Those auditioning for the first season of "American Idol" just wanted to pay their bills, the pop star explained, adding that she had a deductible to fix her car that she couldn’t afford.

The latest season of American Idol is here, bringing fresh excitement, a major shakeup on the judging panel, and, of course, some hefty paychecks for the stars who help shape the competition.This seas

MKY wowed the judges with his smooth vocals and genuine personality on the Sunday, March 16, installment of American Idol, leaving viewers eager to see just how far he'll go in the popular talent competition.

After Idol, he released two studio albums, the first in 2003, followed by another in 2005, as well as an acoustic EP in 2008 and another EP in 2016. Today, Guarini has moved on from being a recording artist and transitioned into a theater career.

American Idol fans are fuming that the show is 'ruined,' calling for a boycott after a recent audition scandal.

American Idol season 23's newest judge Carrie Underwood is revealed to have a hidden talent in a preview clip from the show's next episode.