American Idol

"American Idol" fans are finally finding out the identity of a top 26 contestant that dropped out of the competition unexpectedly. Take a look!

April 18, 2023

American Idol fans were left guessing after Ryan Seacrest revealed on April 17 that a contestant had dropped out of the competition. Now, the singer with a famous dad has come forward.

April 18, 2023

After Katy Perry posted a video of her “ugly cry face,” Kim Kardashian took to the comment section with a pretty comical response.

April 5, 2023

On the April 2 episode of American Idol, judge Katy Perry attempted to convince Sara Beth Liebe—whom previously called out for Katy "mom shaming" her—to stay in the competition.

April 3, 2023

In an exclusive sneak peek of the April 3 episode of American Idol, a performance of Queen's "Don't Stop Me Now" had Katy Perry break out in goosebumps. See the evidence.

April 3, 2023

Sara Beth Liebe is firing back on TikTok after Katy Perry made a joke about the 25-year-old already having three kids. Hear what Katy said to Sara Beth!

March 23, 2023

After judge Katy Perry made a joke about a young American Idol hopeful already having three kids, the 25-year-old contestant fired back at Katy on TikTok. Find out what she said.

March 22, 2023

On the March 12 episode of American Idol, contestant Amara Valerio had one heck of an audition story for judges Katy Perry, Luke Bryan and Lionel Richie. Find out how Kanye West was involved.

March 14, 2023

When a rockin' audition causes Katy Perry's hair extensions to fall out on American Idol season 21, she can't help but give Luke Bryan and Lionel Richie a makeover. Watch the sneak peek.

February 24, 2023

The cause of death for American Idol alum C.J. Harris—who appeared on the show's 13th season—has been revealed.

January 20, 2023

American Idol alum C.J. Harris—who finished in sixth place during season 13—died on Jan. 15 at age 31, the Walker County coroner confirmed to E! News.

January 16, 2023

American Idol alums Gabby Barnett and Cade Foehner welcomed their second child, a baby boy, on Oct. 27. Find out his name and see the first picture of him with big sister Baylah below.

November 2, 2022

American Idol winner Scotty McCreery and wife Gabi McCreery announced the birth of their first child. Learn about their baby boy who is "7 lbs 13oz of nothin but love."

October 26, 2022

After American Idol season 19 runner-up Willie Spence died in a car accident on Oct. 11, one of the show's judges, Lionel Richie, who praised him during his audition, paid tribute.

October 13, 2022

After learning of the death of Willie Spence, who was the runner-up on season 19 of American Idol, several of the show's stars, including Katy Perry and Luke Bryan, honored him.

October 12, 2022

Willie Spence, the runner-up on season 19 of "American Idol," has died in a car accident at the age of 23, "Idol" alum Katharine McPhee confirmed.

October 12, 2022

Singer Willie Spence, the runner-up on American Idol's season 19, died in a car accident at the age of 23, Idol alum Katharine McPhee confirmed. Read her tribute below.

October 12, 2022

Katy Perry opens up to "Rolling Stone" magazine about wrapping up her Las Vegas residency, hosting "American Idol" and motherhood. Find out what's next for the pop icon!

October 7, 2022

Simon Cowell, Paula Abdul and Randy Jackson reunited at the Hollywood Walk of Fame to support American Idol winner Kelly Clarkson on Sept. 19. See the sweet reunion here.

September 19, 2022

Simon Cowell doesn't blame Jennifer Hudson for her American Idol elimination on her new talk show The Jennifer Hudson Show. Watch the full clip here to find out why.

September 12, 2022

Jordin Sparks is joining "DWTS" with partner Brandon Armstrong. E! News caught up with the two in New York City after the epic cast announcement!

September 11, 2022

In honor of the 20th anniversary of American Idol, Kelly Clarkson looked back at how she's changed since winning the singing competition's first season in 2002.

September 8, 2022

In an exclusive interview with E! News, American Idol showrunner Megan Michaels Wolflick revealed what she is really looking for in an Idol hopeful.

September 6, 2022

Jennifer Hudson is throwing it back for the premiere episode of her new talk show. Find out which American Idol judge will sit down with her when The Jennifer Hudson Show debuts.

September 2, 2022