luminary GENE KELLY and she talked about why he’s been a big influence on her life. (CLICK ON THE MEDIA BAR BELOW)

We’ve talked plenty with the new girl at the AMERICAN IDOL judges’ table, KARA DioGUARDI… but let’s not forget our old friend, PAULA ABDUL.  As the next group of Hollywood week contestants prepare to advance, Paula offered up a little advice about choosing songs…
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SIMON COWELL has never been one to mince words regarding his thoughts on the success and, at times, failings of AMERICAN IDOL.  He gave his thoughts on a few of the music mentors he wants to collaborate with on this season’s run of A.I.. (CLICK ON THE MEDIA BAR BELOW)

One of KARA DIOGUARDI’S most refreshing traits is her unabashed candor, even if it’s at the expense of taking shots at herself! The latest addition to the American Idol family had a rather eye-opening experience learning the ropes as the newest judge.  

DIOGUARDI elaborates on her journey through the American Idol auditions. (CLICK ON THE MEDIA BAR BELOW)

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Even a pop culture genius like SIMON COWELL had no clue if American Idol was going to fly when it debuted and he would not have been surprised if the show actually failed.  Idol, which returned last week,is America’s most popular reality show and COWELL is honestly surprised by the program’s rabid fan base. (CLICK ON THE [...]