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Adam Lambert gets guest spot on 'The View' after outcry from supporters

Sat, 5 Dec 2009 05:50:00 +0000

ABC had canceled Lambert's appearances on 'Good Morning America' and 'Jimmy Kimmel Live.' His backers believed it was because he is gay. > After taking heat from Adam Lambert's fans and gay advocates for a week, ABC on Friday extended an olive branch of sorts to the "American Idol" runner-up who made headlines with his provocative performance last month at the American Music Awards in which he kissed a male musician.

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Adam Lambert to Perform on The View

Sat, 5 Dec 2009 03:17:00 +0000

American Idol runner-up Adam Lambert will perform on The View , ABC announced Friday. ABC receives complaints over Adam Lambert's AMA performance The 27-year-old singer will sit down with... Read More > Other Links From TVGuide.com American Idol Whoopi Goldberg Sherri Shepherd Barbara Walters Jimmy Kimmel Live The View Elisabeth Hasselbeck Joy Behar Good Morning America Adam Lambert

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'American Idol' Adam Lambert to appear on 'The View

Sat, 5 Dec 2009 02:51:37 +0000

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'American Idol': Bucky Covington on Great American Country's Top 20 Countdown

Sat, 5 Dec 2009 02:10:48 +0000

There were already two "American Idol" videos on the Great American Country's Top 20 Countdown -- now Bucky Covington's "Gotta Be Somebody" has joined the party. Video below. Bucky Covington's "Gotta Be Somebody" joins Carrie Underwood's "Cowboy Casanova" and Kellie Pickler's "Didn't You Know How Much I Loved You" on the GAC Top 20 Countdown . He comes in at No. 19 on the chart. "Gotta Be Somebody" was directed by Devin Pense and features live performance video spotlights his hometown community of Rockingham, North Carolina, according to the official "American Idol" website . This is Bucky Covington's country version of the Nickelback #1 hit. What do we think? Good video? We were always a fan of Bucky's on "Idol." He wasn't super-charismatic but his "Simple Man" and "Real Good Man" were both good that season. He also had a nice solo from a group number on "Tobacco Road" that we remember really liking. Follow Zap2it on Twitter and Facebook for all your movies, TV ...

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'American Idol': Preview Carrie Underwood's holiday special

Fri, 4 Dec 2009 22:18:26 +0000

FOX and Carrie Underwood will try to put you in the seasonal spirit Monday night with a two-hour holiday special. The season four "American Idol" winner is the host and featured performer in "Carrie Underwood: An All-Star Holiday Special," which has the feel of an old-school variety show and features a handful of comedy bits in addition to the music. Dolly Parton, Brad Paisley and fellow "Idol" champ David Cook are among the guests, and Underwood does a girl-group number with Kristin Chenoweth and Christina Applegate. But make no mistake -- this is Carrie's show, and judging by clips FOX has released she'll be front and center for just about the entire two hours (hey, her name's on the marquee, so why not?) Take a peek at some clips from the show, which is produced by former "Idol" (and current "So You Think You Can Dance") exec producer Nigel Lythgoe. Follow Zap2it on Twitter and Facebook for the latest TV, movie and celebrity news. Related: Carrie Underwood on Dolly Parton, ...

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'American Idol' Adam Lambert's ABC snubs questioned by GLAAD

Fri, 4 Dec 2009 16:11:07 +0000

Adam Lambert's controversial American Music Awards performance surprised many, including ABC, which claims this is why they uninvited the "American Idol" runner-up from three of their shows. The network told the Gay & Lesbian Alliance Against Defamation ( GLAAD ) that dropping Lambert from "Good Morning America," "Jimmy Kimmel Live" and the upcoming New Year's Eve special had nothing to do with his sexual orientation but rather his unpredictable nature. "Since his American Music Awards performance occurred GLAAD has consistently advocated that Adam Lambert and openly gay artists not be held to a double standard," GLAAD said in a statement. "As we have expressed publicly, it is disappointing that ABC will not give Lambert a chance to perform at this time. GLAAD's discussions with ABC focused on confirming that his sexual orientation was not a factor in their decisions. ABC confirmed this is not about a same-sex kiss or his sexual orientation but about being 'caught off guard.' " ABC claims ...

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Kara DioGuardi, GLAAD Weigh In On Adam Lambert's ABC Cancellations

Fri, 4 Dec 2009 14:45:00 +0000

Gay-rights organization GLAAD and 'American Idol' judge Kara DioGuardi weigh in on ABC's decision to cancel several appearances by Adam Lambert.

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Kara DioGuardi, GLAAD Weigh In On Adam Lambert's ABC Cancellations

Fri, 4 Dec 2009 14:45:00 +0000

'Networks are doing what they think their viewers want and don't want, so it's just budgetary,' says 'American Idol' judge. By Jocelyn Vena Kara DioGuardi Photo: Frederick M. Brown/ Getty Images After canceling Adam Lambert's scheduled appearance on Good Morning America last week, on Thursday it was reported that ABC has decided not to book Adam Lambert for two more specials on the network, following his provocative performance at the American Music Awards last month. Lambert confirmed via Twitter on Wednesday that he has been unbooked from a December 17 performance on "Jimmy Kimmel Live," as well as the annual "Dick Clark's New Year's Rockin' Eve With Ryan Seacrest." And after calling ABC's decision to cancel Lambert's "GMA" appearance "disappointing," gay-rights organization GLAAD has issued a statement addressing the subsequent cancellations: "Since his American Music Awards performance occurred GLAAD has consistently advocated that Adam Lambert and openly ...

