Toronto Teen Nicolina Bozzo Dedicates Stunning Mother’s Day Performance To Her Grandmother On ‘American Idol’

Katy Perry, Luke Bryan and Lionel Richie as well as host Ryan Seacrest are all expected to be back on American Idol next season.

Thania Garcia This weekend’s season finale of “American Idol” is cooking up to be a star-studded event with performances by season four winner and current mentor on the program, Carrie Underwood, as well as Michael Bublé, Thomas Rhett and Sara Bareilles, among many others.The three-hour special will also welcome judges Katy Perry, Lionel Richie and Luke Bryan to the stage with additional performances by Ben Platt; Earth, Wind & Fire; Deana Carter; Flo Rida; Melissa Etheridge; Tai Verdes; “Idol” alum Gabby Barrett and James Arthur.This season’s three finalists — Noah Thompson, HunterGirl and Leah Marlene — will perform for one last time in hopes of bringing home the winning title, with one round dedicated to the music of Bruce Springsteen. Sunday night’s (May 15) episode of “American Idol” included performances from Fritz Hager and Thompson — both of whom had tested positive for COVID-19 in the weeks prior.Although Thompson made it through, Hager and Nicola Bozzo were eliminated during the semi-finals.Marlene expressed the most shock with the results of the finalist lineup following her performances of Journey’s “Separate Ways (Worlds Apart)” and Underwood’s “I’ll Stand By You.” She fell to the floor as her name was revealed by host Ryan Seacrest.Sunday night’s episode also featured a performance from Finneas who sang his funky pop single “Naked.”Season 20 of “American Idol” will wrap on Sunday, May 22 starting at 8 p.m.

It’s the final countdown! American Idol is getting ready to crown their season 20 winner — and it took an appearance from former contestant Carrie Underwood to help with the final elimination.

Nicolina Bozzo gave it her all once again on Sunday’s “American Idol”, but sadly it wasn’t enough to nab a spot in the Top 3.

Leah Marlene fell down in disbelief on Sunday's episode of American Idol as she made the final three on the ABC singing competition show.The 20-year-old singer from Normal, Illinois, was the last contestant to earn a spot in next week's finale and a hometown visit.Show host Ryan Seacrest, 47, delivered the results of viewer voting at the end of the two-hour season 20 episode and Leah crumbled in surprise. Final three:Leah Marlene fell down in disbelief on Sunday's episode of American Idol as she made the final three on the ABC singing competition showRyan helped her up while Fritz Hager, 22, of Tyler, Texas, and Nicolina, 18, of Toronto, Canada, looked on after their shocking elimination.'We love you both so much.

American Idol will sing another song.

Selome Hailu ABC has renewed the unscripted series “The Bachelor,” “American Idol,” “Shark Tank,” “America’s Funniest Home Videos” and “Celebrity Wheel of Fortune” for new seasons.“The Bachelor” has been renewed for Season 27. Season 5 star Jesse Palmer will continue hosting the series after replacing previous host Chris Harrison in Season 26. The hit dating series is produced by Next Entertainment and Warner Bros.

Emily Atack screamed in terror as Jamie Laing lifted her on his back while she was dressed as a school girl.Emily, 32, known for her role in The Inbetweeners, took part in a "back to school" episode of Celebrity Juice, and was told to fill her shirt with schoolbag essentials in a challenge.Host Keith Lemon then told Jamie to complete an obstacle course before giving him a rather peculiar request.Jamie was told to use Emily as a "human backpack", which stunned the other panellists - and even Megan McKenna was seen with her head in her hands at one point.At the start Keith told Jamie: "What you've got to do is use Emily as a human backpack."Fill her with the school things out of the desk, go along the track, over this bar here."Hop scotch and then under the limbo bar."Jamie then mounted Emily on his back as he completed a hopscotch challenge before going under a limbo.Emily was heard repeatedly shouting "oh my God!" as her face hit the limbo bar repeatedly while trying to get across the finish line.The pair then collapsed on the floor after finishing the challenge, and were all smiles and laughs while the audience erupted in hysterics.Last week's episode of the ITV2 show saw Emily look horrified after Laura Whitmore slapped soap star Will Mellor twice in the face during a challenge.Laura, who appeared to be dressed as Kylie Minogue from her Can't Get You Out of My Head video, was seen hurling obscenities before tossing a drink at Will and slapping him twice.Meanwhile, Emily looked sensational in a Katy Perry costume, donning a purple wig and mini dress from the singer's California Gurls video.Speaking previously about landing the gig, Emily said: “I would say Celebrity Juice is a real pinnacle moment for me, because it's

