Kenedi Anderson Drops Out of 'American Idol' - Read Her Statement, Plus Ryan Seacrest's Explanation

At 6'4", there's no doubt that Alexander Skarsgard will often find himself to be the tallest person in the room on any given day.But during a Thursday set visit to Live with Kelly and Ryan - the 45-year-old actor made sure to try and fit in with the show's hosts, most notably Kelly Ripa.The show's official Instagram posted a snap of the actor and the diminutive daytime diva with the caption: 'Trying to blend in with the short king.' In the studio: Alexander Skarsgard was the guest on Thursday's episode of Live With Kelly And Ryan, and the hosts shared a photo of the actor to their show's official Instagram accountSwedish hunk Alexander could be seen crouching down, while posing with 5'3" star Kelly, 51.Meanwhile Kelly's co-host Ryan Seacrest, 47, - who is 5' 7" - stood to the side. Skarsgard kept it very casual in a black T-shirt, blue jeans and Converse sneakers during his time on set.Ripa looked lovely in a brown polka-dotted dress and a set of stark white high-heeled shoes.Seacrest opted for a black t-shirt, matching slim-fitting pants and a light brown button-up jacket.The actor was also seen in a video that was shared to the show's Instagram Story, in which he warmly greeted the program's hosts.

Lionel Richie announced that Platinum ticket winner Jay Copeland was saved by the judges during the final seconds of Monday's episode of American Idol on ABC.'I just can't believe you took so long to get to the core of what I wanted from you,' Lionel, 72, said to the 23-year-old singer from Salisbury, Maryland. 'And then you gave it to me, Jay.

Sharing her story? After Kenedi Anderson’s American Idol departure shocked devoted viewers and fans, she has seemingly lined up her next move.

A former “American Idol” contestant is out with a new song.

Kenedi Anderson may have just left American Idol after being noted as a surefire standout, but she appears to not be going anywhere from music. Just days after speaking about about leaving the show for “necessary” reasons, the teen shared a TikTok on Wednesday debuting a new song and the lyrics are … perhaps a little telling.

Amid the news that American Idol frontrunner Kenedi Anderson has dropped out of the competition for season 20, we’re taking a look back at other contestants who have quit the show.

And suddenly, it’s anyone’s competition. After being declared the “biggest star” American Idol judge Luke Bryan has “ever seen,” Kenedi Anderson has removed herself from the ABC series.

17-year-old contestant got into the Top 24 for season 20 of the ABC series. However, on Monday, she took to social media to share that she decided to drop out of the musical race. Her Top 24 performance was pre-taped and aired on Sunday.

Kenedi Anderson shockingly dropped out of American Idol for 'personal reasons' on Monday's episode after becoming a frontrunner as a Platinum Ticket winner.The 17-year-old singer from Crozet, Virginia, performed from Hawaii during the two-hour pre-recorded episode followed by host Ryan Seacrest, 47, announcing her departure.'Since we taped these shows in Hawaii earlier, Kenedi has decided to withdraw from our show for personal reasons,' Ryan said. 'We send her well wishes.' Personal reasons:Kenedi Anderson shockingly dropped out of American Idol for 'personal reasons' on Monday's episode after becoming a frontrunner as a Platinum Ticket winner.Kenedi also posted on Instagram on Sunday about leaving the ABC singing competition show.'For personal reasons, I'm unable to continue on.

Platinum ticket winner 18-year-old Kenedi Anderson has dropped out of the 20th season of American Idol. The early frontrunner was one of three contestants to win the coveted platinum ticket which fast-tracks them past Hollywood Week. 

The “American Idol” Top 24 is down one after Kenedi Anderson decided to drop out.

Katy Perry knows how to commit to an entertaining bit once she gets on board, and that's just what she did on the latest episode of American Idol.MORE: Katy Perry selling stunning $19.5m family home - see insideThe singer started off the episode wading in the waters of Hawaii, hanging onto a surfboard while seemingly drowning.VIDEO: Katy Perry's Prague adventuresShe spoke to a plastic seagull that perched atop her board, telling it there was "no land in sight" in an homage to Tom Hanks' performance in Cast Away."You'll be the judge now," she told the bird as she then implored for it to fly away, comically swatting it off the board and saying: "Goodbye Luke! Goodbye Lionel!"MORE: Katy Perry suffers wardrobe malfunction on latest American Idol episodeIt then cut to her two fellow judges, Luke Bryan and Lionel Richie, sitting on a boat as they pulled up to her, revealing that she was only 30 feet from shore, where host Ryan Seacrest lay on a beach chair with a drink in his hand.She then got out of the water and walked back to shore, seemingly embarrassed, revealing that she wore a curve-hugging white swimsuit with a multi-colored pattern during her scene.A post shared by KATY PERRY (@katyperry)Katy channeled Tom Hanks in Cast Away for her pre-show bitKaty expertly riffed on herself in the caption of her post, writing: "And the Oscar for the Most Idiotic [performance] goes to…But tbh you haven't seen REAL drama until America gets to vote.

