American Idol: Last News

American Idol star Doug Kiker has died at the age of 32.The 'Singing Garbage Man' was a fan favourite on the 18th season of the hit show in 2020. His sister Angela Evans confirmed the tragic news of his passing and posted that the family were "completely unprepared" for his shock death. She also asked for help in bringing his body home from Colorado.

Page Six reports. The news follows the “Since U Been” singer-turned-chat show queen’s still-unexplained absence from “The Kelly Clarkson Show” for nearly two weeks last month.

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.

Instagram post.In the clip, McCreery took a few steps backward at the end of a song before he tripped over a speaker and landed on his backside. As the audience gasped, he quickly rolled over and picked himself up before pumping his fist in the air.“The Stage: 1 Me: 0,” McCreery wrote on the video, adding a laughing emoji.The video then cut to McCreery as he walked across the stage and asked the crowd, “Who put that there?” As the clip continued, the North Carolina native walked up the stairs backstage, followed by two of his band members.“I haven’t done that in a minute,” McCreery said with a smile.

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.

Elton John has said talent shows like The X Factor and American Idol are “the worst” for aspiring artists, and has instead advised them to “go and play in a pub”.Ahead of the release of ‘Who Believes In Angels?’, the upcoming collaborative album he has made with Brandi Carlile, the two musicians sat down with Rolling Stone to discuss the record, and how best to nurture emerging talent.“Just keep trying to play live,” Elton advised. “That’s the way you improve as a musician and songwriter. It doesn’t matter if you’re playing to 40 people.

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

American Idol contestant Douglas Kiker has died at the young age of 32.Kiker’s death was confirmed by his sister Angela Evans on Facebook on Wednesday (March 12). She wrote: “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! [You’re] singing with the angels now Bubba.

has died at 32.His sister, Angela Evans, confirmed his passing 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.”Kiker – who was given the moniker “The Singing Garbage Man” on the show – passed away Monday, The Post confirmed.The Denver Medical Examiner’s Office exclusively told The Post that “on March 10, 2025, at 2:44 p.m., the Denver Office of the Medical Examiner was notified of a death at Denver Health Medical Center.”“The cause and manner of death are pending investigation.”His ex-fiancée, Valerie Cook, told TMZ that she hates that her kids lost their father.His family, meanwhile, started a GoFundMe after Kiker’s death.“It is with heavy hearts that we have to say goodbye to one of the most sincere souls and most hilarious person of all. Douglas, a beloved son, brother, father and friend,” his loved one’s message read.“We are now left with the difficult task of bringing him home and covering funeral expenses,” the post continued.

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.

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.

In the clip shared on Instagram Jan. 8, the perennially clean-shaven Seacrest sports a well-manicured beard along with a wavy hairstyle that is longer and looser than his typical coiffure.

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.

Clay Aiken was the runner-up during that second season, but the talk show host didn’t remember it that way. “We spent a lot of time,” Clarkson, 42, recalled on Monday’s episode of “The Kelly Clarkson Show” while talking to Aiken.

US music and television icon Paula Abdul has expressed her relief after settling a lawsuit with American Idol producer Nigel Lythgoe, who she accused of sexually assaulting her during her time as a judge on the show.The 62 year old pop star from the 80s and 90s filed a notice of settlement in Los Angeles Superior Court on Thursday, which is still awaiting approval by a judge. British TV producer Nigel, 75, has strongly denied the allegations made in the Californian lawsuit filed nearly a year ago.

WSPA. The outlet reported that Kennedy was sentenced to 25 years in prison and a $25,100 fine, which has been reduced to eight years and a $15,000 fee. Kennedy will serve three years of his sentence via home detention.

The Voice US, accidentally shot himself while out hunting near his Texas ranch this week.On Friday (November 15), the country singer, who won the TV competition in 2016, was hospitalised after firing one shot into his own stomach, and is currently in a stable condition.The singer’s agent told CBS News that Head was out hunting alone when his firearm “slipped out of the holster, hit the side of the jeep and discharged into his stomach area”.The Texan had previously been a semi-finalist on American Idol in 2007, but went further on the 2016 season of The Voice, winning the competition under the mentorship of Blake Shelton.**UPDATE**Another update:We have arrived at hospital and just now physically put my eyes on him and heard his sweet…Posted by Sundance Head on Friday, November 15, 2024In a Facebook post, his wife Misty Head wrote: “It was not his hunting rifle and no nobody shot him. He was out of the vehicle reaching in to grab his 22 when he grabbed it the 22 came out of its holster and hit the exterior of the Jeep just right and went off.

Orlando Bloom has given credit to Queen Elizabeth II for a miraculous escape when his parachute failed during skydiving on the day she passed away.The actor, known for his daring stunts, faced his fears at a staggering speed of 120mph when he had to quickly resort to the emergency toggle. Reliving the spine-chilling incident, Orlando remarked: "I cannot believe this just happened to me on my seventh jump." Describing the fault in his gear, he recounted: "I pulled it twice, I looked up, the toggle, it was twisted and locked and I couldn't get it.

SiriusXM’s Music Row Happy Hour inside Resorts World Las Vegas, Underwood gave insight on the three ways she plans to fairly judge the contestants.“I think I can be honest and constructive, but still kind,” she told Buzz Brainard. “I think that’s the whole point ’cause people are coming in, and you know … it’s dreams.”Underwood added, “You’re a part of somebody’s story from that moment on.

JaM Cellars, the makers of Butter wines, results also revealed that 61% of respondents prefer modern, currently running reality TV shows to older, classic reruns. Interestingly, 66% of baby boomers prefer new, modern shows, more than any other generation.More than three-quarters (76%) prefer to rotate between different shows rather than watch the same one and another 59% prefer to stream their content rather than watch it live on cable.This may be because 64% would rather binge-watch an entire season than watch one episode at a time.

Carrie Underwood prepares to take Katy Perry’s seat on the “American Idol” judging panel, the country superstar confessed a challenge she will face.When asked what kind of judge she would be on the popular singing competition show, she admitted, “I do have a big problem … I can’t lie.”“I feel like I’ll be very honest but hopefully constructive and encouraging,” Underwood told “Good Morning America,” ahead of her debut.Underwood added that although she’ll be honest, she won’t be “too tough” on the “American Idol” contestants.“Just ask my kids,” she quipped, as she referred to her two sons, whom she shares with her husband, former NHL center, Mike Fisher.The “Before He Cheats” singer reflected on how she feels returning to “American Idol” after she won the fourth season of the competition show in 2005.“It feels like home,” Underwood said. “There are so many people that even still work on the show that were there when I was a contestant.”“I feel like being on both sides of the coin, I’ll be able to hopefully offer some insight, and help.