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Adam Lambert Says Working With Lady Gaga Was 'Crazy'

Fri, 4 Dec 2009 11:50:00 +0000

"American Idol" alum Adam Lambert discussed his collaboration with Lady Gaga, "Fever." "I think she's pretty amazing," he said.

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'American Idol's' David Archuleta, Jordin Sparks and Allison Iraheta perform in online charity concert

Fri, 4 Dec 2009 05:34:18 +0000

Tis the season for charitable giving and " American Idol "'s David Archuleta, Jordin Sparks and Allison Iraheta are getting into the spirit. Signing on to perform in an upcoming online concert, put on by Planet Cazmo -- which specializes in web entertainment for teens/tweens -- and Toys for Tots , the Idols will do their thing for an internet-only audience on December 18 and 19. And in case you were wondering, yes, Archie will be singing stuff from his Christmas album. Sean Kingston , Soulja Boy Tell 'Em , Parachute , The Script , Jay Sean and Metro Station are also scheduled to participate. Planet Cazmo will donate a week's worth of "virtual goods" revenue to Toys for Tots in conjunction with the concert. Will you log on to watch? Follow Korbi on Twitter and follow Zap2It's main feed for all your movies, TV and celebrity news. RELATED: Zap2it's 'American Idol' coverage Photo credit: FOX

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'American Idol' alumni score five Grammy nominations

Fri, 4 Dec 2009 01:21:54 +0000

Carrie Underwood and Kelly Clarkson are Grammy Award veterans by now. They'll be joined at the 2010 awards by a couple of fellow "American Idol" alumni. Season two winner Ruben Studdard and season five finalist Mandisa each picked up the second Grammy nods of their careers on Wednesday. Studdard is part of the original cast recording of "Ain't Misbehavin'," which is up for best musical show album. Mandisa was nominated for best pop/contemporary gospel album for her effort "Freedom." Clarkson earned her fifth career nomination by scoring a nod for "All I Ever Wanted" as best pop vocal album, while Underwood was nominated twice: best female country vocal performance for "Just a Dream" and best country collaboration with vocals for "I Told You So" with Randy Travis. They're the sixth and seventh Grammy nominations of her career. Clarkson, Underwood and Jennifer Hudson are the only past "Idol" contestants to have won Grammys in the past. Underwood leads the pack with four; Clarkson has two and ...

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Jordin Sparks lights career

Thu, 3 Dec 2009 20:38:08 +0000

TV News: 'Idol' lessons serve songstress well -- Winning a music pageant may be a great way to launch your singing career, but as Jordin Sparks understands, the hard part begins once you leave the "American Idol" set.

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'American Idol' Carrie Underwood shares World Almanac cover with Barack Obama

Thu, 3 Dec 2009 19:44:05 +0000

"American Idol" Carrie Underwood is spending time with the Obamas ... on the cover of an almanac. The "World Almanac and Book of Facts 2010" features the President and First Lady on the cover as well as Underwood and White Sox baseball player Mark Buehrle, who had pitched a perfect game in the past year. How does Underwood qualify for distinction? She's the top-selling "Idol" alumni, selling over 10.5 million albums in the U.S. and is the artist with the most top 10s on the country chart among solo women this decade. Recently, she achieved her second No. 1 album on Billboard with "Play On." The "World Almanac," currently in stores, sells for $12.99. On Monday, Dec. 7, she headlines "Carrie Underwood: An All-Star Holiday Special on FOX. Follow Zap2it on Twitter and Facebook for the latest TV, movie and celebrity news. Related: 'American Idol' Carrie Underwood wants to be a role model. Unlike that other guy? A Carrie Underwood Christmas Carrie Underwood on Dolly Parton, ...

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'American Idol' finalists embarking on Holiday tour

Thu, 3 Dec 2009 17:42:21 +0000

"American Idol" finalists Michael Sarver, Alexis Grace, David Hernandez and Gina Glocksen are getting their acts together and taking them on the road for the "American Stars in Concert for the Holidays" tour. The tour started Wednesday, Dec. 2 and continues through Sunday, Dec. 20, stopping in eleven cities. According to Broadway world , the tour "will be a great way to see and hear the Idols up close and personal, in an intimate theatrical setting. Audiences will get a chance to relive their favorite former Idol moments as these talented artists perform an array of holiday favorites." The locations and dates are as follows: Dec. 2, 7:30 pm- The Polk Theatre, Lakeland FL Dec. 4, 7:30 pm- The 1st Baptist Church, Oxford AL Dec. 5, 8 pm- The Ford Center, Oxford MS Dec. 9, 8 pm- Alegheny Colleges, University MO Dec 10, 7:30 pm- University of Pittsburgh at Johnstown, PA Dec 12, 7:30 pm (split cast)- Slippery Rock University, PA Dec 12, 8pm (split cast)- Mesa Arts Center, Mesa, AZ Dec 13, 8pm- ...

