Maybe not. Those Transitions lenses are a deal-breaker.
Oh yeah, and Phillip Phillips won.
It may be the only way to end the reign of the Cute Southern Boy Regime.
The results may not shock you!
Backstage talk with the Idol winner and runner-up!
Who we want to see Phillip, Jessica, and more duet with.
And make it difficult for us to decide.
Plus, who the studio audience chose as their winner.
After the final performance night, who deserves the confetti shower?
Inside the most emotional night of the season.
Favoritism doesn't go a long way on 'Idol.'
Maybe a contestant shouldn't have the right to choose.
Plus: Which celebrity showed up just to watch Phillip?
Who's poised to go home for good during hometown visit week?
Can we handle getting used to someone new?
Here are six ways to keep the series fresh.
Well isn't she just cute as a button.
'The Climb'-er finally fell.
That's the verbal equivalent of 12 standing ovations.
Plus: More Jennifer Lopez PDA with Casper Smart!
Plus, Hollie Cavanagh talks judge criticism.
Time to make things snappier, 'Idol.'
"You can't complain about the show until you see the show." Baba booey.
Who shined on California night?
A few of these folks even made it to the finals!
She's out, but not down.
Yes, Hollie survived another week. But that's okay.
Plus: What Carrie Underwood thought of Skylar's ouster.
Is Joshua really one of the best singers of the past 50 years?!
Plus: What Hollie Cavanagh thought of the judges' praise.
Who was bloody good on British Night?
The season 8 champs talks to Hollywood.com
There is such a thing as too much synergy.
Clarkson takes on the show that made her a star.
Finally, an elimination that makes sense.
Plus: Why the crowd booed Katy Perry, and more behind-the-scenes intel!
Another shocking result?
Are their chairs that uncomfortable?
Bucking conventional wisdom, the Top 6 prove why risk-taking is smart.
Ranking the Top 6!
As Simon would say, she's sweet, but this is a singing competition!
This is his first little girl, but not is only child.
Be honest: Would you watch 'Idol' without him?
Colton opens up about his 'Idol' elimination to Hollywood.com
A favorite goes home, while mediocrity inexplicably remains.
Plus: Which singer was hit hardest by the shocking cut, and more behind-the-scenes action.
You thought last week was shocking?
The TV legend is bound to receive a slew of praise.
Plus: Colton sounds off on 'rough' judges, and more behind-the-scenes intel.
The Top 7 tackle a string of tired hits. (Adele again?!)
The highs and lows of now and then.
"Without Dick, a show like this would not exist."
The save is gone, which means votes truly count.
A behind-the-scenes look at what went down. (J. Lo led the charge!)
A contestant stays to live another week... to the surprise of no one.
No one expected this bottom three — but we all knew what would happen next.
Mary J. Blige would tell you to lay off the contrived theatrics, Idol. (Colton vs. Phillip? Really?)
Plus: The contestants defend Hollie and Skylar talks Colton "romance."
Who mastered the songs of today — and who will be in danger tomorrow?
Five songs to avoid like the plague.
J. Lo rubs Casper Smart's chest, Colton bows to Skylar, and more behind-the-scenes moments you didn't see on TV.
Don't get all riled up just yet...
Who went home far too early?
Like Randy Jackson's wardrobe, it's gotten out of control.
The same five singers always rise to the top.
But one singer has a serious misstep.
The singer does NOT like musical reality shows.
From an 'Idol' to a star.
Tell us, how are we supposed to live without him?
Hollywood.com gets the scoop on Casey Abrams, her album and more!
You may not believe the trio with the least votes.
The young man with the silken voice needs his "moment."
Can we have more three number ones?
We can have a five-way tie for the title, right?
Dixon's fans may pray for a win... But will he become Internet prey?
That's one way to kill rivalry rumors.
Voters weren't in a "New York State of Mind."
Would Sanjaya "Pony-hawk" Malakar beg to differ?
See what he was like before making it to the big leagues.
The lovable singer may have gone too far.
And Phillip Phillips wows with another iconic Billy Joel tune.
How's an 'Idol' fan to choose?
From Heejun to Jessica, we assess the top finalists.
The judges refuse to use their save, despite the shock of America's choice.
It was painful to watch.
Best 'Idol' performance ever?
Goodbye, "Gentle Giant."
The couple were married back in October 2011.
America chose the bottom two, but the judges did the hard part.