Luke Bryan's wife has shared an inspiring message with fans reminding them to never mistake weakness for kindness.MORE: Luke Bryan receives outpour of love as he shares bittersweet messageIn a now deleted social media, Caroline posted a quote from Al Capone which read: "Don't mistake my kindness for weakness. I am kind to everyone but when someone is unkind to me, weakness is not what you are going to remember about me."WATCH: Luke Bryan surprised on stage by wife Caroline in sweet videoShe added a meme which read 'damn right'.The post came after their extended family got a little bigger when the country music star shared the news that his niece, Jordan Cheshire Eudy had welcomed her first baby, a boy named Jonathan.MORE: Luke Bryan is lost for words after sweet surprise from wife CarolineThe family "gathered our things up and got to South Georgia" to meet the new member of their family.He told E! News: "Caroline and I got to go see our brand-new precious little nephew, and he and mama are doing well.

Thania Garcia Procter and Gamble (P&G) and iHeartMedia are inviting fans to celebrate visibility and inclusivity for all at the third annual “Can’t Cancel Pride: Proud and Together” fundraiser for the LGBTQ+ community on June 14.The event will feature performances and appearances by Elton John, Katy Perry, Sam Smith, Lizzo, Anitta, Dove Cameron, Betty Who, Kim Petras and more from the iHeartRadio Theater Los Angeles and remote locations across the country.This year, the event will be hosted by singer, dancer and social media sensation JoJo Siwa, who received a special honor at last year’s event for being a young trailblazer in the community.“Proud and Together” will be showcasing the activism and issues that continue to impact the LGBTQ+ community in 2022 and intersectional messages of spirit and strength. This year, Elton John will be honored with the first-ever Impact Award for his humanitarian work through the Elton John AIDS Foundation.

Katy Perry has joined the cast of the forthcoming animated musical feature Melody.The news about the 37-year-old performer was initially reported by Deadline, who noted that she would also serve as one of the project's producers.The hitmaker also spoke to the media outlet and gave her thoughts about signing on to voice the movie's lead. On screen:Katy Perry has joined the cast of the forthcoming animated musical feature Melody; she is seen earlier this monthMelody is centered on a kind-hearted singer of the same name who lives in New York City and possesses seven magical musical notes that also guide her moral compass.The performer is then tasked with overcoming the evil forces of pop queen Rose Stellar, who is determined to use every available manner to destroy the singer.

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Katy Perry! ET's Matt Cohen spoke with the pop star during  on Sunday, which just so happened to fall on Mother's Day. Perry not only shares how she spent the special day with her and Orlando Bloom's 1-year-old daughter, Daisy, but also what being a mom means to her. «One of my favorite things to do is ride bikes and so I got to ride bikes with my daughter this morning to breakfast,» the judge reveals how she spent Mother's Day morning. «We woke up, we were on the bicycle, it was beautiful.

HunterGirl is showing her love for her mother on “American Idol”.