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'Friends,' 'ER,' reality TV top list of 10 most-watched episodes of the decade

Thu, 3 Dec 2009 17:05:26 +0000

The #1 most-watched single episode of the aughts? The "Friends" series finale. What other shows made the list? Reuters has released a list of the most-watched TV episodes of the last decade. Some are hardly a surprise; some are very surprising (and slightly depressing). The list is as follows (it does not include duplicate titles, so a show can only have their highest-viewed episode on the list): 1. "Friends," "The Last One," May 6, 2004, 52.5 million viewers 2. "Survivor: Palau," finale, Aug. 23, 2000, 51.7 million 3. "Joe Millionaire," finale, Feb. 17, 2003, 40 million 4. "ER," "All in the Family," Feb. 17, 2000, 39.4 million 5. "American Idol," season six premiere, Jan. 16, 2007, 38.1 million 6. "Grey's Anatomy," "It's the End of the World as We Know It," Feb 5, 2006, 38 million 7. "Who Wants to be a Millionaire," May 3, 2000, 36 million 8. "Frasier," "Something Borrowed, Something Blue," May 18, 2000, 33.7 million 9. "Everybody Loves Raymond," "The Finale," May 16, 2005, 32.9 ...

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Adam Lambert Performance on Jimmy Kimmel Live! Scrapped

Thu, 3 Dec 2009 04:39:00 +0000

More than a week after Adam Lambert 's daring, S&M-themed performance at the American Music Awards on ABC, Lambert's upcoming performance on the network's Jimmy Kimmel Live! has been... Read More > Other Links From TVGuide.com American Idol Jimmy Kimmel Live Good Morning America Early Show Late Night with David Letterman Adam Lambert Jay Leno Show

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Allison Iraheta Was Free To Do 'My Own Thing' On Just Like You

Thu, 3 Dec 2009 01:46:00 +0000

Allison Iraheta was free to do "my own thing" on Just Like You. "I am happy with every single song on the album," the "American Idol" finalist said of creative control on her debut.

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'American Idol': Adam Lambert tweets he's off ABC's 'Jimmy Kimmel' and New Year's Eve show

Thu, 3 Dec 2009 01:23:08 +0000

"American Idol" winner Adam Lambert tweeted Wednesday (Dec. 2), "Yes, sadly friends, ABC has canceled my appearances on Kimmel and NYE. :( don't blame them. It's the FCC heat." Apparently booting him off "Good Morning America" was not enough for ABC. Lambert's appearances on "Jimmy Kimmel Live" and (we presume) "Dick Clark's New Year's Rockin' Eve with Ryan Seacrest" have been canceled. You'd think Seacrest would have some sway there, maybe Dick Clark the stickler? Who knows. Lambert assures us that he is still doing Leno and he's looking into something to do for New Year's Eve. CBS doesn't traditionally have a New Year's Eve show, but perhaps "New Year's Eve with Carson Daly" would have Lambert. We're confident he'll have no problem lining up a gig. Follow Zap2it on Twitter for all your movies, TV and celebrity news Related Ryan Seacrest prompts 12 Days of Giving Jordin Sparks to sing at Nat'l Tree Lighting Photo credit: Adam Lambert's website

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Adam Lambert Finds His 'Strut' On Debut Album

Wed, 2 Dec 2009 20:07:00 +0000

"American Idol" alum Adam Lambert talked to us about the track "Strut," on his debut album For Your Entertainment. "It's more about letting it all hang out in the spirit of self-empowerment," the singer said.

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'American Idol' winner Jordin Sparks singing at 2009 National Tree Lighting

Wed, 2 Dec 2009 18:39:20 +0000

The annual White House Tree Lighting is Thursday, Dec. 3 and "American Idol" season 6 winner Jordin Sparks will be on hand to sing. Jordin is just one of several artists invited to the ceremony, which is traditionally when the President brings a message of peace to the nation before the giant White House Christmas tree is lit. The tree itself is a Colorado blue spruce planted in 1978. It was 30 ft tall when planted and today is 46 years old and stands almost 42 ft tall. Just a little botanical info for you guys. We're a full-service blog here at Zap2it. Besides Ms. Sparks, other performers joining in the festivities are Sheryl Crow, Common, Ray LaMontagne, Joshua Redman, Brad Mehldau and Celtic Woman. The ceremony will be streamed live on The National Tree official website starting at 5 pm/2 pm ET/PT Dec. 3. Hopefully we don't see any "Real Housewives" storming the stage. Though I think Jordin could handle herself. Her dad played professional football. How much would you love to see ...

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Will Ferrell: 'American Idol's Simon Cowell is 'dream role'

Wed, 2 Dec 2009 15:34:11 +0000

Will Ferrell has his dream role in mind: "American Idol" judge and co-creator Simon Cowell . The comedian says Cowell is the embodiment of Ferrell's character in the 2004 comedy "Anchorman:The Legend of Ron Burgundy." "I would love to play Simon Cowell in a movie," Ferrell tells UK newspaper The Sun . "Heck, I would love it. It would be a dream role. It wouldn't be hard for me to play him because I see a lot of Ron Burgundy in Simon Cowell." Hmmmm... larger than life, self-absorbed, blustery television personalities? Okay, we'd buy that. Ferrell's next step, he says, is to spend plenty of quality time with Cowell. "Come on Simon," he tells The Sun . "You know it would be fun. I could spend some time shadowing you. We could spend time in your mansion in high trousers and black round-neck Ts just being rude to people, it would be great." Follow Zap2it on Twitter for the latest TV, movie and celebrity news updates. Related: 'American Idol' judge Simon Cowell wants to ...

