Lionel Richie: Last News

International superstar Lionel Richie has announced a UK and European headline tour with ‘Say Hello To The Hits’ with one Scottish date.

the Beach Boys founder Brian Wilson, is speaking out about her daughter. “I just wanna say, we’re human, and the internet is so cruel.

Sunday’s episode of “American Idol,” Bonfiglio — who is the daughter of Wilson Phillips member Carnie Wilson and granddaughter of The Beach Boys’ Brian Wilson — introduced herself and her father, Rob, to judges Carrie Underwood, Lionel Richie and Luke Bryan. “I’m guessing you come from a musical family,” Underwood said, before asking her what she would perform. “First, I have to get some family members,” Bonfiglio said before grabbing her mom, Carnie, and aunt Wendy — who are co-founders of the popular ’90s pop group, which also included Chynna Phillips.

according to TMZ.Kiker died on Monday at age 32, his sister, Angela Evans, confirmed in a touching Facebook post.“It is with a heavy heart that we have to announce the passing of my brother Douglas Kiker he was sooo loved and will be missed by so many! Your singing with the Angel’s now Bubba Please pray for our family as we go threw this very difficult time.”The Denver Medical Examiner’s Office told The Post that the “the cause and manner” surrounding Kiker’s death are “pending investigation.”TMZ cited sources saying that drugs allegedly caused the Alabama native to have a heart attack and EMS transported him to Denver Health Medical Center.The performer was in the hospital for five days until he died.A GoFundMe page set up by his family to help with funeral expenses has already surpassed its goal of $4,500.His ex-fiancée, Valerie Cook, told TMZ she’s upset that her kids lost their father.His brother shared an emotional statement on Wednesday when the news came out.“Dear brother I just want you to know that know matter where you are you will always be my baby brother I know you are finally at piece I just wish I had more time with you so until I can see you again say hey to bubba for me and tell him I love him rest in peace Douglas Kiker my baby brother.”The vocalist auditioned for Season 18 of “American Idol” in 2019.When judge Lionel Richie asked what kind of performing experience he had, the trashman responded, “I don’t have any,” so they had Ryan Seacrest take him on the street to warm up in front of a crowd.During the audition, Luke Bryan played piano while Kiker sang the Rascal Flatts hit “Bless the Broken Road,” which made Katy Perry tear up.“I want us all to know, you know, you’re a hell of a man,” Richie said as

J. Kim Murphy Douglas Kiker, a contestant on “American Idol” Season 18 who memorably moved series judge Katy Perry to tears with his audition performance, has died. He was 32 years old.

Carrie Underwood has sung and jammed along to Korn and Drowning Pool songs during an American Idol audition round – check it out below.During a recent episode of American Idol, former winner and current judge Carrie Underwood surprised fellow judges Lionel Richie and Luke Bryan with her knowledge of metal and hard rock music.During the audition round, 18-year-old contestant Insite looked to wow the judges with his rendition of Korn’s ‘Freak On A Leash’. During the performance, Underwood was seen mouthing along to the performance before fully caving in and singing along to the breakdown.While Richie and Bryan were surprised by Underwood’s “alter-ego”, they were unsure of Insite’s abilities, prompting Underwood to ask if he could audition with another track.

Thania Garcia The Songwriters Hall of Fame will recognize Stephen Schwartz — the arranger and composer behind the music from “Wicked,” “Godspell” and “Pippin” — as the recipient of the 2025 Johnny Mercer Award at the Songwriters Hall of Fame Induction and Awards Gala, slated for June 12 at the Marriott Marquis Hotel in New York City. The Johnny Mercer Award is the most prestigious honor bestowed by the Songwriters Hall of Fame, is exclusively reserved for a songwriter or songwriting team who has already been inducted in a prior year and whose body of work is of “such high quality and impact that it upholds the gold standard set by the legendary Johnny Mercer,” per the SHOF.

stepped down after Season 22 to release music and tour. Beginning this season, she’ll be replaced by “American Idol” Season 4 winner and country music superstar Carrie Underwood. It’s not the first time the former winner has returned to “Idol,” having mentored contestants in Seasons 16 and 20, but it’s her first time on the other side of the judges table.

Carrie Underwood is gearing up to make her debut as a new judge on American Idol!