Is this real life? These singers are just too good.
Whitney's songs are the biggest challenge for any contestant.
Voters got it right, but hearts were still broken.
Even if you're not an 'Idol' fan.
The music-industry do-it-all recently helped 'Elle' magazine conduct an interesting experiment.
Can we give some of the spots to the guys?
Because choosing a favorite wasn't hard enough as it was.
And Jennifer is adorably mortified.
We've got some advice for Fox's beleaguered show.
Front-runners emerge as a few favorites end their journeys.
As they realign for next season, here's what Cowell and Co. should aim for.
But one elimination came out of left field.
But were they the right ones?
Plus, we see how group night went down.
And the cuts continue.
Finally, the competition starts to get good.
An episode of filler delivers just five worthwhile auditions.
The dream of Idol is alive in Portland.
It's mostly bad and weird, but one star does emerge.
Two words: Magic Cyclops.
A.K.A. the one with Jim Carrey's daughter as a contestant.
It really might be the "City of Champions."
Could we have found the winner in Savannah?
Yo dawg, you know it's true.
Okay, we're listening.
Plus, a Mad Man joins 'The Killing.'
Good thing JLo's wearing stilettos.
See what you think of this former Idol contestant
J-Lo's back for another year.
It's all about the benjamins.
She wants how much?!?!
He seems to be an all-around winner
Either that or this is the craziest game of hardball ever.
Her unique, raspy voice is here to stay
This might not be Rupert Murdoch's No. 1 concern right now, though.
Seacrest out!
Are you a fan? Listen now!
I hear Lou Reed is looking for something to do.
Yo, Randy's IN IT TO WIN IT, y'all!
The pop star is considering other pursuits.
She also confirms that Scotty McCreery ain't her boyfriend.
Plus, performances from Jack Black, Carrie Underwood and Lady Gaga.
On this, the day of the finale.
And one contestant almost didn't make it to the stage.
Hint: one little lady went on home.
Could we have an all-girl finale?
I'm just as surprised as you are.
Guess who sings 'Don't Stop Believing.' Hint: Of course he does.
Get ready to roll your eyes...a lot.
We saw it coming, but it wasn't easy to watch.
And Haley brings the house down.
But it's totally different, guys.
Really, America?
You know, the lady who does the 'Gilmore Girls' theme song.
Also, Kanye West shows up.
And Casey steals a kiss from Jennifer Lopez.
But was it the right one?
And most of it was bo-ring.
At least not until after the Idol tour.
A judge favorite goes home.
Pia finally sings something upbeat and Paul surprises us.
That's right, Casey is safe! Good job, America.
But not even a flaming piano could save some of these performances.
America spoke, but the judges disagreed.
Motown shows us the sweet spot for Jacob and Paul.
But one judge was hoping she'd get to stay.
Yep, Casey sang a NIRVANA song on Idol. Blows your mind, doesn't it?
He's determined to keep performing.
But not before singing for one last chance to stay.
One of these folks is not like the others -- in a very good way.
So, we get to go into tonight's episode with predetermined opinions?
And watch a few favorites bite the dust.
I think we've got a few good women on our hands.
How are so many of them this good?
The times they are a-changin'...tomorrow.
The taping for next week is tonight, and he'll be there! Whew.
We count down the finalists.
Cut, cut, cut, cutting it down to the top 24.
People whose names we can actually remember were sent home. It's getting tough.
The group round gets messy.
The contestants endure the swift but painful sudden death round.
The last round of auditions went down in San Fransisco.
The crazies come out when Idol stops in L.A.
Idol takes the search to Austin, Texas.
Idol heads to Nashville, Tennessee.
"Sing in your car only...with your windows up."
The judges head to New Orleans to find a few good voices.
New judges, different style, same ridiculousness.
I'm guessing not very.
We recommend a few tunes to make for a memorable performance or two.
The contestants will get a party house. Okay, but will there be a classy stripper pole?
The world returns to normal following weeks of anticipation.
Scrounge up that password you haven't used since 2005 and get your webcam ready, it's time to audition for American Idol.
Jennifer Lopez lands a $12 million deal on American Idol after her other demands were denied.
Fox and Conan O'Brien have resumed talks about a potential late-night talk show while O'Brien has also been approached to take part in Fox's "Idol Gives Back" special April 21.
'American Idol' host Ryan Seacrest essentially gave millions of viewers a reason to not come back “after the break” during Wednesday’s elimination show -- because he’d already revealed the results!
