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'American Idol' Winner Laine Hardy Arrested After Bugging Ex-Girlfriend's Bedroom
Laine Hardy, who was the winner of 'American Idol' in 2019, was arrested on Friday for eavesdropping charges after bugging his ex-girlfriend's dorm room.

'American Idol' Star Caleb Kennedy Charged With Felony DUI After Crashing Truck, Killing One
The 17-year-old competed on the show in 2021 before being removed from the last 5 remaining contestants when a controversial video resurfaced online.

'American Idol' Alum Syesha Mercado Manifests Getting Her Son Amen'Ra Back, 6 Months After CPS Took Him Away
"I am so happy and grateful now that my sunshine is home."

'American Idol' Star Syesha Mercado Shares Heartbreaking Message About Phone Call With Son As She Fights To Get Him Back From Child Protective Services
She's still fighting to get her son back from Child Protective Services.

'American Idol' Star Syesha Mercado Reunited With Her Newborn Daughter Ast After Child Protective Services Incident, Still Fighting For Son
The singer is still fighting to regain custody of her son Amen'Ra.

'American Idol' Star Syesha Mercado Denies Abusing Her Two Children After Child Protective Services Takes Them, Ready To Fight In Court
The singer lost custody after a doctor reported her to CPS.

'American Idol' Star Syesha Mercado Raises $364,000 On GoFundMe To Fight To Regain Custody Of Her Two Kids Taken Away By Child Protective Services
The reality show finalist accuses the government of "corruption and injustice."

Brian Dunkleman Claims Paula Abdul Kissed Him 'On The Lips Three Times' At 'American Idol' Season 15 Wrap Party
"I thought, 'Do I have a shot?'" the stand-up comedian tells Radar.

Former 'American Idol' Co-Host Brian Dunkleman Reveals Shocking Last Conversation He Had With Ryan Seacrest, Dishes On Upcoming Documentary
He tells Radar producers showed "a false narrative in whatever way they wanted."

Former 'American Idol' Co-Host Brian Dunkleman Details Drug Use, Feuds With Ryan Seacrest & Suicidal Thoughts In Upcoming Documentary
"After a couple of years of drinking and doing coke, I ran out of money."

'American Idol' Alum Constantine Maroulis Shuts Down Years-Long Rumors He Hooked Up With Former Judge Paula Abdul
The singer suggests his elimination was used as a "smokescreen" to cover a scandal.

Shocking Video: Katy Perry Collapses On ‘American Idol’ Set After Scary Gas Leak
‘We’re getting heavy propane,’ Luke Bryan tells producers before firefighters arrive.

Former ‘American Idol’ Co-Host & Estranged Wife’s Bitter Custody Battle Gets Nasty!
Brian Dunkleman’s drama with his ex is playing out in explosive court documents.

‘American Idol’ To Blame For Antonella Barba’s Federal Drug Bust, Mom Claims
ABC show and Hollywood ‘interrupted her dream of a career,’ she claims in court docs.

'American Idol' Contestant Haley Smith Dead At 26 After Horrific Motorcycle Crash
Police say the reality star 'failed to negotiate a sharp turn.'

R.I.P. ‘American Idol’: All-Time Low Ratings Leading To Cancelation
Source says the former reality juggernaut has been a bomb on ABC since the start.

J-Hud Vs. Kelly! 'Idol' Alums Already At War During Taping Of 'The Voice'
Hudson is ‘coming back with a vengeance,’ says onset source.

Former ‘American Idol’ Host Brian Dunkleman Defends Uber Driver Gig
‘I make over a grand on a good week mother***er.’

Former 'American Idol' Competitor Antonella Barba Is Arrested
She was busted for allegedly trying to distribute heroin!

Nicki Minaj Has ANOTHER Wardrobe Malfunction, This Time While Shooting New Video
It's happened before, it'll happen again.
Nicki Minaj had a wardrobe malfunction shooting the video for her song High School, when her neon-green bathing suit

'American Idol' Winner Scotty McCreery's Weddding Details Are Revealed
Singer has a down-home country-style marriage to longtime girlfriend!