Peter Andre has called for action to "eliminate" the crime of stalking after a man pleaded guilty to stalking, causing serious harm and distress, to Strictly Come Dancing head judge Shirley Ballas. Kyle Shaw, 37, admitted the charges that took place between August 31 2017 and November 29 2023 at Liverpool Crown Court last week, and the court heard how head judge Shirley, 64, moved her mum to a different home and increased security measures. Elsewhere, Pete throws his hat in the ring to become the next James Bond, and recalls the time he lost a very special gift given to him by the legend that is Celine Dion...

William Earl The 97th Academy Awards was a joyous affair, full of big orchestral numbers, celebrity singalongs and a triumphant hosting debut from Conan O’Brien. While “Anora” led the night with five wins, there were several snubs and surprises. Check out our list of the biggest unexpected moments below.

It’s hard to believe American Idol premiered over two decades ago!

EXCLUSIVE: Carrie Underwood is set to remind people of her American Idol origin story ahead of getting behind the judging desk.

Loretta Lynn’s granddaughter, Emmy Russell, didn’t necessarily want to perform her grandmother’s iconic song while appearing on “American Idol” last year. During an appearance on “The Thrivalist Podcast,” the country singer revealed that while it wasn’t her idea to sing “Coal Miner’s Daughter” during the competition show, she didn’t walk away with any regrets. “Judges picked three songs, and the only one I knew was ‘Coal Miner’s Daughter,'” Russell said of then-judges Katy Perry, Luke Bryan and Lionel Richie.

K-pop reality series, titled KPOPPED, which will star Megan Thee Stallion and Psy.Today (February 6), Apple TV+ announced that KPOPPED, an eight-episode song battle series, will arrive this year. Executive produced by Lionel Richie, the show is set to star South Korean musician Psy – best known for his viral 2012 hit ‘Gangnam Style’ – and American rapper Megan Thee Stallion, who has collaborated with the likes of TWICE, BTS and more.According to the streaming service, the series will feature “Western icons reimagin[ing] one of their biggest hits, collaborating with top-tier K-pop idols to deliver spectacular battle performances, with a live Seoul-based audience picking the winner of the best new K-popped song”.Megan Thee Stallion will also serve as an executive producer on the show and will also be featured as a performer with her song ‘Savage’.

Psy and Megan Thee Stallion are leading an upcoming new competition series for Apple TV+!

Joe Otterson TV Reporter Apple TV+ has ordered a K-pop competition series with “Gangnam Style” singer Psy and Megan Thee Stallion set to star, Variety has learned. The series is titled “KPopped.” Apple has commissioned eight episodes. Per the official description, “In each episode, western icons reimagine one of their biggest hits, collaborating with top-tier K-pop idols to deliver spectacular battle performances, with a live Seoul-based audience picking the winner of the best new K-popped song.” Megan Thee Stallion will executive produce in addition to performing her hit song “Savage” on the show.

EXCLUSIVE: Apple is getting deeper into the K-pop business.

Michael Schneider Variety Editor at Large Grammy-nominated singer/songwriter Jelly Roll has sealed a deal to join this upcoming season of ABC’s “American Idol” as the show’s first-ever “artist in residence.” According to the network, the Nashville artist will join the show during its “Hollywood Week” episodes, and then continue to appear throughout the season. Jelly Roll previously served last season as a guest mentor and performer on “Idol,” appearing on the show during its visit last year to Disney’s Aulani Resort in Hawai’i.

Ruth Langsford was left sharing her love for Rylan Clark after their latest night out together. The TV presenters are close pals with Rylan previously referring to Ruth and her ex-husband Eamonn Holmes as his 'TV mum and dad'.

Sir Mo Farah has been unmasked as the celebrity behind The Masked Singer's Joel Dommett costume.The Olympian, who performed Lionel Richie’s Hello in a costume resembling Joel, revealed his identity on Saturday's episode of the ITV1 show. Jonathan Ross correctly identified Sir Mo, who then joined the judging panel for the rest of the show. "It’s been incredible", said the 41-year-old athlete.

shared a TikTok where he gave his scathing reaction to her new song “OK.”In the clip, Steven James listens to the track in the car with facial reactions that indicate he’s not a fan.“This can’t be the same person who eliminated me on American Idol 5 years ago,” James wrote over the video, which has over 2.4 million plays. James appeared on Season 17 of the ABC singing competition series in 2019.