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reunion on! After hosting Simon Cowell for her daytime debut, Jennifer Hudson was reunited with another member of the show's original judging panel -- Randy Jackson. «Thank you for you voice and bringing your voice to us on the show,» the music legend said to Hudson, recalling their first encounter at her  audition in Atlanta 18 years ago. «I grew up in the church, in the hood. You grew up in the church, probably in the hood too. Singing is what we love, we grow up loving singing in the church,» Jackson shared.

It was an unofficial American Idol reunion on Monday morning.Talk show host and singer Kelly Clarkson was honored with star on the Hollywood Walk of Fame in Los Angeles. Also seen at the event were American Idol vets Randy Jackson, Simon Cowell, and Paula Abdul.The Stronger crooner looked lovely in a black dress with black boots and a gold necklace. All together! It was an unofficial American Idol reunion on Monday morning They go back 20 years: Talk show host and singer Kelly Clarkson was honored with star on the Hollywood Walk of Fame in Los Angeles.

It was an unofficial American Idol reunion on Monday morning.Talk show host and singer Kelly Clarkson was honored with star on the Hollywood Walk of Fame in Los Angeles. Also seen at the event were American Idol vets Randy Jackson, Simon Cowell, and Paula Abdul.The Stronger crooner looked lovely in a black dress with black boots and a gold necklace. All together! It was an unofficial American Idol reunion on Monday morning They go back 20 years: Talk show host and singer Kelly Clarkson was honored with star on the Hollywood Walk of Fame in Los Angeles.

Kelly Clarkson felt "freaked out" to be "cemented in history" on the Hollywood Walk of Fame. The 40-year-old pop star shot to fame back in 2002 when she won the inaugural series of 'American Idol' and has been given the prestigious honour of a spot on Hollywood Boulevard in Los Angeles located outside the Dolby Theater where the reality singing competition was filmed. Asked what it felt like to be "cemented in history", she told 'Entertainment Tonight': "Wow, how you just said it kind of freaked me out, that's crazy.

Simon Cowell would have nothing without singer Kelly Clarkson, he has claimed as he honoured the superstar singer.Kelly, 40, found fame back in 2002 when she became the first winner of American Idol, catapulting her to international stardom.Since winning the talent show, which first aired in the UK, the star has gone on to rack up a string of hit records and awards, including a Grammy.READ MORE: X Factor stars to take ITV show to court over £1m 'bullying' and 'trauma' claimBut while Simon Cowell may have helped launch her career, the music mogul has also claimed Kelly helped him sustain a lengthy career in the music and entertainment business.Kelly was recently honoured with a star on the Hollywood Walk of Fame, which saw former judges Randy Jackson and Paula Abdul reunite with Kelly and Simon.Praising Kelly, the dad-of-one said: "I remember the day we met you, I remember not just your voice but your personality."I didn't realise at that point how good you were, I just liked you, and I'm so thankful."I can honestly say thanks to you I'm here today, genuinely, I swear to God."He went on to add: "Because you validated what we did – if we didn’t find a star there's no point in doing these shows and I could never predict what was going to happen."The Kelly you see in front of the camera is the Kelly you see behind the camera, she is one of the nicest, most loyal, talented people I have had the great, great fortune to help."Kelly went on to say she was honoured to "not just have yes people" but to have had so much support over the past two decades.The singer is preparing for the release of her first album in five years, with the record believed to be focused on her split from her former husband, Brandon Blackstock.Kelly and

Kelly Clarkson's  family came out in full force to support the singer and talk show host at her Hollywood Walk of Fame ceremony Monday. The original judging panel — Simon Cowell, Randy Jackson and Paula Abdul -- were on hand to help pay tribute to Clarkson.The trio posed for photos with Clarkson as she proudly displayed her star and cemented her place in Hollywood history.Cowell spoke at the ceremony, praising Clarkson and the career she's had since winning the singing competition during its inaugural season.«We were just talking about the moment when you sang 'Respect,' and we all looked at each other, and it was like, 'Oh.

Kelly Clarkson was honored with her own star on the iconic Hollywood Walk of Fame on Monday, and the celebrated singer and TV personality beamed as she basked in the celebratory glow of the achievement.Clarkson spoke with ET's Cassie DiLaura after the big event — where she was reunited with original  judges Simon Cowell, Paula Abdul and Randy Jackson — and Clarkson reflected on what it was like to be «cemented in history» on the Walk of Fame.«Wow, how you just said it kind of freaked me out, that's crazy. I didn't really think about it like, that but it's incredible,» Clarkson shared. «I mean, you know, you've seen these pictures since you were a kid, with all these major people that influenced you artistically in your life, and it's cool to be a part of that.»«Especially like right in front of where I won [] 20 years ago,» added Clarkson, whose star is located right in front of the Dolby Theater on Hollywood Blvd.

Kelly Clarkson‘s two children, River Rose and Remington Blackstock, are all grown up!

Kelly Clarkson received her star on the Hollywood Walk of Fame Monday morning, 20 years after becoming the first ever winner of "American Idol" at the end of its first season in 2002.  After the ceremony, Clarkson spoke with Fox News Digital regarding how she was feeling about reaching that Hollywood milestone two decades after her historic win. Clarkson was able to share the moment with her two children, who watched their mom’s big moment from the audience, as well as the ones who gave her a big break, original "American Idol" judges Simon Cowell, Paula Abdul and Randy Jackson.