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Allison Iraheta Was Free To Do 'My Own Thing' On Just Like You

Wed, 2 Dec 2009 13:42:57 +0000

'I am happy with every single song on the album,' the 'American Idol' finalist says of creative control on her debut. By James Montgomery, with reporting by Jim Cantiello Allison Iraheta Photo: MTV News The road to post-"American Idol" glory is paved with cautionary tales, perhaps none more cautionary than that of Diana DeGarmo, the runner-up during the show's third season. One of the youngest — and most talented — "Idol" contestants, she was inked to RCA Records in 2004 and released Blue Skies, a glossy pop album she had little creative control over (in a recent interview , she complained that RCA ignored her suggestions about songwriting partners almost entirely) and one that effectively ended her career. It debuted at #52 on the Billboard 200, then, without the benefit of a hit single, quickly disappeared. Nearly five years later, it has sold fewer than 200,000 copies, and DeGarmo is starring in an off-Broadway production of "The Toxic Avenger." ...

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Adam Lambert Says His Fans Sometimes Go 'Too Far, But I Love It'

Wed, 2 Dec 2009 11:52:00 +0000

'I'm an intense person, so I think I need intense fans,' the 'American Idol' runner-up tells MTV News. By Jocelyn Vena, with reporting by Jim Cantiello Adam Lambert Photo: MTV News Adam Lambert has really devoted fans, and that's perfectly fine by him. The "American Idol" runner-up isn't at all weirded out by the attention his devotees lavish on him everywhere he goes these days. "They're amazing," Lambert told MTV News. "I've seen it go too far, but I love it." Lambert added that he loves seeing his fans show up to concerts dressed as him and excited to see him live. "Yeah, it's passionate," he said. "It's great to have something you believe in that much. I'm an intense person, so I think I need intense fans." The singer, who released his major-label debut, For Your Entertainment, this past week, said he first realized his fans' devotion during the "American Idol" tour. "On the Idols Live! Tour this summer, I saw women — mostly women, but some ...

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Adam Lambert Says His Fans Sometimes Go 'Too Far, But I Love It'

Wed, 2 Dec 2009 11:52:00 +0000

Adam Lambert said his fans sometimes go "too far, but I love it." "I'm an intense person, so I think I need intense fans," the "American Idol" runner-up told MTV News.

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'American Idol's' Ryan Seacrest prompts '12 Days of Giving'

Wed, 2 Dec 2009 00:56:05 +0000

Oprah Winfrey will have a 12 days of gifting treat, but Ryan Seacrest is proposing something a little more altruistic. The "American Idol" host wants us to take part in 12 days of giving. Basically, it's all about helping out a charitable cause in some way for 12 days straight, beginning Tuesday, Dec. 1, which happens to be World AIDS Day. Besides spreading the word via Twitter and Facebook, what does Seacrest expect us to do? Buy a handcrafted beverage from Starbucks, clothes from the Gap, some hardware from Dell and something from Bugaboo. Portions of the sales from these (RED) partners will go to the Global Fund to fight AIDS in Africa. For more info, check out Joinred.com or follow Joinred on Twitter. In contrast, Oprah Winfrey's 12 days consist of a limited number of her lucky viewers receiving a total of 46 of Oprah's favorite gifts over 12 days. In other "Idol" news, Season 7's Luke Menard celebrates his 31st birthday Tuesday. Happy Birthday, Luke! Follow Zap2it on Twitter for the ...

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'American Idol': Kellie Pickler's 'Santa Baby' video

Wed, 2 Dec 2009 00:13:18 +0000

Kellie Pickler has already gotten something for Christmas: a new hair color. The newly auburn-haired "American Idol" season 5 finalist also has a new song out. She covers the gold-digging standard "Santa Baby" for the compilation "A Very Special Christmas, Vol. 7," the video for which is now on CMT.com . As for the new hair (which she's been sporting since the CMA Awards last month), it suits her just fine. As for the song, it's a pretty straightforward cover of the old standby, and she does a decent job with it. "Santa Baby" is not one of my personal holiday favorites, but Pickler wisely doesn't go too far over the top in laying out her very expensive Christmas list. And hey, it's in service of a good cause (proceeds from "A Very Special Christmas" benefit the Special Olympics). Take a look at the video for yourself. What do you think? Follow Zap2it on Twitter for the latest TV, movie and celebrity news. Related: Adam Lambert explains his AMA actions on 'Ellen' Ruben Studdard ...

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'American Idol': Adam Lambert explains his AMA actions on 'Ellen'

Tue, 1 Dec 2009 22:42:27 +0000

"American Idol" star Adam Lambert admits to being a little nervous before his now infamous AMA performance. He told Ellen DeGeneres on her show Tuesday (Dec. 1), he didn't think about the act "as objectively as might have wanted to." He said he tried to so something a little risque and in hindsight, maybe that wasn't the best "second impression" to make on a national, live broadcast. Ellen weighs in on the event as well and admits if we're going to be offended by sexuality, one should be offended by ALL forms of sexuality. Touche' Ellen. Hear more of Adam's explanation and what his parents said about the show. It's not as simple as that though, is it? What say you? Follow Zap2it on Twitter for the latest TV, movie and celebrity news updates. Related: Barbara Walters confirms Adam Lambert is one of her 10 most fascinating 'American Idol' Adam Lambert's AMA act causes ABC to review live show practices 'American Idol': Adam Lambert's 'For Your ...

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Adam Lambert Tried to Defy 'Cliche And Safe' Gay-Male Stereotype With AMA Performance

Tue, 1 Dec 2009 22:34:00 +0000

"American Idol" star Adam Lambert told Ellen DeGeneres on Tuesday that he was trying to defy gay-male stereotypes with his controversial performance on the American Music Awards.

