David Cook Single 'Light On' Now Platinum
Congrats to Season 7 Idol winner, David Cook . His single, “Light On” was recently certified platinum by the RIAA. The single hit the 1M mark back in August, making it eligible for certification. “Light On” was the first single off of David’s platinum-selling album David Cook . It was co-written by Chris Cornell (Soundgarden, Audioslave) and Brian Howes . The song debuted at #17 on the Hot 100 and #8 on the Hot Digital tracks chart when it was released in...

Boyfriend Charged after Body Found
EASTPOINTE, Mich. (myFOXDetroit.com) - 49-year-old David Cook was among those who reported his girlfriend missing. Now, police say he knew all along 35-year-old Latoya Lowery, a mother of seven, was dead in the trunk of a car behind a house on Lincoln. "He acted normal, like he was all the time I've ever seen him," said Robert Selby, the victim's uncle. "Was no indication that anything was wrong." Cook is now being held without bond on murder charges. Police believe he beat up and suffocated...

Idolatry: Hire Shania!
After nine seasons of American Idol , it’s not always easy to sit through the boob-boxers and accordion players and Gimmicky Gerties of the world as we wait for the revelatory powers of a Frenchie Davis or a David Cook or a Melinda Doolittle. (Apologies to @mdoolittle for foolishly leaving her off my 15 Best Idol Auditions countdown …but I digress.) So consider this week’s Idolatry — with my world-class cohost Jessica Shaw — as a bridge that leads from...

'Idolatry': Together, with the help of Shania Twain, we can survive the 'American Idol' audition episodes!
After nine seasons of American Idol , it’s not always easy to sit through the boob-boxers and accordion players and Gimmicky Gerties of the world as we wait for the revelatory powers of a Frenchie Davis or a David Cook or a Melinda Doolittle. (Apologies to @mdoolittle for foolishly leaving her off my 15 Best Idol Auditions countdown …but I digress.) So consider this week’s Idolatry — with my world-class cohost Jessica Shaw — as a bridge that leads from...

David Cook Interview
Broken Records Magazine sat down with David Cook at the end of July 2009 to talk about his life since American Idol and the success of his debut album David Cook. Check out the interview here (pages 16-18)!!

Katharine McPhee Visits Good Day LA - VIDEO
Katharine McPhee stopped by Good Day LA today to talk about her new album Unbroken , her empowering Bikini-clad Self magazine cover, her guest appearance as Chevy Chase’s daughter in the NBC comedy, Community and tonight’s Hope for Haiti telethon, where she’s set to answer phones with David Archuleta and a slew of other celebrities. Jennifer Hudson will also appear on the telethon. She’s singing The Beatles’

American Idol boss, Simon Fuller plans Spice Girls redux
[HMG] – Just when you thought the pain was over, American Idol co-creator, Simon Fuller has announced those ubiquitous bimbos from the mid-1990’s, the Spice Girls are preparing a comeback – Again. With the working title of ‘Viva Forever’ - named after one of their collective atonal whinings - the new show is a co-production between Fuller and ‘Mamma Mia’ producer, Judy Craymer, and is due to open later this year in London’s West End. Fuller,...

American Idol - Katelyn Epperly Gives Us 'Syrup And Honey' (VIDEO)
American Idol hit up Chicago for some raw talent.

American Idol - Matt Lawrence Wows Simon, Gets TOP 12 Prediction (VIDEO)
This week American Idol went down to

Ayla Brown to Perform on 'Early Show'
• Ayla Brown , daughter of U.S. Senator-elect Scott Brown , will perform exclusively on next Tuesday's CBS "Early Show." Brown was a contestant on "American Idol." She will perform "Pick it Up" live.

American Idol Alums Help Haiti
A number of familiar faces from American Idol will be joining today's huge Hope for Haiti Now telethon. The telethon, which starts at 8pm EST, will be broadcast on just about every major network: ABC, CBS, NBC, FOX, CNN, BET, The CW, HBO, MTV, VH1, CMT, PBS, TNT, Showtime, Comedy Central, Bravo and E!. You can also watch the telethon right here on BuddyTV . Joining seemingly every gigantic celebrity alive--we're talking George Clooney and Madonna sized celebs--will be former Idol ...