Kellan Lutz Says He Doesn't Have Time To Find A Girlfriend
By Alexis Tereszcuk - Radar Senior Reporter
Twilight hottie Kellan Lutz might be on the market for a new girlfriend, but he isn't actually looking -- yet.
The

STATEMENT: Fantasia Read Wife's Homewrecking Court Claim Then Took Overdose, Says Manager
Former American Idol winner Fantasia read a court complaint naming her as a homewrecker just hours before she took an overdose of aspirin and a sleep aid in an

EXCLUSIVE: Fantasia Tried To Commit Suicide -- Read The Police Report Here
American Idol star Fantasia Barrino was hospitalized after she attempted to commit suicide according to a North Carolina police report, RadarOnline.com can

EXCLUSIVE INTERVIEW: Fantasia's Dad: 'My Daughter Needs Time'
Fantasia Barrino’s father Joseph Barrino tells RadarOnline.com in an exclusive interview that the singer needs time but is a strong girl who will pull through

Fantasia Barrino Attempted Suicide After Married Beau Called Off Relationship
Former American Idol winner Fantasia Barrino tried to take her own life after her married boyfriend Antwaun Cook called-off their relationship, RadarOnline.com

Ex-American Idol Contestant Arrested For Girl Fight At Hollywood Bar
Former American Idol contestant Asia'h Epperson and her sister were arrested early Thursday for allegedly beating up a girl at a Hollywood nightclub and

EXCLUSIVE: Dad Says He'll Support 'Strong & Independent' Daughter Threatening to Sue Fantasia For Affair
The father of the woman accusing Fantasia of stealing her husband says he will support a decision to sue the singer, RadarOnline.com is exclusively

EXCLUSIVE: Fantasia's Secret Emails To Married Lover: 'I Need You!' -- Read Them Here
American Idol alum Fantasia Barrino knew her boyfriend Antwaun Cook was still living with his wife when they started dating and RadarOnline.com has the

EXCLUSIVE: Scorned Wife Says Judge Was Biased In Fantasia/Married Lover Court Case
The scorned wife of a man who impregnated Fantasia is appealing a North Carolina judge's ruling that she was separated from her husband at the time he started

AUDIO: Hear The 911 Call Paula Abdul Made During Valentine's Day Fight With Boyfriend
We've got the 911 call made by ex-American Idol judge Paula Abdul during an apparent fight with her boyfriend in his car on Valentine's Day. Hear the 911 call

EXCLUSIVE: American Idol's Stefano Langone Arrested For DUI -- See His Mug Shot & Read The Police Report
American Idol top 11 contestant Stefano Langone has battled his way through the competition despite nearly losing his life in a 2009 car crash caused by a drunk

AUDIO: Pia Toscano And Mark Ballas Just ‘Very Close Friends’
by Radar Staff
Are they or aren’t they?
Pia Toscano and Dancing With The Stars Mark Ballas have been snapped getting cozy all over town, but the ex-American

Court Ruling Opens the Door for Release of Intimate Jennifer Lopez Home Video
By Jen HegerRadar Legal Editor
Jennifer Lopez is facing a huge embarrassment as intimate home video of the singer with her ex-husband, Ojani Noa, may be

EXCLUSIVE DOCUMENTS: Jennifer Lopez Battling To Prevent Release Of Intimate Home Video
By Jen HegerRadar Legal Editor
Jennifer Lopez is appealing the decision by a Los Angeles Superior Court judge to allow the release of intimate home video of the

Nigel Lythgoe: 'All 3 Judges Returning To American Idol'
Executive Producer Nigel Lythgoe told Ryan Seacrest on Wednesday "that all three judges, along with the brilliant host of American Idol, [are] back for next

Kristin Cavallari: I Didn't Break Up Mark & Pia!
By Radar Staff
Kristin Cavallari wants to set the record straight: She didn't cause the breakup between her Dancing with the Stars partner Mark Ballas and

American Idol: Season 11 Kicks Off In Savannah!
By Radar Staff
And they're off!American Idol's eleventh season kicked off with a two-hour premiere Wednesday, as the panel of Steven Tyler, Jennifer Lopez and

Legal War Rages On Between Jennifer Lopez And Ex-Husband Over Intimate Home Video
By Radar Staff
The heat between Jennifer Lopez and her ex-husband Ojani Noa continues to simmer, as RadarOnline.com has obtained legal documents between their

Jennifer Lopez And Marc Anthony Reunite On Stage
By Radar Staff
Jennifer Lopez and Marc Anthony had the audience going wild when they walked out on stage together last night."JLo and Marc each sang two songs

Still On! 'American Idol' Gets Renewed By ABC
The talent show survives a ratings slump and Ryan Seacrest scandal.

