New ‘American Idol’ Judge Ellen DeGeneres will change show’s “sexual tension”

Ryan Seacrest says new ‘American Idol’ judge Ellen DeGeneres will change the “sexual tension” on the show. The host is very pleased the openly gay star is joining the judging panel which includes Simon Cowell, Randy Jackson and ... continue

Kelly Clarkson is set to return to ‘American Idol’

'My Life Would Suck Without You' singer Kelly Clarkson - who won the first series of the US TV talent show in 2002 - will appear as a guest judge at an audition next week. A source said: ... continue

Paula Abdul heading to So You Think You Can Dance?

Paula Abdul may be joining So You Think You Can Dance as a judge after her very public decision to not return to American Idol this year over money. So You Think You Can Dance producer Nigel Lythgoe ... continue

Former Idol contestant Alexis Cohen found dead

Former American Idol contestant Alexis Cohen, best remembered as “Glitter Girl” was found dead early Saturday morning (July 25) in Pennsylvania. Alexis Cohen was found by the edge of a road in Seaside Heights at 4am after a ... continue

Paula Abdul likely leaving American Idol

After months of speculation former singer Paula Abdul may be leaving American Idol, although not on her own terms. David Sonenberg, Paula's manager, is reported to have told The Times that despite Paula wanting to return to the ... continue

Ryan Seacrest Signs 3 Year American Idol Deal Worth $45 Million

Ryan Seacrest has just signed on to host American Idol for the next 3 years with a whopping $45 million salary. It appears the recession hasn't been as hard on the American Idol franchise as it has been ... continue

Simon Cowell was a horrible cheat

Simon Cowell was a “horrible cheat”, according to his ex-girlfriend. Sinitta – who dated the ‘American Idol’ judge for around 16 years on and off – admits her relationship with him was tough as they were apart so ... continue

Adam Lambert lands Lady GaGa’s producer for first album

The prospects for American Idol runner up Adam Lambert's first album are looking up, with news that Lady GaGa's producer has signed on to help. Producer RedOne is credited as being the mastermind behind Lady GaGa's hit singles, ... continue

Clay Aiken fans may be behind Adam Lambert smears

Claims in the media that claim Adam Lambert is a rude diva may have come from Clay Aiken fans, at least one site is claiming. According to ClayAiken411, "Claymates" (fans of Aiken) were behind the diva story first ... continue

The knives come out: Adam Lambert accused of being a diva

American Idol runner-up Adam Lambert has been accused of being a rude diva by insiders who worked on the show. "He is such a diva. Rude to everyone — from fans right down to the lighting folks,” ... continue

American Idol voting controversy: AT&T helped Kris Allen voters

The outcome of American Idol 2009 has been questioned following the disclosure that AT&T employees helped Kris Allen voters. According to the reports, AT&T employees in Allen's home town provided free phones and bulk text messaging assistance at ... continue

No love between Gay Idols: Clay Aiken rips Adam Lambert

Former American Idol runner up Clay Aiken has ripped in to this years runner up Adam Lambert. Having only watched Lambert perform once, Aiken writes "I only turn the show on once a season, and only to ... continue