Just as 'American Idol' searches for a replacement for Simon Cowell, Ellen DeGeneres has announced she is leaving the show after only one season.
The search to replace Simon Cowell for the 10th season of 'American Idol' is heating up, and one possibility could now be singer Chris Isaak, who has met twice with the network.
A video collection of Simon at his worst.
EW.com is reporting that although the rumors have begun – and will continue – to fly, Simon Cowell’s 'American Idol' replacement won’t be named until after the season 9 finale.
Last season’s 'American Idol' runner-up, Adam Lambert, has been confirmed as next week’s mentor.
'American Idol' producers were left scrambling to stage the singing contest on Tuesday after one contestant was hospitalized.
Shock jock Howard Stern is the latest big name rumored to be in the running to take over for Simon Cowell on 'American Idol.'
Actor/singer Jamie Foxx has shot down rumors that he will take Simon Cowell's place on 'American Idol' next year.
Simon Cowell has announced that he's quitting talent show 'American Idol' when the new season ends in May.
With or without Simon Cowell, Fox is near a deal to order more seasons of 'American Idol.'
Newly appointed 'American Idol' judge Ellen DeGeneres has taken a swipe at her critics -- insisting she'll be a "great" addition to the hit talent contest.
'American Idol' has found a replacement for Paula Abdul: beloved funnywoman Ellen DeGeneres.
Simon Cowell has roped in a bizarre choice of celebrity judge on 'American Idol': TV actor Neil Patrick Harris.
Paula Abdul has scored her first TV deal since quitting the 'American Idol' judging panel -- the star is set to host an upcoming special about the world's biggest female singers.
Joe Jonas has been added to the 'American Idol' celebrity judging carousel.
Country queen Shania Twain has joined the growing cast of celebrity guest judges on 'American Idol' following Paula Abdul's departure from the show.
Victoria Beckham has signed up for more 'American Idol,' taking a seat on the judging panel for another round of the TV talent show.
'American Idol' bosses will look for a permanent fourth judge to join the show by January, following Paula Abdul's departure earlier this week.
'American Idol' fans -- and Ryan Seacrest, apparently -- got caught in a hit-and-run Twitter storm last night when Paula Abdul announced that she won't be returning to the show after a protracted period of negotiations.
Simon Cowell is adamant that Paula Abdul will stay on the judging panel of hit show 'American Idol' -- he's told bosses he wants her contract to be renewed.
Paula Abdul is set for a move away from the judging panel on 'American Idol,' after the talent show's bosses failed to offer her a new deal.
Singer Adam Lambert was targeted by antigay demonstrators outside an 'American Idol' concert in San Jose, California, on Sunday.
British supermodel Naomi Campbell has paid tribute to Michael Jackson, calling him the "first global superstar."
Following a story in 'The New York Times' earlier this week that suggested AT&T may have swayed the results of 'American Idol,' Fox Broadcasting and the show's producers yesterday said that they were "absolutely certain" that voting was not unfairly influenced by free text-messaging services offered to fans of winner Kris Allen.
Music mogul Simon Cowell's ex-girlfriend has spoken out about her attack at the 'American Idol' finale on Tuesday night.
Music legends Queen, Lionel Richie, Kiss and Rod Stewart took to the 'American Idol' stage on Wednesday as college student Kris Allen was crowned the season's winner in a shocking result.
Simon Cowell and Kara DioGuardi will both return for another season of 'American Idol' -- the music mogul has come to terms with the show's new judge after an "awkward" start.
American Idol producers convinced reluctant rocker Slash to mentor contestants on the TV singing competition by handing over complete control of their upcoming rock-themed week.
Paula Abdul has hit back at rumors that she will be ousted from American Idol to make way for new judge Kara DioGuardi -- insisting she is staying on the show.
Simon Cowell has vowed to quit the judging panel on American Idol if the hit show slips from the top spot in the TV ratings.
We grade Tuesday night's performances -- only partly influenced by the judges!
We grade Tuesday night’s performances -- only partly influenced by the judges.
This whole wild card scenario on American Idol is really mixing things up -- in a good way.
Wild-card that is ... the judges took over the infamous round that gives former castoffs a second chance and brought back Anoop Desai, Matt Giraud, Tatiana Del Toro.
Paula Abdul has hit out at producers of 'American Idol' insisting the recent addition of fourth judge Kara DioGuardi "doesn't work."