Uh-Oh! 'American Idol' Reaches All-Time Low In TV Ratings
Is singing diva Katy Perry hurting the once-popular music show?

'American Idol’ Producers Contemplate Canceling Show As Ratings Plummet
The Voice' has beat out the ABC reboot in recent weeks.

‘American Idol’ Bosses Blaming Ryan Seacrest For Ratings Bomb
The ABC reboot is being crushed by NBC’s hit rival show ‘The Voice!'

'American Idol' Contestant Deported Following Attempted Rape Conviction
Yoji Asano gained notoriety after flubbing his audition.

'Idol' Teen Slams Katy Perry’s Kiss, Wanted First Time To Be ‘Special'
Contestant says he would have said 'no' if she had asked.

Katy Perry Tanks On ‘American Idol’ — ‘It's A Complete Train Wreck!’
Singer’s ‘worse than anyone ever could have imagined.’

Awkward Teens & Savage Judges: See The 'American Idol' Reboot's Most Shocking Moments
'You're not a pop star,' fired Katy Perry at a hopeful contestant.

Nun Who Fought Katy Perry In Legal Dispute Dies After Collapsing In Court
Convent case shocker comes just before pop star's 'American Idol' judging debut!

‘American Idol’ Execs ‘Freaking Out’ Over Ryan Seacrest Sexual Harassment Scandal
‘This could be one of the biggest disasters in TV history!’ source claims.

'American Idol' Winner's Nephew Shot & Killed In North Carolina
Fantasia Barrino's family is devastated by the sudden loss.

‘Idol’ Execs Fear Katy Perry Will Be ‘Total Dud’ After Disastrous VMA Gig
Will the pop singer turn out to be a $25 million mistake?

Former 'American Idol' Fantasia Barrino's Career Bombs
'They are almost giving away tickets to see her show,' a source says.

Ryan Seacrest Officially Returning To 'American Idol'
Has the star betrayed 'Live!' cohost Kelly Ripa?

American Idol Drama Explodes: Is This The Proof It's All Fake?
The ‘Real World’ casting agency was hired to find singers for the reboot.

Ryan Seacrest Planning To Leave 'Live' For Lucrative 'American Idol' Deal?
Plus, find out the insane amount of money the host was offered for the gig.

Fox Executives Slam ABC's 'Extremely Fraudulent' ‘American Idol’ Remake
The show's changing networks and stirring up drama!

Ungrateful? Kelly Clarkson Snubs 'American Idol' Reboot For Role On 'The Voice!'
Will Gwen Stefani leave for good?

American Idol Is Back! ABC Picking Up Hit Show
Does Ryan Seacrest have time to host?

‘Sick’! Former American Idol Contestant To Rot In Prison As Child Sex Offender
Hollywood finalist busted with hundreds of photos of TODDLERS on his computer!

Desperate Plea? 'American Idol' Begs Judge To Not Void Phillip Phillips' Contract
Court papers reveal how the singer's victory could put the company in jeopardy!

The Last Feud! Carrie Underwood Slams Kelly Clarkson Over 'American Idol' Finale
Click through 7 photos to find out all the behind-the-scenes drama.

Top 14 Moments From The 'American Idol' Finale
See all of the wonderful 'moments like this.'

Cross-dressing, Drugs, Cheating & More: Top Ten 'American Idol' Secrets & Scandals Exposed
Find out what's been going on behind the scenes for years!

'This Is Really Confusing': Ellen Degeneres Can't Understand How Caitlyn Jenner 'Still Has A Judgment About Gay Marriage'
Two media icons locked horns Tuesday when Ellen DeGeneres made her first appearance on The Howard Stern Show, in a chat that included revelations about Caitlyn Jenner.

