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died at her home in Nashville, Tennessee, on April 18. She was 47.On Monday night’s episode (8 p.m. on ABC), “Idol” alums Colton Dixon, Melinda Doolittle and Danny Gokey performed a cover of “Shackles (Praise You)” by duo Mary Mary as a tribute to Mandisa.

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‘American Idol’ host Ryan Seacrest admits one thing he can’t do when he takes over ‘Wheel of Fortune’

wrote in June 2023. “I’ve decided that our 41st season, which begins in September, will be my last.

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Katy Perry shuts down the ‘biggest lie’ of the music industry

When she announced she was leaving her role as a judge on “American Idol” while appearing on “Jimmy Kimmel Live” in February, Perry also teased new music in the works. “I mean, I love ‘Idol’ so much. … It’s connected me with the heart of America, but I feel like I need to go out and feel that pulse to my own beat,” she told Kimmel with a wink.When asked how her fellow judges Luke Bryan and Lionel Richie reacted to the news, she joked they’d find out that night and said, “They know that I have some things planned for this year.”“So, it’s going to be a very, very exciting year … for all popstar girlies!” she added.

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Kellie Pickler performs live for the first time since husband Kyle Jacobs’ suicide: ‘I know he is here with us’

died by suicide in February 2023, the country star performed for the first time since his death on Monday night.The occasion for her triumphant comeback was the “Walkin’ After Midnight” tribute to Patsy Cline at Nashville’s famed Ryman Auditorium.“How we doin’ tonight, y’all? I’d be lying if I didn’t say I’m incredibly nervous right now,” she said in a video shared via TikTok while addressing the crowd. “It’s been the first time I’ve been up on stage in a while.”To make it even more of an emotional moment, the 2006 “American Idol” alum even sang a song that she co-wrote with her late husband: “The Woman I Am.”“My husband and I actually wrote this song together, gosh, over a decade ago,” she said.

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‘American Idol’ alum Mandisa’s death at age 47 still being investigated: police

death of “American Idol” alum Mandisa, authorities said in a statement on Monday.The California native, whose full name was Mandisa Hundley, died at her home in Nashville, Tennessee, on April 18.Her cause of death is still unknown. She was 47.Police do not believe that her death was the result of foul play.“The Franklin Police Department is continuing to investigate the death of a woman found inside a Beamon Dr.

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Luke Bryan suffers brutal fall on his back after slipping on fan’s cellphone: I’m calling my lawyer

Luke Bryan took a brutal fall as he performed onstage at the Coast City Country festival in Vancouver, Canada, on Saturday — all because of a fan’s cellphone.He then asked a crowd member to show him footage. “You’re Snapchatting. You can’t Snapchat this s – – t,” he said.Despite the 47-year-old country singer falling on his back, he laughed about the incident and asked the audience if anyone caught the moment on camera.“Hold on.

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American Idol and Grammy award-winning singer found dead at her home at 47

American Idol and Grammy award-winning singer Mandisa has died age 47.The star was found deceased at her home in Nashville on 18 April, with the details surrounding her death yet to be determined, according to The People.The singer, whose full name was Mandisa Lynn Hundley, was a standout contestant on the fifth season of American Idol and went on to find huge access in the Christian music scenes. She is being remembered for her "huge heart" and incredible talent. A tribute from Christian radio station K-Love said: "Even more than her music, the Platinum-selling singer will forever be known for her huge heart and sincerity.

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‘American Idol’ alum and Grammy winner Mandisa dead at 47

“American Idol” alum Mandisa has died. She was 47.Christian rock radio station K-Love announced her passing on Friday.

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Luke Bryan accused of knocking Katy Perry’s ‘top off’ on ‘American Idol’ in wardrobe malfunction blunder

breaks her clothes.Katy Perry suffered a wardrobe malfunction on “American Idol” Monday night when her top burst open in the middle of the live show. The incident occurred before Top 14 hopeful Roman Collins took the stage to sing James Brown’s “It’s A Man’s Man’s Man’s World.” According to Perry, 39, the chrome crop top she was wearing appeared to come loose at the back. “My top broke #idol,” Perry captioned a behind-the-scenes Instagram video of herself being tended to by several crew members.

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Vanna White shocks ‘American Idol’ audience with future ‘Wheel of Fortune’ host Ryan Seacrest

letter turner Vanna White stopped by Ryan Seacrest’s “American Idol” set.Seacrest, 49, will be taking over longtime “Wheel” host Pat Sajak’s role in September alongside White, 67.The ABC singing show’s emcee was doing his gig like normal until he announced White’s entrance, calling her a “national treasure.”“I am so enjoying this,” she said. “There are so many talented people here.

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Luke Bryan reacts to Katy Perry’s ‘American Idol’ exit — is he next?

fellow “American Idol” judge Katy Perry plans to exit the singing competition after this season.“I had heard whispers that she was thinking about it — it wasn’t like a huge shock,” the country star, 47, told Taste of Country. “I think she kinda just got caught up in the moment with Kimmel and maybe announced that she was done.”Bryan said that he and the “I Kissed a Girl” singer, who has been a judge since 2018, developed a very close friendship during their years on the show.

