Former "American Idol" contestant Randy Madden has been arrested on suspicion of unlawful sex with a minor. Madden, 45, was arrested in Ventura County, California, and charged with six felonies, ...

Grammy-winning songwriter Brett James, known for penning hits including Carrie Underwood’s “Jesus, Take the Wheel,” died in a plane crash on Thursday, according to the Nashville Songwriters Hall of ...

Ryan Seacrest’s fate as American Idol host has officially been revealed. Last month, American Idol released a teaser for the newest season, which featured the expected returning judges: Carrie ...

The band will be back together on American Idol. ABC has confirmed Emmy winner Ryan Seacrest will return as host for Season 9, the music competition series’ 24th overall, joining previously announced ...

As he has every season so far, Seacrest will host the singing competition. By Rick Porter Television Business Editor Seacrest’s new deal comes as American Idol is beginning its new production cycle, ...

Kelly Clarkson made history when she won the first season of "American Idol" in 2002. The former waitress-turned-pop star beat fellow contestant Justin Guarini in the final on Sept. 4, with nearly 23 ...