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'American Idol': Get a glimpse of 'Fantasia for Real' in January

Tue, 1 Dec 2009 21:07:32 +0000

"American Idol" winner Fantasia is getting her own reality show come Jan. 11, 2010. The stage actress and Grammy-nominated singer will be starring in her own reality series "Fantasia For Real," according to VH1. The eight-episode show will center on the single mother as she deals with fame, her career, and family. Jeff Olde, Executive Vice President, Original Programming & Production of VH1 said in a statement, "Our audience helped Fantasia become an American Idol and now, with this series, they get a backstage pass into her real life as she confronts obstacles to realize her true potential as an artist, a mother, a daughter and a sister." Fantasia joins the ranks of Chili (of TLC), Ray J, Terrell Owens, Salt -N- Pepa, Irv Gotti, and Diddy as VH1 reality show denizens. Follow Zap2it on Twitter for the latest TV, movie and celebrity news. Related: Reality Stars in Trouble Celebrity Reality TV Fantasia Barrino reprises lead in 'The Color Purple' Photo ...

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'American Idol' winner Ruben Studdard wants to spend 'Christmas in Your Arms'

Tue, 1 Dec 2009 19:40:44 +0000

"American Idol" season 2 winner Ruben Studdard is releasing a new Christmas song titled "Christmas in Your Arms." Listen below. The single will be released Dec. 8, but you can listen to it streaming for Windows here or for Real Player here . It's really a nice, homey Christmas song. Ruben sings that he'd "be happy in the city" or "on the farm," he doesn't care where he spends Christmas as long as it's "in your arms." Awwww. He's the velvet teddy bear! Ruben isn't the only "Idol" with holiday offerings. Carrie Underwood's All-Star Holiday Special airs Dec. 7 on FOX and David Archuleta recently released "Christmas From the Heart," which is a nice sampling of Christmas favorites. Follow Zap2it on Twitter for all your movies, TV and celebrity news Related Carrie Underwood on collaborating with Dolly Parton for Holiday special David Archuleta and mom Lupe have 'Merry Little Christmas' Review of 'Christmas from the Heart' Photo credit: Shore Fire

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Michael Jackson Unseats Britney Spears As Top Yahoo Search

Tue, 1 Dec 2009 16:36:10 +0000

'Twilight,' Megan Fox, WWE and 'American Idol' are among most-searched terms. By Kyle Anderson Michael Jackson Photo: Joe Traver/ Liaison/ Getty Images Every year, there are always a few topics that light the Internet on fire and dominate search engines. This year saw a handful of topics taking up plenty of online real estate, including Kanye West's interruption of Taylor Swift at the MTV Video Music Awards, the drama between Jon and Kate Gosselin, and the amazing rise of Susan Boyle. But in a development that should not shock anybody, Yahoo announced today that its top search of the year was Michael Jackson , who passed away suddenly back in June and has since been the subject of tributes, legal disputes and the concert documentary "Michael Jackson's This Is It." Jackson's ascension to the top search term ends the reign of Britney Spears , who has spent the last four years at #1 on the list. (Spears' popularity is still gigantic, though — she clocked in at ...

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'American Idol' Adam Lambert wants to be on the 'Twilight: Eclipse' soundtrack

Tue, 1 Dec 2009 15:36:28 +0000

"American Idol" star Adam Lambert smooching on Robert Pattinson ? The tween world would explode. Okay, not gonna happen, but Lambert does want to get close to Pattinson, Taylor Lautner , Kristen Stewart and the rest of the "Twilight Saga: Eclipse" cast. The singer tells MTV his song "Suburban Decay" would work for the vampire-werewolf-human romantic drama, though "Decay" didn't find a spot on his first album. "It's a great song and I hope to perform it someday, and I think it will find a home, on a soundtrack or something ... maybe 'Twilight,'" Lambert said. "It just didn't quite fit [on the album 'For Your Entertainment']. It's very theatrical... It's very campy, and it was just a bit too campy for the album as a big picture." If you're keeping score at home, that means the "Twilight" series higher on the camp scale than Lambert and his infamous American Music Awards performance . "Twilight: Eclipse" comes to theaters June 30, 2010. Follow Zap2it on Twitter for the latest ...

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Adam Lambert Makes A Bid For 'Eclipse' Soundtrack

Tue, 1 Dec 2009 11:51:00 +0000

'Suburban Decay' didn't make it onto his album, but Lambert thinks it would fit the 'Twilight' sequel. By Jocelyn Vena, with reporting by Jim Cantiello Adam Lambert Photo: MTV News Adam Lambert 's "Time for Miracles" has already been featured on the soundtrack for "2012." But the "American Idol" runner-up is already thinking about having a song accompany another potential blockbuster: "The Twilight Saga: Eclipse." Lambert thinks "Suburban Decay," a track produced by Rob Cavallo that didn't make it onto For Your Entertainment, should find a new home on the June 2010 movie's soundtrack. "It's a great song and I hope to perform it someday, and I think it will find a home, on a soundtrack or something ... maybe 'Twilight,' " he told MTV News. "It just didn't quite fit [in my album]. It's very theatrical. ... It's very campy, and it was just a bit too campy for the album as a big picture." Although the vibe was all wrong for his album, it might be ...