Nightly News: Roman Polanski Must Return to the USA; Bo Bice Welcomes Another Baby
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Simon Cowell becomes first UK billion dollar TV earner
January 21st, 2010

Bo Bice and Wife Welcome Third Child
American Idol alum Bo Bice and his wife welcomed their third child Friday. Caroline Bice gave birth to Ean Jacob at 10:30 a.m.

Will the Pants Get Off the Ground?
'Pants on the Ground' is a hit with everyone. And while it's surely a catchy tune, are we really getting the message? Crystal's Soapbox turns her hat to the side.

Today In 'Idol': Simon And Friends Cover REM For Haiti
:: Simon Cowell’s charity single to raise funds for Haiti is coming together: Rod Stewart, Leona Lewis, Michael Buble are said to be on board, singing a cover of REM’s “Everybody Hurts.” [ BBC ] :: Past Idol winners keep popping up all over our TV

General Larry Pratt's Not Seeing Any Money For "Pants On The Ground", But That May Change
The outrageous "Pants On The Ground" song first introduced on American Idol by 62 year old Atlanta singer, General Larry Pratt, may be a biggest hit not currently on a disc or the charts right now. YouTube has numerous remixes posted, and Minnesota Vikings quarterback Brett Farve even did a locker room version, as well as comic Jimmy Fallon and many others have covered the song.

Happy Birthday, Phil Stacey!
Season 6 finalist Phil Stacey turns 32 today. We first met Phil during auditions, when his wife gave birth to their second daughter, McKayla, while he was away. Luckily, he hurried back home with a golden ticket in his hand to meet the new bundle of joy. While on American Idol, Phil soared to the Top 6 and got to travel around the nation with the Top 10 finalists on the American Idols LIVE! 2007 Tour. In spring of 2008, Phil Stacey released his self-titled debut album, which peaked at #8 on the...

Avril on American Idol: TV Alert
Avril Lavigne is going to be guest starring on the one-of-a-kind hit “American Idol” this Tuesday, January 26. She’ll be a guest judge. I think the contestants this year show a lot of promise, and they’ll likely benefit from Avril’s advice. Her performer’s empathy will be great for the show, as the show is feeling the absence of Paula Abdul. I must say, though, that I love the new choice, Ellen; she’s fantastic. Avril will be great in the mix! Do you...

'American Idol' alum Bo Bice welcomes a third son
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American Idol Season 9 Spoiler: Top 24 Leaked Online
Okay, American Idol fans, the top 24 have been leaked online… so, take note of this American Idol spoiler warning before diving in to the list of the top 24 contenders: ***American Idol season 9 spoiler alert – top 24 leaked online*** 1. Aaron Kelly 2. Alexander “Alex” Lambert 3. Andrew Garcia 4. Benjamin “Ben” Honeycutt 5. Casey James 6. Christopher “Chris” Golightly 7. Jose Munoz 8. Jermaine Sellers 9. John Park 10. Lee DeWyze 11. Michael...

"Idol" chatter has Jamie Foxx taking over for Simon Cowell
Life & Style is reporting that Jamie Foxx is a strong contender to take Simon Cowell's seat on American Idol. Gossip Cop investigated, and it's not true.

"American Idol" Auditions Are A Myth ... But Isn't The Whole Show, Really?
Let me preface this by saying that I am a longtime “American Idol” fan. As a former singer and performer, nothing is more exhilarating than watching other people compete and either knock it out of the park or bomb big-time. Perhaps the most compelling part of the “Idol” journey is the audition process. Not only is it entertaining, but also every person alive (whether talented or untalented) can relate to that moment of waiting to fulfill a dream: to perform on Broadway,...

'Pants' guy has copyright concerns as more people cover 'Idol' song
General Larry Platt, who became a national obsession after performing his original tune Pants on the Ground during an American Idol audition, said that he is being taken advantage of by folks looking to make a fast buck from his hip hop tune and is searching for representation, Fox News reported Friday. Platt, a Civil Rights soldier turned rap impresario, said he wants to protect his song. In just a little over a week, his hit song made its way from American Idol to the radio and even the...

Ayla Brown to Perform on "The Early Show"
The Early Show: Ayla Brown to Perform on "The Early Show" - Exclusive: Daughter of Massachusetts Senator-Elect, Former "American Idol" Contestant to Sing "Pick It Up" on Broadcast"/>