Kentucky Singer Leaves ‘American Idol’ As Newborn Son Battles Heart ConditionKentucky Singer Leaves ‘American Idol’ As Newborn Son Battles Heart Condition'If I had a record deal sitting in front of my face and my son in the other hand, I'd choose my son anytime over anything,' Christian Brown says.Carena LiptakCarena Liptak
Luke Bryan Remembers the ‘American Idol’ Tragedy That ‘Really Affected’ HimLuke Bryan Remembers the ‘American Idol’ Tragedy That ‘Really Affected’ Him'From time to time, I'll see a clip of him singing and it just breaks my heart for him and his family,' Bryan admits.Carena LiptakCarena Liptak
Carrie Underwood Takes Aim at ‘Idol’ Haters Who Booed HerCarrie Underwood Takes Aim at ‘Idol’ Haters Who Booed HerCarrie Underwood had a pointed response after getting booed during 'American Idol’s Hollywood Week in Nashville.Donny MeachamDonny Meacham
‘American Idol’ Alum Accused of Killing His Wife‘American Idol’ Alum Accused of Killing His Wife'American Idol' alum Caleb Flynn, who once praised his wife on TV, now faces murder charges in connection with her shooting death.Donny MeachamDonny Meacham
Carrie Underwood’s Not on ‘Idol’ to Sugarcoat AnythingCarrie Underwood’s Not on ‘Idol’ to Sugarcoat AnythingThe country superstar says she’s not trying to be harsh on 'American Idol' — she just believes the truth helps contestants grow.Donny MeachamDonny Meacham
Carrie Underwood's 'Baby Knees' Are Back on 'American Idol'Carrie Underwood's 'Baby Knees' Are Back on 'American Idol'Remember Carrie's baby knees?Jess RoseJess Rose
Brad Is Back! Pranks Carrie Underwood on 'American Idol'Brad Is Back! Pranks Carrie Underwood on 'American Idol'The moment was just part of a strong comeback for 'Idol.'Billy DukesBilly Dukes
Luke Bryan Called It: Carrie Underwood's Built for American IdolLuke Bryan Called It: Carrie Underwood's Built for American Idol'American Idol' returns with a new season on Monday night (Jan. 26.)Evan PaulEvan Paul
Carrie Underwood Says No Tour in 2026Carrie Underwood Says No Tour in 2026Fans didn't exactly have reason to suspect Carrie Underwood was planning a tour, but they were holding out hope. Carena LiptakCarena Liptak
Carrie Says She Doesn’t Cry. ‘Idol’ Knew Better.Carrie Says She Doesn’t Cry. ‘Idol’ Knew Better.Carrie Underwood once insisted she’s not a crier — but her 'American Idol' co-judge Luke Bryan knew better. Evan PaulEvan Paul