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'American Idol': New holiday albums hard to come by

Tue, 1 Dec 2009 00:14:23 +0000

Plenty of past "American Idol" contestants have albums out just in time for the holiday shopping season. But if you want new seasonal music from past Idols, the pickings are mighty slim. Only 2008 runner-up David Archuleta has released a full album of Christmas songs this season, and it's doing quite well: "Christmas from the Heart," a mix of traditional yuletide hymns and standards like "Have Yourself a Merry Little Christmas" and "I'll Be Home for Christmas," ranked fifth on the Amazon music sales charts as of late Monday afternoon. Carrie Underwood and Kellie Pickler contributed songs to "A Very Special Christmas, Vol. 7," but that's it in terms of new holiday product from the "Idol" alumni this year. (Last season's top two, Kris Allen and Adam Lambert, have of course just released non-holiday albums, and fourth-place finisher Allison Iraheta's debut hits stores Tuesday.) If Archie is not enough, though, here's a sampling of other Christmas albums from past Idols, listed in order of their ...

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'American Idol,' 'Lost,' represent network TV for the Producers Guild Award nominees

Tue, 1 Dec 2009 00:05:35 +0000

Another sign that network TV is falling behind cable -- the four big networks only represent 30% of the Producers Guild Awards , including comedies "30 Rock" and "The Office." Out of the four television categories, only six of the 20 PGA-nominated shows are from ABC, CBS, NBC or FOX. They are "30 Rock," "60 Minutes," "The Amazing Race," "American Idol," "Lost" and "The Office." Cable networks such as A&E, Bravo, HBO and Showtime dominate the nominations, another example of the growing TV trend where the best shows get made for cable channels. Showtime took home the most nominations with four. The full list of nominees is as follows (via Variety ): Comedy Series "30 Rock," "Californication," "Entourage," "The Office" and "Weeds." Drama Series "Breaking Bad," "Dexter," "Lost," "Mad Men" and "True Blood." Live Entertainment/Competition "The Amazing Race," "American Idol," "The Colbert Report," "Project Runway" and "Top Chef." Nonfiction "60 Minutes," "The Deadliest Catch," ...

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'American Idol' Adam Lambert's AMA act causes ABC to review live show practices

Mon, 30 Nov 2009 20:40:08 +0000

Go head Adam Lambert ! You know you've made it when a TV network starts taking steps to change the way it does business. That's exactly what Walt Disney-owned ABC is doing after Lambert's much-talked about American Music Awards performance last week. Disney/ABC Television Group President Anne Sweeney told Reuters Monday, the network will review the steps it takes in preparing for live broadcasts of performers. Sweeney said ABC will now look to get assurances from artists that their stage shows will resemble their rehearsals, and use contractual obligations to hold them to that. "We certainly don't want to suppress artistry at any level, but we also have to be very cognizant of who our audience is," Sweeney said at the Reuters Media Summit on Monday. This all comes after Lambert , the runner-up on this year's " American Idol ," simulated oral sex on-stage with a backup dancer, kissed a man and gave the middle finger to the audience. The performance was live for everyone but ...

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'American Idol' Kris Allen: I may kiss a dude next year on the 'AMAs'

Mon, 30 Nov 2009 20:31:54 +0000

In addition to discussing his "con-artist" brother -- whom he credits with getting him into the " American Idol " audition -- his wife and his dad during an appearance on "Bonnie Hunt" Monday (Nov. 30), current "AI" champion Kris Allen was asked about Adam Lambert 's controversial man-on-man "American Music Awards" performance as well. Yes, shocker, we know. The kid is clearly pretty sick of talking about the week-old situation, but being the polite boy he is, Allen played along, telling Hunt "...maybe next year on the AMAs, I'll do the same thing." See... After the interview, Allen got to business, performing his new single "Live Like We're Dying"... Any thoughts? Follow Korbi on Twitter and follow Zap2It's main feed for all your movies, TV and celebrity news. Related: 'American Idol' winners first-week sales: How does Kris Allen compare? 'Ellen Degeneres': 'American Idol' Kris ...

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'American Idol': Ace Young has chills, they're multiplyin'

Mon, 30 Nov 2009 19:27:44 +0000

"American Idol " finalist Ace Young joins fellow season 5 alum Taylor Hicks in the National Touring Company of "Grease." Taylor Hicks has been playing the Teen Angel in "Grease" for over a year and now Ace Young will join him as lead Danny Zuko, beginning on Dec. 1, according to Playbill. The tour kicks off with Young as Danny in Charlotte, NC, with dates scheduled through June 13, 2010. No word as to how long Ace Young will be with the tour. Tour Dates: December 1 - 6, at Ovens Auditorium, Charlotte, NC December 8 - 13, at the Overture Center for the Arts, Madison, WI December 15 - 20, at the Chevrolet Theatre, Wallingford, CT January 12 - 24, at the Fox Theatre, St Louis, MO January 26 - 31, at Proctor's Theatre, Schenectady, NY February 9 - 21, at the National Theatre, Washington DC February 23 - 28, at the Marcus Center for the Performing Arts, Milwaukee, WI March 9 - 14, at the Benedum Center, Pittsburgh, PA March 16 - 21, at the Auditorium Theatre, Rochester, NY ...