Jimmie Allen was overcome watching Mike Parker bring his legacy to life.

Michelle Pfeiffer, 63, and Kelly Ripa, 51, looked so much alike on Friday that they could pass for sisters.The ladies both wore polka dots and had their blonde hair styled in a similar way as they were seen on the morning showLive With Kelly And Ryan.'Everyone got Michelle Pfeiffer’s polka dot memo,' it was shared on the Instagram page for the show. Even co-host Ryan Seacrest had on a polka dot scarf.

Ryan Seacrest and his girlfriend Aubrey Paige were spotted leaving Gotham Gym in New York City's West Village on Wednesday.The 47-year-old media personality and his partner, 24, were first seen while spending time in the workout facility and stayed close while stepping into the Big Apple's streets.The pair's outing comes not long after the television figure's co-host and collaborator, Kelly Ripa, publicly expressed her approval of their relationship. Better together:Ryan Seacrest and his girlfriend, Aubrey Paige, were spotted while leaving Gotham Gym in New York City's West VillageSeacrest wore a puffy black Patagonia zip-up jacket on top of a t-shirt while spending time with his girlfriend.The former American Idol host also rocked a set of sweat pants and dual-tone athletic shoes.

Kelly Ripa is a fan of Ryan Seacrest‘s girlfriend. On Monday’s episode of “Live With Kelly and Ryan“, Ripa revealed that she’d recently hosted a birthday party for her husband, Mark Consuelos, which Seacrest attended with his girlfriend, Aubrey Paige.

Kelly Ripa is a fan of Ryan Seacrest's girlfriend. On Monday's episode of , Ripa revealed that she'd recently hosted a birthday party for her husband, Mark Consuelos, which Seacrest attended with his girlfriend, Aubrey Paige.«The most exciting guest that came was Ryan's plus one, as acknowledged by every single speech given, because we were all so excited,» Ripa said of the 24-year-old model.At the party, Ripa gave a birthday toast to her husband, during which she quipped to Paige, «We're all happy you're here. And that you exist, because we weren't sure there was anybody.»«We were starting to be like, 'Maybe he doesn't have a special person.

Ryan Seacrest will hold onto girlfriend Aubrey Paige forever. "If you two break up, I'm going into seclusion. I am so fond of her," Kelly told Ryan of Aubrey on "Live with Kelly and Ryan." Kelly, who said her husband, Mark Consuelos, is also on Team Aubrey, recalled going to a recent group dinner in New York City that included Ryan and his lady.

The Top 24 was revealed on Monday night's episode of American Idol, with host Ryan Seacrest and judges Katy Perry, Lionel Richie and Luke Bryan revealing a new surprise - and an Idol first.After all of the decisions were made, the Top 24 singers were gathered, where Seacrest and the judges revealed that, 'for the first time ever, we are taking our Top 24 to Disney's Aulani Resort, in Ko Alina, Hawaii.The singers were overjoyed but seemed not to fully realize where they were going, when Perry revealed the resort was, 'in Hawaii' as they cheered even more, while it was also revealed that the Top 24 will be joined by surprise mentors Bebe Rexha and Jimmie Allen, in next week's two-night event from Hawaii on Sunday and Monday. Idol first:The Top 24 was revealed on Monday night's episode of American Idol, with host Ryan Seacrest and judges Katy Perry, Lionel Richie and Luke Bryan revealing a new surprise - and an Idol first Resort:The Top 24 was revealed on Monday night's episode of American Idol, with host Ryan Seacrest and judges Katy Perry, Lionel Richie and Luke Bryan revealing a new surprise - and an Idol first Mentors:The singers were overjoyed but seemed not to fully realize where they were going, when Perry revealed the resort was, 'in Hawaii' as they cheered even more, while it was also revealed that the Top 24 will be joined by surprise mentors Bebe Rexha and Jimmie Allen, in next week's two-night event from Hawaii on Sunday and MondayThe end-of-episode tease only showed a few shots of Allen and Rexha from the Hawaiian resort, though Rexha was clearly impressed with the level of talent.'I'm blown away.

Ryan Seacrest may be notoriously private about his relationships, but he (and cohost Kelly Ripa) can’t help but gush over his current love, Aubrey Paige.

Kelly Ripa revealed she finally met Ryan Seacrest‘s girlfriend, model Aubrey Paige Petcosky, 23.