The first three contestants have made it through to the finals of 'American Idol.' Nine more to go ....
Joanna Pacitti’s 'American Idol' dreams were cut short last night, when the show issued a press release stating, "It has been determined that Joanna Pacitti is ineligible to continue in the competition.”
The bitching has begun. 'American Idol' has thrown a "plant" into the mix.
Life couldn’t be sweeter for Kara Dioguardi. Not only is she a new judge on 'American Idol' but she just got engaged to her love of a year-and-a-half Mike McCuddy.
Kara DioGuardi, aka “The Fourth Judge”, put her stamp on 'American Idol' in the season opener, being the first to call a contestant a “b**ch”.
Fantasia Barrino is a crowd pleaser for sure ... deciding the fate of her home at the 11th hour!
The Fox hit talent contest’s eighth season, which premieres on Jan. 13-14 from 8-10 p.m. EST, is doing just that. It will now include a return to "wild card" finalists picked by the show's judges as well as less airtime for memorably bad auditions, according to The Associated Press.
Actor Van Johnson, a Hollywood heartthrob during the 1940s and 1950s, died on Friday at age 92.
Fox announced its midseason lineup on Thursday, including the date for American Idol’s season 8 premiere (finally!): Jan. 13, just one night after 24’s two-night, four-hour premiere wraps up.
When aspiring pop stars take to the stage for the next season of American Idol, they will be facing more “constructive” criticism than ever: Fox announced on Monday that a fourth judge would be added to the panel.
Classic puppet show The Muppets is making a comeback--after a talent contest is held to audition for a brand new member.
Simon Cowell sued over Idol rip-off, P. Diddy looks at forming an all-girl band, C-3PO Actor Talks Revenge of the Sith, more.
Michael Moore Has Unused Footage of Beheaded American, Daniel Radcliffe Predicts Harry Potter's Death, American Idol Finale Ratings Down Marc Anthony Jessica Simpson Ricky Martin
The vivacious, gospel-trained Fantasia Barrino became the third American Idol winner Wednesday, claiming the victory for her 2-year-old daughter. Also: Michael Jackson Super Size Me MTV Tavis Smiley Dennis Haysbert Helen DeWitt Bianca Jagger Sarah Jessica Parker Kim Cattrall Sex and the City
Media Desperate To Get in on Michael Jackson Case, American Idol Doubles Voting Time for Finale, Martha Stewart Show Put on Hiatus Sarah Jessica Parker Matthew Broderick Drew Carey Jenna Elfman Bewitched
If there is one thing TV viewers have learned from the third installment of Fox's American Idol it's that the best singers don't always necessarily win, and judge Simon Cowell was right when he said Hawaiian native Jasmine Trias owed her home state a lot of thank you letters. Also: Rupert Boneham Survivor All-Stars Frasier Michael Jackson Theodore Boutrous Kelly Rowland Roy Williams Harvey Weinstein Olive Osmond The Passion of the Ark Bobby Florsheim and Josh Stolberg
Weinsteins, Disney Settle on "Fahrenheit 9/11"; Another "American Idol" Shocker; Pam Anderson Becomes U.S. Citizen Maria Shriver Arnold Schwarzenegger
The Walt Disney Co. has moved to stop its Miramax Films subsidiary from distributing Oscar-winning filmmaker Michael Moore's upcoming documentary Fahrenheit 911. Also American Idol Anna Nicole Smith Madonna Usher Chilli Emmys Frasier Kelsey Grammer Amityville Horror Andrew Douglas
Robert Downey Jr. Gets Divorced, Marcia Gay Harden Welcomes Twins, Elton John Thinks "American Idol" May Be Racist Charlize Theron Russell Crowe
Paris Hilton Video To Hit Stores, Michael Jackson's Defense May Question Indictment, "American Idol" Voting Kerfuffle Kevin Spacey Rowan Atkinson Eminem Peter Jackson Peter Weir
News, Mar. 9: : Murphy Brown Actor Robert Pastorelli Dies, Jerry Seinfeld Postpones Show To Be With Injured Son, American Idol's Hung Bangs Out Record Deal O.J. Simpson Drew Carey Brett Butler Martha Stewart Paul Winfield Wesley Snipes Frances Dee Ryan Phillippe
According to court documents made public Tuesday, Michael Jackson and his ex-wife Debbie Rowe have agreed to let retired Los Angeles Superior Court Judge Stephen Lachs mediate an unspecified family dispute. Also: Janet Jackson Justin Timberlake William Hung Angelina Jolie Sex and the City Prince Robert Downey Jr Val Kilmer Kiss, Kiss, Bang, Bang Metallica: Some Kind of Monster
Fox's talent competition series American Idol and NBC's freshman police drama Boomtown won the highest honors at the 19th annual Television Critics Association Awards, which were presented Saturday at the Hollywood Renaissance hotel.