Mariah Carey Says American Idol Was 'The Worst Experience Of My Life' –– Singer Shocks In Calling Former Show 'Boring' & 'Fake'
Mariah Carey griped about her time on American Idol Thursday, calling the Fox show "fake" and labeling it "the worst experience of my life."

10 Most OMG Moments From The 'American Idol' Finale -- Get The Highlights!
American Idol may be ending after next season, but that doesn't mean you can't enjoy the fun while it's still here! Catch the ten most "OMG!" moments from last night's finale.

End Of An Era: 'American Idol' Axed After 15 Years
American Idol will wrap up after 15 years with its upcoming season, Fox announced Monday.

'American Idol' Contestant Josh 'JDA' Davila Is Now A Woman
Josh 'JDA' Davila Is Trans Woman

King Of The Castle! Jason Derulo's Buys $3 Million Post-Breakup Bachelor Pad – Take The Tour In 12 Photos
Here are some great pictures of Jason Derulo's brand new $3 Million post-breakup bachelor pad.

Pound The Alarm! Nicki Minaj Credit Score Plummets Over Social Security Number Leak
Nicki Minaj’s new single “Only” is climbing the charts, but her credit scored plunged earlier this month!

Election Loser Clay Aiken’s Baby Mama Upset She Must Continue Paying Monthly $7,500 Child Support Payment
Clay Aiken isn't the only one smarting over his failed attempt to become a congressman in North Carolina.

Former ‘American Idol’ Scott MacIntyre In The Battle Of His Life — Needs Transplant To Survive
Former ‘American Idol’ Scott MacIntyre has some serious health issues.

Curtains For ’SYTYCD’? Former Judge Dan Karaty Weighs In On Future Of The Show Amid Ratings Slump
Former ‘SYTYCD’ Judge speaks about the show's struggling popularity.

Ex-‘American Idol’ Judge Randy Jackson’s Wife Files For Divorce After 18 Years Of Marriage – Find Out Her Demands!
And another one! Randy Jackson’s wife has filed for divorce.

Jason Derulo Breaks Silence On Breakup With Jordin Sparks, Says That ‘Everything Is Cool’ & The Pair Will Remain Friends
Jason Derulo is keeping relatively mum about his split with Jordin Sparks, but things don’t appear to have gotten too ugly.

Headed For Another Heartbreak? Fantasia Barrino Has Finally Moved On From Her Married Baby Daddy— With A Sexy Convicted Felon!
Fantasia Barrino's new boyfriend was arrested at 16 for possessing a weapon on a school campus.

Adam Lambert Opens Up About His Upcoming Album
When Adam Lambert stopped by ‘On Air With Ryan Seacrest,’ he dished on his upcoming album and just what it was like touring with Queen.

Desperate For Votes? Congressional Candidate & ‘American Idol’ Vet Clay Aiken Begs Baby Mama To Let Their Son Join Him On The Campain Trail — Mom ‘Won’t Let Him Be Exploited For A Photo Op!'
Clay Aiken wants his son to join him on the campaign trail--but the mother isn't having it.

‘American Idol’ Tragedy: Season 7 Finalist Michael Johns Dies At 35
American Idol has lost one of its young alums.
Season 7 finalist Michael Johns died on August 1, according to multiple reports. The 35-year-old is believed to

Unemployed Idol: Wannabe Congressman Clay Aiken Gets $90K Per Year In Child Support, Claims Source
Sources claim that American Idol alum gets paid over 90k per year in child support- read all the details

Wannabe Congressman Clay Aiken Receives Child Support From Son’s Mom — It’s A ‘Sad Situation,’ Says Source
A source tells RadarOnline.com that it's a "sad situation."

Hiding In The Closet No More! 13 Hollywood Stars Who Were Outed
They are the celebrities who opened up about their sexuality either reluctantly or just to stop the rumor mill from churning.

Jennifer Lopez Still Loves Casper Smart, Says ‘He’s A Good Friend’
The long-gone couple still are great friends after their split.

Case Dismissed! Ex-‘American Idol’ Contestant Corey Clark’s $120M Slander Lawsuit Shut Down
The 'American Idol' contestant was disqualified for failing to disclose his previous arrest.