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'American Idol' judge Simon Cowell wants to bring 'X Factor' to Las Vegas

Mon, 30 Nov 2009 17:20:21 +0000

Look out Sin City! Prickly "American Idol" judge Simon Cowell wants to make Las Vegas the setting for the U.S. version of popular British show "The X Factor." Sir Philip Green, the billionaire partnering with Cowell on "X Factor," tells the New York Post , "Vegas is tailor-made for this show. To sing in Vegas? I mean, hell, you get to the final 12 [and tell them] 'Your dream's come true -- you're going to sing in Vegas!'" So let's see if we've got this right... a show that will feature singers where the ultimate prize is performing in Las Vegas, helmed by someone with the name and cache to bring in big names to judge and mentor? Watch out "America's Got Talent," "The X Factor" is coming for you. Let's be honest, "America's Got Talent" is practically a singing competition anyway, so how will "The X Factor" be any different? Maybe now that we'll have a U.S. version of "The X Factor," "America's Got Talent" could ban singing acts. It would certainly save us a lot of pain, not having to listen ...

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'American Idol's' Clay Aiken: Happy birthday!

Mon, 30 Nov 2009 17:04:14 +0000

Clay Aiken turns 31 Monday (Nov. 30) and he's set a precedent for Adam Lambert. Not only is Aiken gay, but finishing as an "American Idol" runner-up did little to hurt his career success. Aiken has had a busy six years since "Idol" ended. He went multi-platinum with "Measure of a Man," came out of the closet, became a dad, appeared as a guest star on "Scrubs" and even had a Broadway run as Sir Robin in "Monty Python's Spamalot." So what's Aiken been up to lately? Well, not much in the entertainment world, unless you count an appearance on "America's Next Top Model." He's been working in London and Germany on his latest album, which should be released sometime in 2010, possibly along with a PBS special. Oh joy! On a more personal level, Aiken raised $10,000 for his National Inclusion Project (formerly the Bubel-Aiken Foundation) through the Christie Cookie Charity Contest. "Thanks to everyone that voted in the Christie Cookie Charity Giveaway," he posted on his official site . "Your ...

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Barbara Walters confirms Adam Lambert is one of her 10 most fascinating

Mon, 30 Nov 2009 17:00:15 +0000

As was rumored early last week, "American Idol" runner-up Adam Lambert will indeed be one of Barbara Walters ' 10 Most Fascinating People of 2009. Walters confirmed his invitation on Monday's (Nov. 30) episode of "The View," though the poster below seems to confirm several of the annual special's other subjects as well: Lady Gaga , Tyler Perry , Sarah Palin , Brett Favre , Kate Gosselin and Glenn Beck . We haven't yet received word from ABC on whether or not the poster is official. However, even if it is and this list is in fact accurate, that still leaves three open spots. Any thoughts on who will fill them? "Barbara Walters Presents The 10 Most Fascinating People" will air Dec. 9. Follow Korbi on Twitter and follow Zap2It's main feed for all your movies, TV and celebrity news. RELATED: 'American Idol': Adam Lambert's 'For Your Entertainment' music video American Idol winner Kris Allen talks kissing, Adam ...

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'American Idol': Listen to Allison Iraheta's 'Just Like You'

Sun, 29 Nov 2009 00:13:39 +0000

Allison Iraheta was the designated rocker girl on "American Idol" last season, but her album "Just Like You" reminds us of a more pop-minded past "Idol" contestant: Kelly Clarkson. The 13 tracks on "Just Like You" -- which are streaming on MySpace Music and IdolBlogLive -- are a collection of radio-ready pop songs with a slight edge provided by Iraheta's pleasingly raspy voice. She doesn't have the sheer power or range of Clarkson, but none of these tunes would sound out of place on a Clarkson record (no surprise there -- one of the producers Iraheta worked with, Max Martin, has also collaborated with Clarkson). It's a nice first effort for the 17-year-old, whose album goes on sale Tuesday (Dec. 1), a week after records from her fellow "Idol" season eight contestants Kris Allen and Adam Lambert hit stores. The first single, "Friday I'll Be Over U," is already out . What do you think of "Just Like You"? Is it for you? Follow Zap2it on Twitter for the latest TV, movie and celebrity ...

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Gamble on 'American Idol,' 'Sex and the City' slot machines

Sat, 28 Nov 2009 05:28:39 +0000

If you're over 21, you can now play slot machines based on two of your favorite shows, "American Idol" and "Sex and the City." Both slots were new releases at the 2009 Global Gaming Expo in Las Vegas. In "American Idol," slot players can trigger a bonus round that lets them become one of three judges -- Simon Cowell, Kara DioGuardi or Randy Jackson -- and then plays video clips of past contestants, good AND bad. According to Sphere.com , Paula Abdul was the lone holdout participant even BEFORE she announced she was leaving the show. Innnteresting. Meanwhile, the "Sex and the City" slot machines are subtitled "Change of a Dress." Clever, no? They feature bonus rounds that include video clips of all four women plus Mr. Big. International Game Technology spokeswoman Julie Brown told Sphere, "There's shoes and purses and lots of bling and big bonuses and the music track, and it's a very interactive game." Speaking of Mr. Big, Chris Noth helped unveil the "Sex and the City" slot machine in Las ...