On August fifth, the talent of America will put themselves out there for fame or humiliation--again.
The Fox Broadcasting Co. has inked a three-year deal that will keep the sharp-tongued Simon Cowell as a judge on the network's hit reality series, American Idol. The new pact also includes a first-look deal with Cowell's new production banner, Simcow Ltd., and a series commitment with the network.
News, May 29: Fox Cleans Up With American Idol The Matrix Reloaded Puts Warner Bros. on Top, Stars Battle SARS Fears With Concert Ron Howard Wrong Turn Kate Bosworth Party Monster Macauley Culkin Seth Green M. Night Shyamalan
Ruben Studdard, the 24-year-old Birmingham, Ala., native with the deep, silky voice, was crowned the new American Idol Wednesday night at Los Angeles' Universal Amphitheater, eking by rival Clay Aiken by a very slim margin.
Viewers voted Kimberly Locke off Fox's American Idol competition Wednesday night, which narrows the field down to crowd favorites Clay Aiken and Ruben Studdard. Also: with Brittany Murphy Sean "P. Diddy" Combs Mark Wahlberg Kate Hudson MTV Movie Awards Cold Case The Handler Two and a Half Men Navy CIS I>The Brotherhood of Poland, N.H. The Stones Arnold Schwarzenegger Britney Spears Skechers Claudia Schiffer Snoop Dogg Method Man Soul Plane Christina Applegate Will Farrell Anchor Man: The Legend of Ron Burgundy
Jim Carrey and Wife Settle Child Support, O.J. Simpson Gets Reality Show, Kelly Clarkson's Hot While Madonna's Not DMX Will Ferrell Monica Lewinsky
American Idol finalist Corey Clark is sent packing after Fox officials found out he is awaiting trial on misdemeanor charges of battery and resisting arrest.
American Idol finalist Trenyce was arrested in October 1999 on a felony theft charge in her hometown of Memphis, Tenn. The 22-year-old unemployed singer spent a year in a Shelby County Criminal Court pre-trial diversion program and her record was eventually wiped clean by the judge for good behavior.
Prosecutors say Paul Reubens had collection of child pornography. Suge Knight Michael Jackson Phil Spector Steven Seagal Mike Myers Robert Redford Jennifer Lopez Minority Report Tom Cruise
American Idol's opening "Whoa-ooh-oh" theme music resonated through a record number of homes Tuesday as Fox debuted its second season of the hit musical reality show. According to Nielsen, Idol pulled in 26.5 million viewers.
News roundup for Oct. 18 - American Idol judges Paula Abdul and Randy Jackson will return. Peter Fonda Easy Rider James Gandolfini The Sopranos David Duchovny X-Files Gangs of New York Martin Scorsese Leonardo DiCaprio Catch Me If You Can Wes Craven Kevin Williamson Scream Diego Luna Y Tu Mama Tambien Roseanne Celine Dion
American Idol 2 will be holding audition across the country
News Roundup for Sept. 18 - American Idol reunion being taped in Las Vegas. Other celebrities include Kevin Spacey Christy Turlington Ed Burns Oprah Winfrey LL Cool J SWAT Samuel L. Jackson Colin Farrell Michelle Rodriguez
Out of the 10,000 entrants competing to become an overnight "American Idol," one soon-to-be star shone brightest: Kelly Clarkson.
20th Century Fox thinking about turning Fox TV's hit American Idol into a movie
American Idol's Simon Cowell may be returning for a second season as a judge.
News Roundup for Aug. 27
The Fox network hopes to produce a sequel to the hit reality series American Idol: The Search for a Superstar in time for a January or February bow. Also, Lizzie Grubman Jonathan Frakes Thuderbirds Ek Hasin Thi Bollywood Ram Gopal Varma The Simpsons Mystikal
American Idol hosts a star-studded fund-raising special this week aimed at raising more than $100 million for children's charities in the United States and Africa.