Modern Family: Ex-Wife Of Kelly Clarkson’s Husband Spends Quality Time With ‘Idol’ Star’s New Daughter — Says, ‘She’s Precious’ & 'We Have A Wonderful Relationship’
Blackstock’s ex, Melissa Ashworth White chats about her relationship with the couple and their new baby.

She’s Here! Kelly Clarkson And Husband Brandon Blackstock Welcome Baby Girl
Kelly Clarkson is a mom!
The “Stronger” singer just announced she and husband Brandon Blackstock, 37, welcomed daughter River Rose on June 12.
“Thank you

Is This The Real Reason Jennifer Lopez And Casper Smart Split? JLo Is A ‘Fitness Robot’ Who Had ‘Nothing Else To Talk About Besides Diet And Exercise’ With Casper Smart
Jennifer Lopez has become body obsessed, and it caused problems in her relationship with boyfriend Casper Smart.

Hiding Out? Jennifer Lopez Ends Talks To Perform At Charity Concert Amidst Casper Smart Split Scandal
“She disappeared just as all the bad press started,” an insider tells Radar.

'Hypocrite!' Bronx Fans Slam Jennifer Lopez For Shunning Locals — Concert Epic Fail With Only Half Seats Full
Radar has learned it was far from a homecoming. Instead of staying in her former hood, she opted for posh digs miles away in Manhattan!

Fantasia Barrino Still Bitter Over Ex Antwaun Cook Leaving Her For His Estranged Wife -- 'If It Weren't For Their Kid, He'd Have Nothing To Do With Her'
Fantasia Barrino, of American Idol fame, is bitter of split with Antwaun Cook who went back to his estranged wife.

Silence Is Golden! Jennifer Lopez Forces Love Rat Boyfriend Casper Smart To Sign Non-Disclosure Agreement Preventing Tell All
The singer had her boyfriend sign a legal document agreeing to never spill secrets about their relationship to the media.

Pregnant Kelly Clarkson Sticking By Hubby 6 Months After Cheating Allegations — Happily Prepping For Parenthood!
The 'Since U Been Gone' singer and Brandon Blackstock are putting all the finishing touches on their Nashville, Tenn., nursery

Busted? Is Casper Smart Cheating On Jennifer Lopez With A Transsexual Model... Outrageous Claims On Website Stir Up Shocking Rumors
Is Jennifer Lopez’s relationship with Casper Smart in trouble? A shocking new post on TheDirty.com claims that the American Idol host’s much younger boy toy has

Infamous Ex-American Idol Contestant Corey Clark -- $40M Lawsuit SHUT DOWN!
An American Idol contestant who was kicked off the show after allegedly failing to disclose his arrest record has lost his $40 million defamation lawsuit

'American Idol' Finalist Turned RuPaul’s Drag Race Fan-Favorite Adore Delano Talks Switcheroo: 'I Want To Break Into The Mainstream!'
Danny Noriega, is that you? American Idol's adorable teen boy has returned to the spotlight as self-described “punk-rock mermaid” drag queen Adore Delano on

This … Is The End Of 'American Idol'! Ryan Seacrest 'Desperately Wants' To Leave The Show, Says Source
It's the end of an era! After a FOX network executive admitted in February that American Idol was "winding down," RadarOnline.com has learned that Ryan Seacrest

'American Idol' Staff Desperately Searching For New Jobs: The Show Is On Its Way Out, And We Don't Want To Be Dragged Down With It!
It's no secret that American Idol has been on a downward spiral the last few seasons — so staff and crew are jumping ship, desperate to find new jobs before the

Scorned Andrew Silverman: My Ex-Wife's Affair With Simon Cowell Made For 'Fascinating, Unexpected, Shocking' Life Experience
Lauren Silverman's ex-husband Andrew has broken his silence over her affair with Simon Cowell that resulted in the end of his marriage with the beautiful

How Jennifer Lopez Helped Leah Remini Escape The Dangerous Grips Of Scientology: 'It Was A Tough Moment For Her'
Leah Remini went through a difficult time when she made her dramatic exit last year from the Church of Scientology, but her best friend Jennifer Lopez was by