"American Idol" auditions continued in Episode 3, with standout moments like Brian Wilson's daughters singing '"Hold On" with granddaughter Lola.

Some American Idol winners became superstars, while others faded from the spotlight. Here's what happened to those who ...

From contestants who nearly botched their auditions, to folks who floored the judges, these tryouts from past "Idol" winners ...

Season 8 winner Kris Allen has a handful of charting songs to his name, but the carefree “Live Like We’re Dying” stands out ...

“American Idol” alum Doug Kiker has died at 32. His sister, Angela Evans, confirmed his passing in a touching Facebook post.

According to Richard Rushfield’s book American Idol: The Untold Story, some contestants have to drop ... However, those who make it past the auditions and onto the show are compensated for ...

Douglas Kiker, a former contestant on “American Idol” who was known as the “Singing Garbage Man,” has died at the age of 32, reports say. Kiker’s sister confirmed her brother’s death ...

Former American Idol contestant Doug Kiker has died. He was 32.

Sadly, it’s been reported that Doug Kiker passed away this past Monday. The singer’s ex-fiancée, Valerie Cook, told TMZ that ...

In the 18th season of 'American Idol', Doug Kiker auditioned with a heartfelt rendition of 'Bless the Broken Road' ...

On Sunday night, a new season of "American Idol" kicked off with a packed slate of auditions and a new judge on the panel.

Since American Idol‘s very first season ... of the competition and immediately moving on to week 2. In the past, contestants with the platinum ticket were also given the first opportunity ...