There's been 15 judges over the years since American Idol first started in 2002. The longest-running ones to be a staple were Simon Cowell, Randy Jackson, and Paula Abdul together, as well as Katy ...

Ever since the show moved from Fox to ABC in 2018, Luke Bryan and Lionel Richie have been judges. They’ve both completed eight seasons behind the table. For Seasons 16 to 22, th ...

The extended American Idol family is in mourning today at the shocking loss of the series’ longtime music supervisor, Robin ...

After canceling multiple shows, Luke Bryan just made a big announcement for 2026. The American Idol judge had to postpone ...

Over the years, we’ve seen quite a few transitions take place with American Idol judges. First, it was Paula Abdul, Simon Cowell and Randy Jackson who made up the ultimate trio. Then, things ...

LOS ANGELES, CA - MARCH 17: ***EXCLUSIVE ACCESS*** (L-R) Judges Randy Jackson, Kara DioGuardi, Paula Abdul and Simon Cowell live on American Idol March 17, 2009 in Los Angeles, California. The top ...

Season 6 of American Idol on ABC—season 21 overall—just wrapped up last night with Hawaiian crooner Iam Tongi being named the American Idol for 2023. And it was a decision that made the judges ...

Carrie Underwood was an aspiring singer when first learning auditions for American Idol were being held for season 4. Then, the 21-year-old took a chance on fame and fortune after admitting that ...

The new season begins March 3 at 8 p.m. ET on ABC. "American Idol" is back for an all-new season! Judges Luke Bryan, Katy Perry and Lionel Richie revealed that this year's pool of talented ...

A day after "American Idol" nixed its remaining platinum ticket winners on May 4, viewers further trimmed the competition down to the Top 7.The Top 8 vote saw Canaan James Hill and Kolbi Jordan ...

The "American Idol" judges are weighing in on why they think any of the top three contenders could take the title. Breanna Nix, a 25-year-old stay-at-home mom from Texas, is one of three singers ...

"American Idol" returns to television with a new season on Sunday, March 9. Here's what to know about the two-hour premiere and how to watch it.