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'American Idol': Katharine McPhee, David Archuleta perform for 'Kaleidoscope'

Fri, 27 Nov 2009 23:07:51 +0000

"Kaleidoscope" aired on Thanksgiving, so in case you missed it here are the videos of "American Idol" runners-up Katharine McPhee and David Archuleta performing. "Kaleidoscope" brought together singers, figure skaters and cancer survivors to celebrate beating cancer and raise awareness of the fight against cancer. McPhee and Archuleta were just two of the many performers. Below we have video of both McPhee's "I'll Be Home for Christmas" and Archuleta's "Silent Night." Plus an extra added bonus video. Speaking of cancer, Katharine McPhee also recently took part in a public service announcement about breast cancer and performing monthly self-examinations. Have you always wanted to see Katharine, Minka Kelly, Alyson Hannigan, Jamie King and Emily Deschanel grope each other? Look no further! Follow Zap2it on Twitter for all your movies, TV and celebrity news Related David Cook's 'Shattered Dreams' David Archuleta and mom have "Merry Little ...

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'American Idol': Kara DioGuardi on Ellen, Paula

Fri, 27 Nov 2009 19:17:53 +0000

"American Idol" judge Kara DioGuardi is looking forward to working with her new colleague at the judging table, but she's still processing the departure of her old friend. In an interview with Billboard , DioGuardi says she's excited to start working with Ellen DeGeneres, who was named the show's fourth judge in September. "I think she's going to be a great addition," DioGuardi says. "I can't even imagine sitting next to her." Despite that excitement, though, she still has former judge Paula Abdul on her mind. DioGuardi has written songs with Abdul -- and even lived with Abdul for a short time after moving to Los Angeles -- and says "it was sad" to hear of Abdul's departure. "It was definitely strange," she says. "You could tell with the contestants that she was really the heart of the show. She was very nurturing to them. I couldn't believe it, to be honest. It's still a little strange to think of 'Idol' without Paula." Video of DioGuardi's interview -- in which she also talks about ...

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'American Idol' winner David Cook's 'Shattered Dreams'

Fri, 27 Nov 2009 17:02:06 +0000

Life for "American Idol" Season 7 winner David Cook has been going well, enough so that his stealthy victory over David Archuleta really doesn't seem so surprising anymore. With his self-titled album making platinum, Cook has been enjoying his solo tour "Declaration," which hits Fort Lauderdale's Nova Southeastern University on Sunday, Nov. 29. On his tour, he tells the Miami Herald that he's been trying to "unveil" a new song. "We've done covers -- we actually last night just played a cover song by an '80s band, Johnny Hates Jazz, a song called 'Shattered Dreams,'" says Cook. "So we try to have fun." "Shattered Dreams" origintally debuted in 1987 and became a one-hit wonder in the U.S. for British band Johnny Hates Jazz. Check out Cook's rocker take and then the original version: Which version do you prefer or do they both offer something worthwhile? Follow Zap2it on Twitter for the latest TV, movie and celebrity news. Related: 'American Idol' winners first-week ...

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'The View' psychic moment on 'American Idol' Adam Lambert's same-sex kiss

Fri, 27 Nov 2009 15:23:02 +0000

When it comes to "American Idol" Adam Lambert 's same-sex kiss at the American Music Awards, the hosts of "The View" are frighteningly prescient. The women of "The View" wondered why the more scandalous parts of Lambert's act were censored while video of a kiss between Madonna and Britney Spears at the 2003 Video Music Awards has been widely circulated on network television. No, they weren't talking about CBS' blurring of the kiss on "The Early Show" during a segment on Lambert. In that case, CBS defended showing an unblurred clip of Madonna kissing Britney Spears by saying that video had been "widely disseminated." (As opposed to, we suppose, the millions of people talking about Lambert's performance.) No, they meant the ABC West Coast feed of the American Music Awards, during which parts of Lambert's performance were censored. Viewers elsewhere in the country saw a live feed of the ceremony, and an uncut version of the performance. The supposedly shocking show generated a meager ...

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Adam Lambert: 'Carried away' on AMAs

Fri, 27 Nov 2009 09:29:00 +0000

"American Idol" runner-up Adam Lambert has admitted he got carried away during his racy American Music Awards performance as furor over his singing and dancing stoked a wider controversy in the U.S. gay community.

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CBS' excuse for blurring 'American Idol' Adam Lambert's kiss pic: Women okay, men not

Thu, 26 Nov 2009 17:42:46 +0000

When it comes to same-sex kisses, it looks like CBS is on board... as long as both parties are women. During an "Early Show" segment on "American Idol" Adam Lambert's same-sex kiss during the American Music Awards, CBS blurred a picture of the kiss. It then showed un-blurred pictures of Madonna kissing Britney Spears . Ironically, Lambert had agreed to appear on "The Early Show" after ABC's "Good Morning America" cancelled a planned performance by Lambert in the wake of the controversy. "We gave this some real thought," a CBS representative explained to Extra . "The Madonna image is very familiar and has appeared countless times including many times on morning television. The Adam Lambert image is a subject of great current controversy, has not been nearly as widely disseminated, and for all we know, may still lead to legal consequences." Considering all the hubbub, we'd be willing to call the Lambert kiss image "widely disseminated." And if you haven't seen the performance yet, ...

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CBS Defends Decision to Blur Adam Lambert Kiss

Thu, 26 Nov 2009 16:14:00 +0000

CBS' The Early Show is standing by its decision to blur the image of Adam Lambert kissing his male keyboard player during the American Idol runner-up's American Music Awards performance. Check out photos of Lambert The Early Show , which added Lambert to its Wednesday lineup of guests after ABC's Good Morning America canceled his scheduled appearance on its show, came under fire for intentionally blurring the image when discussing the controversy that the performance and the kiss created... Read More > Other Links From TVGuide.com Early Show Adam Lambert

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