Kelly Clarkson has officially been honoured with a Hollywood star.

It was an unofficial American Idol reunion on Monday morning.Talk show host and singer Kelly Clarkson was honored with star on the Hollywood Walk of Fame in Los Angeles. Also seen at the event were American Idol vets Randy Jackson, Simon Cowell, and Paula Abdul.The Stronger crooner looked lovely in a black dress with black boots and a gold necklace. All together! It was an unofficial American Idol reunion on Monday morning They go back 20 years: Talk show host and singer Kelly Clarkson was honored with star on the Hollywood Walk of Fame in Los Angeles.

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The estate of Michael Jackson has removed three of the artist's songs from streaming platforms, American Songwriter reports. The songs, “Monster” featuring 50 Cent, “Keep Your Head Up,” and “Breaking News,” all appeared on the 2010 project Michael—some fans and members of Jackson's family believe that Jackson did not sing on the tracks, though a representative denied this in a statement to the fan website Behind The Mask.

Kelly Clarkson has had a long, varied, and successful career, from singing to talk show hosting, and though many have inspired her along the way, she has no doubt in her mind that there is one person she owes her career to.MORE: Kelly Clarkson bids farewell to show as she gears up for summer vacationThe star not only revealed the person near her heart, but proved just how loyal she is to those who helped her achieve success.She revealed that her music partner, Jason Halbert, has been with her through it all, from her American Idol days to now her role on The Kelly Clarkson Show.WATCH: Kelly collapses after being upstaged by Anne HathawayMORE: Kelly Clarkson’s ex-husband buys $1.8 million home after divorce battleKelly gave him a heartfelt shout-out on her show, explaining just how much he means to her.Jason is currently a part of her band on the show, and when guest Randy Jackson said just how good they were, the singer revealed the truth about "the man behind that keyboard."She explained: "I don't know if anybody knows this… The reason why, this is not a lie, I'm not being nice, it's just true… My career exists, the reason why I've had longevity is the man behind that keyboard right there, his name is Jason Halbert."A post shared by The Kelly Clarkson Show (@kellyclarksonshow)The heartfelt revelationJason proudly stood behind his keyboard as the audience and Kelly gave him a  well-deserved round of applause, and Kelly had even more to say.MORE: Kelly Clarkson regains ownership of Montana ranch as ex-husband finally moves outMORE: Kelly Clarkson's peculiar eating habit will take you by surprise"And wait, this is the best part, Jason was actually hired by Randy Jackson to be in my band…" Randy, who was sitting next to

Janet Jackson paid tribute to her late brother Michael Jackson on the anniversary of his death 14 years ago.On Saturday, the 56-year-old singer shared a throwback photo in which she was seen posing with the King of Pop, who passed away on June 25 from cardiac arrest at the age of 50.The That's the Way Love Goes songstress captioned her post simply with a white heart emoji. Remembering him:Janet Jackson paid tribute to her late brother Michael Jackson on the anniversary of his death 14 years ago Back then:.

Taking charge of his well-being. Randy Jackson made a pledge to live a healthier lifestyle after being diagnosed with type 2 diabetes in 2002.

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AT the height of their success, The Wanted were partying with J-Lo, touring America and even hanging out at the White House. Now, in an upcoming book, singer Tom Parker - who tragically died in March after a year and a half battling brain cancer - has lifted the lid on the band's wildest adventures.

“American Idol” celebrated its 20th birthday in style Monday night.

Paula Abdul fought back tears when she was reunited with former American Idol contestants on Monday during The Great Idol Reunion special on ABC.The 59-year-old singer and dancer was part of the original American Idol lineup on Fox that also included Randy Jackson, 65, and Simon Cowell, 62, as judges and Ryan Seacrest, 47, as host.Ryan after returning from a commercial break was approached by current judges Lionel Richie, 72, and Luke Bryan, 45, who informed him that people were sitting in their seats. Reunion special:Paula Abdul fought back tears when she was reunited with former American Idol contestants on Monday during The Great Idol Reunion special on ABC'The lady said she was here first and the guy said something about a dog,' Luke said.'Hold on for a second,' Ryan said.

Michele Amabile Angermiller “American Idol” marked its 20th birthday on Monday night with “The Great Idol Reunion,” a one-hour special featuring past “Idol” contestants and judges and celebrating the show’s history, both during its years on Fox and its current home on ABC.“Tonight we are opening the Idol yearbook,” said host Ryan Seacrest as he revealed the “Idol” VIP area, which included such familiar faces as Tamyra Gray, Pia Toscano, Anthony Federov, Brooke White, Justin Guarini, William Hung, and Seacrest’s unforgettable frosted hair.Wasting no time getting to Hung, whose name is “synonymous with ‘American Idol,'” noted Seacrest, he returned to the stage to reprise his epic Ricky Martin performance of “She Bangs” as former judges Paula Abdul and Randy Jackson felt right at home alongside the current panel of Katy Perry, Luke Bryan and Lionel Richie. In classic Abdul form, she kicked into Paula-speak, which fans surely fondly remember.“I am most proud ,most humbled by having the experience of a lifetime,” she said.