American Idol

American Idol
  • WASHINGTON - NOVEMBER 16: American Idol's Katharine McPhee rehearses at 'Kaleidoscope' presented by sanofi-aventis US airing nationally on Thanksgiving Day on FOX at Verizon Center on November 16, 2009 in Washington, DC.

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  • Adam Lambert's awards show performance draws complaints

    ...while men don't do it that often, The Associated Press reports. There were also hostile comments online about the " American Idol " glam rocker who sang his new song "For Your Entertainment" on Sunday's show with an elaborate, S&M-themed production. Lambert... |more

  • Review: 'Dreamgirls' takes a turn at Harlem's Apollo

    ...Holliday and Jennifer Hudson , who made their names on this role and this song. Syesha Mercado , who placed third on " American Idol " in 2008, grows beautifully from backup player to glamour-girl as Deena, the Diana Ross character, and Adrienne Warren has... |more

  • Who is Oprah's heir apparent in daytime?

    ...a greater potential to be broader than many of its rivals, and her profile should only increase with her upcoming role on " American Idol .""Guests won't be afraid to go on Ellen," Springer said. "Any edge she might have is neutralized by her humor. She can... |more

  • Motown caps 50th anniversary with hometown gala

    ...best friend Robinson came back to the former Hitsville USA to meet with contestants on the smash Fox singing competition " American Idol .""I called it 'Motown,' rather than 'Motor City,' because there was more warmth here," Gordy told reporters that day.... |more

  • Adam Lambert shows promise on 'For You Entertainment'

    ...thing's for sure with Adam Lambert: His voice won't get lost in his collaborations with the "American Idol" SWAT team of songwriters and producers. His over-the-top personality will probably stay intact, too.Lambert's post-"Idol" debut, "For Your Entertainment"... |more

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  • Television: Two standards, or too racy?

    ...gaining fame on “American Idol,’’ openly gay singer Adam Lambert has treaded the line between being a flamboyant artist and a political figure, rolling out the news of his sexuality with caution, saying he doesn’t want to stand for all gay men. But Lambert,... 11:10 PM |more

  • 'Idol' runner-up Adam Lambert's sexually-charged act draws 1,500 complaints

    ... ABC television said on Monday it had received about 1,500 complaints about the sexually-charged performance by "American Idol" runner-up Adam Lambert at the American Music Awards on Sunday. Millions of viewers saw Lambert simulate oral sex with a back-up... 11:09 PM |more

  • What Was Adam Lambert Thinking?

    ...performance on the American Music Awards last night because I was impressed with his ability and stage presence on "American Idol." The show included some of the industry's biggest stars, but they saved him for the last song of the night and really built it... 11:02 PM |more

  • ABC wasn't quite ready for Lambert's 'Entertainment

    ...That's how I perform. I like to have a framework." Both hostile and supportive comments were posted online about the "American Idol" glam rocker's performance. While prowling an elaborate set during the number, Lambert also fondled one dancer and briefly led... |more

  • American Idol star defends racy performance

    ...of the connection that I had with that dancer." Both hostile and supportive comments were posted online about the American Idol glam rocker's performance. While prowling an elaborate set during the number, Lambert also fondled one dancer and briefly led two... |more