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August 2008
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Hey, Ruben Studdard: Even American Idols have to pay Uncle Sam
Apparently "American Idol" winner Ruben Studdard doesn't feel like he needs to pay his taxes. And the IRS is not happy. He owes more than... more
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Should new 'American Idol' host Kara DioGuardi be eligible for an...
With references all over the Web to Kara DioGuardi as the new "Grammy-nominated" host of "American Idol," surely you're wondering: What was... more
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Barack Obama asks Jennifer Hudson to sing the National Anthem
Barack Obama has asked "American Idol" contestant and Oscar-winning "Dreamgrls" actress Jennifer Hudson to sing at the Democratic National... more
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Kara DioGuardi: Getting to know the new 'American Idol' judge
During a conference call with the media this afternoon, newly added “American Idol” judge Kara DioGuardi got a barrage of logistical questions... more
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'American Idol' gets a fourth judge: Kara DioGuardi
It's a girl! When "American Idol" premieres in January, there will be a fourth judge seated at the judge's table: Grammy-nominated... more
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Exclusive Interview: David Archuleta's 'Crush' tops charts
“All my friends keep saying, ‘You should try to hook up with Shawn Johnson,’” confessed “American Idol” runner-up David Archuleta with a giggle... more
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'American Idol' finalist Katharine McPhee expands repertoire in...
| August 21, 2008
From Los Angeles TimesON A hot summer afternoon in the Valley, "American Idol" finalist Katharine McPhee talks about her recent switch from singing to acting and... more
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Teen sensations grow up so fast
| August 9, 2008
From Los Angeles TimesMedia theorist Marshall McLuhan once stated that anyone who tries to make a distinction between education and entertainment doesn't know... more
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Tv's Futurist
| August 6, 2008
From Los Angeles TimesIT'S LIKELY there are few people thinking as much about the future of television as Kevin Reilly, president of entertainment at Fox. While... more
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Singing around the campfire
| August 5, 2008
From Los Angeles TimesIn a world of brand extension and merchandise obsession, "American Idol" is king. Spearheaded by FremantleMedia, the company that owns the... more
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'American Idol': A trip to Idol Camp
In a world of brand extension and merchandise obsession, "American Idol" is king. Spearheaded by FremantleMedia, the company that owns the... more
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'American Idol' show runner steps down
In recent months, Fox executives announced that they intend to make some creative changes to the format of "American Idol" in its eighth season... more
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Listen here: David Archuleta's first single, Crush!
Want to listen to "American Idol" runner-up David Archuleta's very first single, titled "Crush?" It aired this morning on the "Elvis Duran... more





