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'American Idol' Crew Hits Hawaii ... Aloha!

Published: 04/14/2025
The "American Idol" crew had aloha-t of fun in Hawaii, and we've got the behind-the-scenes shots just for you! From the stage to the beach, the 'Idol' judges -- Lionel Richie, Carrie Underwood and Luke Bryan -- took their duties to the shore, and they took obligations seriously!!! Ryan Seacrest…
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Brian Littrell Cries During Son Baylee's 'American Idol' Audition

Published: 03/10/2025
Backstreet Boys singer Brian Littrell could barely keep it together as he stood outside the doors during his 22-year-old son Baylee's audition for "American Idol" on Sunday night's show. Brian got visibly emotional as he told cameras how "proud" he is of his son during the Season 23 premiere of…
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'American Idol' Contestant Benjamin Glaze Arrested on Child Pornography Charges

Published: 10/19/2024
Benjamin Glaze -- an "American Idol" contestant who went viral after Katy Perry kissed him during his audition -- has been arrested for allegedly possessing child porn, TMZ has learned. According to a Tulsa PD Facebook post, Glaze was arrested after the force's Sexual Predator/Digital Evidence…
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Carrie Underwood Dishes On What Type Of 'American Idol' Judge She'll Be

Published: 08/02/2024
Carrie Underwood’s spilling the tea on what type of "American Idol" judge she'll be ... right after TMZ broke the exciting news earlier this week. The country star dropped by "Good Morning America" Friday ... telling the hosts she just didn't have it in her to lie -- but don’t expect Simon…
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Carrie Underwood Close To Finalizing Deal to Replace Katy Perry on 'American Idol'

Published: 07/31/2024
Katy Perry’s out at "American Idol" -- and Carrie Underwood is very close to filling in her seat ... TMZ has learned. Sources with direct knowledge tell TMZ ... Carrie and her team are in the final stages of locking her into a contract to appear on the hit ABC show -- and if all goes smoothly,…
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Sofia Richie Welcomes First Baby with Husband Elliot Grainge

Published: 05/24/2024
Sofia Richie is officially a mom -- she and her husband Elliot Grainge say their bundle of joy arrived this week. Lionel Richie's daughter gave birth to her own little girl ... Sofia says she gave birth on Monday, which she calls the "best day of my life." And they've already got a name ... Eloise…
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What's The Big Frigin' Difference?!

Published: 04/27/2024
In the wise words of Ryan Seacrest, "This is American Idol!" The spotlight is now on you, and you ain't no shoe-in! Do you have the star power to find the differences between these two photos? Take the stage and show 'em what you're made of! Idols Luke Bryan, Katy Perry, Lionel Richie and Ryan…
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Huey Lewis ¿Lo recuerdas?

Published: 02/01/2024
El artista estadounidense Huey Lewis tenía 35 años cuando él y su banda, Huey Lewis And The News, se llevaron a casa el Grammy por su éxito "The Heart Of Rock N' Roll" en 1986. Esta canción no fue el primer tema de la banda en llegar a lo más alto de las listas... "The Power Of Love" tuvo…
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Grammy Winner Huey Lewis 'Memba Him?!

Published: 02/01/2024
American artist Huey Lewis was 35 years old when he and his band, Huey Lewis And The News,  took home the Grammy for their hit song "The Heart Of Rock N' Roll" back in 1986. This song wasn't the band's first track to hit the top of the charts ... "The Power Of Love" was such a banger it was…
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Lionel Richie Premieres 'We Are The World' Doc, Duets 'All Night Long' With Jon Batiste

Published: 01/30/2024
Lionel Richie is still buzzing with the magic from "The Greatest Night In Pop" exactly 39 years later ... the legendary singer proved he can still bring the house down with today's fresh, young talent!!! TMZ also obtained footage of LR performing a duet with Jon Batiste of his chart-topping track,…
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Lionel Richie estrena el documental de "We Are The World" y canta a dúo "All Night Long" con Jon Batiste

Published: 01/30/2024
Lionel Richie sigue vibrando con la magia de "The Greatest Night In Pop" exactamente 39 años después, ¡el legendario cantante demostró que todavía puede hacer vibrar la casa con los jóvenes talentos de hoy en día! TMZ también obtuvo imágenes de Lionel interpretando a dúo con Jon Batiste…
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Diana Ross Honored to Sing For Beyoncé's Birthday, Lionel Richie Just Jokingly Angry

Published: 09/12/2023
Diana Ross had no hesitations in joining Beyoncé onstage for some birthday fun ... and we're told the so-called shade Lionel Richie threw at Diana was simply a friend joking around. Sources close to Diana tell TMZ ... the legendary singer was honored to sing "Happy Birthday" to Bey at her packed…
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Lionel Richie Premieres 'We Are The World' Doc, Gives Speech

Netflix had its premiere for "The Greatest Night In Pop" at The Egyptian Theatre in Hollywood beforehand ... a doc that chronicles the backstory of 1985's megahit "We Are the World" ... the African charity megahit that became the fastest-selling single at the time.
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Jon Batiste, Andra Day Perform at 'We Are The World' Doc Afterparty

Lionel introduced Jon and Andra Day to the stage ... and was enjoying the show until Jon played the opening keys of "All Night Long" and Lionel couldn't resist joining in ... can't have those TikTokers thinking JB came up with the track!!!
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Lionel Richie Duets 'All Night Long' With Jon Batiste

Lionel Richie is still buzzing with the magic from "The Greatest Night In Pop" exactly 39 years later ... the legendary singer proved he can still bring the house down with today's fresh, young talent!!!
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Diana Ross Honored to Sing For Beyoncé's Birthday, Lionel Richie Just Jokingly Angry

If ya haven't seen it, Lionel said he's been trying for 3 decades to get Diana to sing their classic duet "Endless Love" live on stage, but she's shot him down every time. He got a laugh from the crowd when he groused ... Diana opting to sing for Beyonce "pissed me off!"
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King Charles' Coronation Concert With Lionel Richie & Katy Perry

The Coronation of King Charles might be done, but the party's just getting started ... because Lionel Richie and Katy Perry are kicking off a massive concert!
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Luke Bryan, Katy Perry and Lionel Richie Center Stage in Nashville for 'Idol' Auditions

Luke Bryan has boots on the ground in Nashville looking for the next "American Idol" ... and after holding auditions, he hit the stage at his own bar with Katy Perry and Lionel Richie!!!
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Katy Perry Shows Off Baby Gifts From Beyonce And 'Uncle' Lionel Richie | TMZ TV

Beyoncé welcomed Katy Perry to the world of motherhood with an impressive gift from one pop superstar mom to another.
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Who'd You Rather: Lionel Richie or Prince Charles?

Tough question!
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Lionel Richie Is The Harry Houdini Of Controversy

How Do You Do It Lionel?
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Lionel Richie Loves The Dentist

TMZ Lawyer Derek? Not so much.
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American Idol Contestants Like To Bang Each Other!

Katy Perry isn't the only one who kissed a girl!
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“American Idol” Gets Awkward

The first ‘Idol’ family photo of Luke Bryan, Katy Perry, Lionel Richie and Ryan Seacrest is … classic!
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'American Idol' Crew Hits Hawaii!

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Katy Perry's 'Idol' BFFs

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Most Iconic Grammy Moments In History

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Richie Family Vacation To Greece

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Stars with Pineapples

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Nicole Richie's 35th Birthday -- Disco Fever

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