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St Vincent says talent show covers of Leonard Cohen’s ‘Hallelujah’ are “the worst thing in the world”

St Vincent has said talent show covers of Leonard Cohen’s ‘Hallelujah’ are “the worst thing in the world”.In a new interview with Jo Whiley on BBC Radio 2 that you watch below, the musician talked about her love of Cohen’s”masterpiece” and how much she disliked covers of the song which were popular on shows like American Idol and X Factor. St Vincent explained: “Leonard Cohen’s ‘Hallelujah’ is one of the best songs ever written, period.

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The Powerful Story Behind David Archuleta’s ‘Hell Together’

American Idol star dropped “Hell Together” last week after teasing new music was coming. The track is a gospel-tinged affair, a nod to his past and the story he tells in the song. “Hell Together” is powerful and meaningful – qualities that are not always guaranteed when it comes to pop music.

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‘American Idol’ contestant mocks Luke Bryan — and he fires back

with judge Luke Bryan during Sunday night’s episode. Bryan, 47, had already given ChaKell a “no” vote” during her first audition. So matters between the singer and judge were already not warm.

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NYC, NJ singers to showcase their vocal chops on ‘American Idol’

Ajii Hafeez, who credits his keyboard teacher at Ditmas Junior High School for inspiring him.“Shout out to Mr. Kass.

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Where are Britain's Got Talent winners now? From dance troupe success to secret health battles

Britain’s Got Talent is coming back - thanks to a teaser from ITV, the show has been revealed to be returning very soon.The channel put a teaser clip of gold confetti on their social media with the caption: “Britain… BGT is back! Coming soon to ITV1 and ITVX." This will be the 17th series of the talent show which originally started in 2007 and continues to showcase some of the best acts from around the world. Featuring judges Simon Cowell, Amanda Holden, Alesha Dixon and Bruno Tonioli, the show gives people a platform to launch their careers and they compete for a chance to take to the stage in the Royal Variety Performance.

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X Factor star unrecognisable as they reunite with Dermot O'Leary after six years

Six years after making it all the way to The X Factor final, where she lost to eventual champion Dalton Harris, singer Scarlett Lee thought she'd give American Idol a try - and she's been successful so far. But the singer, 26, looked unrecognisable from her X Factor days as she joined Dermot O'Leary on the This Morning sofa on Friday to discuss her recent success across the pond.

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The Voice coach Debra Byrd dies aged 72 with Jennifer Hudson leading tributes

American Idol, The Voice, Canadian Idol, Military Idol and Majors and Minors, and personally coached the likes of Jennifer Hudson, Kelly Clarkson, Barry Manilow and Bob Dylan.She died in Los Angeles on Tuesday (March 5), with no cause of death given.Reacting to the news, Hudson – who rose to fame as a finalist in the 2004 season of American Idol – wrote: “Heartbroken over the passing of Debra Byrd, the vocal coach on American Idol. She encouraged and supported us from the very beginning!”“I am so grateful for everything she taught us.

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American Idol star Debra Byrd dies aged 72 as Jennifer Hudson leads tributes

American Idol star Debra Byrd has sadly passed away at the age of 72, with Jennifer Hudson leading the tributes to the singer and professional music coach. Debra was a familiar face on TV, known for her role as a vocal coach on American Idol, The Voice, Canadian Idol and Military Idol. She passed away on Tuesday in Los Angeles, but the cause of her death is yet to be confirmed.

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Nigel Lythgoe fires back at Paula Abdul sexual assault claims, releases ‘loving’ alleged emails

before she alleged that he sexually assaulted her, according to TMZ.Lythgoe, 74, filed legal documents on Tuesday, three months after Abdul, 61, alleged that Lythgoe sexually assaulted her twice, dating back to their time together working on “American Idol” and then again on Lythgoe’s Fox series “So You Think You Can Dance.”Following Abdul’s allegations, Lythgoe left “So You Think You Can Dance,” on which he was a judge, and was eventually replaced by JoJo Siwa, who was a judge on the show in 2022. Lythgoe called Abdul a “well-documented fabulist, with a long history of telling wild stories that are untethered from reality and are primarily designed to attract attention and make Abdul appear to be the victim of dreadful misfortune,” according to TMZ.Lythgoe included several private emails he says Abdul sent him, including one dated Sept.

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X Factor's Scarlett Lee unrecognisable as she appears on American Idol six years after ITV show

The X Factor 2018 finalist Scarlett Lee has only gone and auditioned for American Idol. Six years after finishing as runner-up in Simon Cowell's UK singing competition, which saw Dalton Harris showered with confetti at the time, 26-year-old Scarlett looked a different person while covering 'Clown' by Emeli Sandé infront of judges Katy Perry, Lionel Richie and Luke Bryan recently. Gone was her dark fake tan, but she did once again opt for a red dress for the occasion.

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