April 21, 2021 'American Idol' comeback twist sparks controversy as viewers claim it 'ruined' season: 'Completely unfair' "American Idol" fans expressed their displeasure with Monday's comeback episode, which saw 10 contestants from last season return to compete for a spot in Season 19's top 10.
April 20, 2021 'American Idol' judge Luke Bryan's wife addresses rumor contestant Wyatt Pike departed over ‘fight’ with star "American Idol" judge Luke Bryan's wife Caroline confirmed that he did not fight with contestant Wyatt Pike, causing him to depart the competition, but instead was battling coronavirus while Pike left due to "personal reasons."
April 20, 2021 'American Idol' contestant Wyatt Pike releases new song after exiting show for 'personal reasons' Wyatt Pike released a new song roughly one week after exiting “American Idol” for “personal reasons.”
April 20, 2021 'American Idol' contestant Cecil Ray Baker arrested for burglary, accused of assaulting ex-girlfriend "American Idol" contestant Cecil Ray Baker was arrested for burglary after allegedly entering his ex-girlfriend's home.
April 16, 2021 'American Idol' front-runner Wyatt Pike breaks silence after quitting show Wyatt Pike departed "American Idol" before the top 12 contestants were announced.
April 13, 2021 'American Idol' judges Katy Perry, Lionel Richie give update on Luke Bryan after coronavirus announcement “American Idol” judges Lionel Richie and Katy Perry revealed their fellow judge, Luke Bryan, is doing well after having to miss a live show due to contracting the coronavirus.
April 12, 2021 Luke Bryan tests positive for coronavirus, to skip 'American Idol' The country singer said he's in quarantine, resting at home, and doing well.
April 5, 2021 'American Idol' welcomes Katharine McPhee back for powerful duets "American Idol" welcomed "Country Comfort" star Katharine McPhee back to perform songs originally performed by Whitney Houston, Céline Dion and Andrea Bocelli.
April 5, 2021 Katy Perry reveals she's stopped shaving her legs since becoming a mom The pop star got candid on Sunday night's episode of "American Idol."
March 29, 2021 'American Idol' alum Kelly Clarkson opens up about career doubts following Season 1 win "American Idol" winner Kelly Clarkson said she wasn't sure where her career would go after winning Season 1. Clarkson spoke to Andy Cohen during Friday’s episode of "The Kelly Clarkson Show."