Katy Perry received quite the surprise from her fiancé Orlando Bloom as she returned home from American Idol, and it left her stunned.MORE: Katy Perry pays tribute to rarely seen mother on American IdolThe singer took to her Instagram Stories to show off the jaw-dropping gift that he'd sent for her in honor of Mother's Day.It was clear that she had just returned after filming, as the ties from her champagne-colored mini-dress were visible as she walked, and her astonishment was palpable.WATCH: Katy Perry's Mother's Day surprise from Orlando Bloom"Oh my fricking god," she exclaimed as she walked up to the dinner table, revealing a giant heart of flowers sitting on the table."Orlando Jonathan Blanchard Copeland Bloom," she said, panning out to show off the massive present, clearly amazed and touched by the gesture.MORE: Katy Perry's sheer Met Gala gown had secret tribute to fiancé Orlando BloomThat wasn't the only way he showed his appreciation, however, as the Lord of the Rings star also shared a post on social media honoring her as well.He posted a throwback clip of Katy in a patterned maxi dress wearing lit angel wings and a cape, along with a light-up flower crown, as she danced to the sounds of people playing in the background.A post shared by Orlando Bloom (@orlandobloom)Orlando shared a magical video of Katy as a tribute"Magical mamma," he captioned his post, to which the Unconditionally singer simply responded with a "lol," while a fan wrote: "Literally an angel."Another simply said: "Beautiful," while a third called her: "The best mamma," and a fourth added: "I love it.

Noah Thompson wasn’t about to let COVID stop his “American Idol” journey.

Fritz Hager wasn’t able to take to the “American Idol” stage as planned on Sunday after contracting COVID-19 but he still managed to wow the judges.

Katy Perry only had to look to Madonna of the 1990s for inspiration on what to wear for her Mother's Day promo push for American Idol.The Firework star took to her Instagram page on Sunday and shared a series of four photos of herself decked out in a lavender corset mini dress, along with a clever play on words.'Of CORSET you're watching #americanidol rn riiight?' she wrote in the caption, alongside photos of her striking poses in the sexy garment. Material Girl inspiration: Katy Perry appeared to channel Madonna of the 1990s when she wore a corset mini dress for her a series of American Idol promos for Mother's DayIn one of the pictures, Katy (born Katheryn Elizabeth Hudson), 37, can be seen from the waist up, starring off to her left.The corset looks much like Madonna's style of yesteryear, with one exception.

Two contestants on Sunday night's American Idol on ABC had COVID but were still voted on into the Top 5, Noah Thompson and Fritz Hager, while Jay Copeland and Christian Guardino were eliminated.Twenty-year-old construction worker Noah Thompson, from Louisa, Kentucky, was voted on despite the fact that he had to perform two of his songs quarantined in his hotel room.'I'm not going to wish you any bad luck but when you're sick, you're sounding a lot better,' judge Lionel Richie, 72, told Noah when he finished singing. 'You nailed it.' Eliminated:Two contestants on Sunday night's American Idol on ABC had COVID but were still voted on into the Top 5, Noah Thompson and Fritz Hager, while Jay Copeland and Christian Guardino were eliminated Noah:Twenty-year-old construction worker Noah Thompson, from Louisa, Kentucky, was voted on despite the fact that he had to perform two of his songs quarantined in his hotel room Nailed it:'I'm not going to wish you any bad luck but when you're sick, you're sounding a lot better,' judge Lionel Richie, 72, told Noah when he finished singing.

Katy Perry took to Instagram on Sunday to show her appreciation for her mom on Mother's Day.The 37-year-old pop star shared a slew of throwback images with her mom, Mary, and hash-tagged 'I love you mom.''I’m so profoundly grateful for my own mama, Mary, who will be with me tonight @americanidol,' she wrote to her 160 million followers. Tribute:Katy Perry took to Instagram on Sunday to show her appreciation for her mom on Mother's Day The singer-songwriter talked up the beloved music competition program as she said in her caption, 'Tonight, we celebrate our mamas with contestant dedications to their moms.'She added, 'Grab your momma or the person you love the most and tune in tonight at 8p ET/5p PT, and vote for your top 5 live.' Included in the carousel of photos was an old photo of the mom and daughter duo that was slightly blurry.The musician wore a teal green performance costumer with a matching bow in her hair.

Eminem’s music to metal songs after the rapper was included on the list of inductees for 2022.Eminem is one of eight artists set to be inducted into the institution later this year, alongside Dolly Parton, Duran Duran, Lionel Richie, Eurythmics, Carly Simon, Judas Priest and Pat Benatar.During a recent interview with Audacy, CEO Greg Harris commented on the rapper’s inclusion in the class of 2022 and hip-hop’s place in the Rock Hall. “For a lot of years people asked about hip-hop,” he said.