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American Idol

American Idol (also known as American Idol: The Search for a Superstar) is a reality television singing competition created by Simon Fuller and produced by FremantleMedia North America and 19 Entertainment, which began airing on Fox on June 11, 2002. Part of the Idol franchise, it is a spin-off from the UK show Pop Idol. The concept of the series is to find new solo recording artists, and has since become one of the most popular in the history of American television. As of January 2011, it is the most-watched TV series in the Nielsen ratings and is the only program to have been number one for six consecutive seasons, surpassing All in the Family and The Cosby Show, which were both number one for five consecutive seasons.

Headlines Around the Web

Winner of Wal-Mart's contest is...

May 03, 2012 - CNN Money

Goldman, Macquarie Sell ‘American Idol’ Loan at Highest Discount

Feb 16, 2012 - Business Week

‘American Idol’ Draws 17% Fewer Viewers in Season Premiere

Jan 20, 2012 - Business Week

MarketWatch First Take: Ryan Seacrest joins Mark Cuban

Jan 20, 2012 - MarketWatch

Simon Fuller Sues Fox Broadcasting to Get ‘X-Factor’ Fees

Jul 21, 2011 - Business Week

Fuller sues Fox over X Factor credit

Jul 21, 2011 - Financial Times

Black’s Apollo Agrees to Buy ‘Idol’s’ CKX for $5.50 a Share

May 11, 2011 - Business Week

Gores Group Said to Make Unsolicited Bid for ‘Idol’s’ CKX

Apr 02, 2011 - Business Week

Gores Group Said to Make Unsolicited Bid for CKX

Apr 02, 2011 - Business Week

Media Report: ‘American Idol’ is back, but vulnerable

Jan 20, 2011 - MarketWatch

Media Report: ‘American Idol’ is about to rattle your TV habits

Dec 20, 2010 - MarketWatch

Fox Shifts ‘Idol’ to Wednesdays, Thursdays in January

Nov 20, 2010 - Business Week

J-Lo, Aerosmith rocker join American Idol judges

Sep 24, 2010 - France24

Lopez, Aerosmith rocker join American Idol judges

Sep 23, 2010 - France24

Jennifer Lopez, Aerosmith rocker join American Idol judges

Sep 23, 2010 - France24

‘Idol’ Said to Name J-Lo, Tyler as Judges Next Week

Sep 17, 2010 - Business Week

Kara DioGuardi Steps Down From Fox’s ‘American Idol’

Sep 04, 2010 - Business Week

'American Idol' strikes deal with Universal Music

Aug 04, 2010 - Financial Times

Articles About American Idol

American Idol 2013 Final Show
IN PHOTOS! Top Moments on American Idol 2013 Final Show [SLIDESHOW]

By IBTimes AU

Kree Harrison has been defeated by Candice Glover as Season 12 ‘Idol’ Winner, when America decided that the girl from South Carolina, with strong vocals and more command on stage should be crowned the elusive title of “American Idol. (May 17)

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American Idol 2013 Finale
American Idol 2013 Winner: Candice Glover Proves “She’s Got it All" Defeating Kree Harrison on Season 12 [PHOTOS]

By IBTimes AU

Candice Glover showed America and the whole world that she’s “got it all” and that the South Carolina, Season 12 winner has what it takes to be America’s next Idol as she defeated Kree Harrison in the most interesting, if not shocking final results ... (May 17)

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American Idol 2013 Winner: Candice Glover!
American Idol 2013 Winner is Candice Glover; Third (Audition) Time's a Charm? [PHOTOS]

By IBTimes AU

American Idol 2013 winner Candice Glover was in tears after her name was called as the Idol Season 12 champion. Kree Harrison is the runner-up, even as many viewers predicted she would grab the win this year. (May 17)

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American Idol 2013 Winner: Candice Glover!
American Idol 2013 Winner: Candice Glover Wins! When and Where is 'Idol' Finale and How to Catch Up Watching Online [PHOTOS]

By IBTimes AU

Candice Glover has just been named American Idol 2013 winner! How to catch up on American Idol 2013 Finale? Yes American Idol is happening right now and if you have just turned your door keys and just got home from a hard day’s work or just woke up ... (May 17)

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Lazaro Arbos
American Idol 2013: A Collection of Instagram Photos of Stars on 'Idol' Red Carpet Finale [SLIDESHOW]

By IBTimes AU

Look who just hit the red carpet? After he had reportedly burnt bridges with American Idol and everything and everyone on the show but the controversial Top 6 Finalist has come and hit the red carpet in style. (May 17)

Battle of the Disney Stars
Battle of the Disney Stars: Miley Cyrus VS Selena Gomez VS Demi Lovato [PHOTOS]

By IBTimes AU

With their popularity on the rise, it’s not surprising fans would feud who’d be the best between former Disney stars, Miley Cyrus, Demi Lovato and Selena Gomez. Each star has risen above the ranks but certainly only one can prevail among the three. (May 17)

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American Idol 2013 Winner: Candice Glover or Kree Harrison?
American Idol 2013 Winner: Candice Glover or Kree Harrison? Results Night Recap (Live Updates)

By IBTimes AU

American Idol 2013 ends Thursday night on Fox with the announcement of this year's winner. Is Candice Glover the winner of Idol 12? Or did the voters think her take on "I (Who Have Nothing)" is simply not enough? Is Kree Harrison the m... (May 17)

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Angie Miller
American Idol 2013 Final Battle Spoiler! Angie Miller Will Not Perform 'You Set Me Free' on ‘Idol’s Finale, Find Out Why [PHOTOS/VIDEO]

By IBTimes AU

“Good news and bad news…” or is it? Angie Miller is no longer taking the stage to perform her original song, "You Set Me Free," on American Idol Finale, leaving only the Top 2 Finalists, Candice Glover and Kree Harrison to shine on what co... (May 17)

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Model Cara Delevingne poses on the red carpet as she arrives for the screening of the film 'The Great Gatsby' and for the opening ceremony of the 66th Cannes Film Festival in Cannes May 15, 2013.
Cannes Film Festival 2013: Is Cara Delevingne Leonardo DiCaprio's Hot Date at 66th Cannes? [PHOTOS]

By IBTimes AU

Looking a bit tired, Cara Delevingne was snapped by an army of photographers as she arrived at the Nice Airport, reportedly, for the 66th Cannes Film Festival and as Hollywood hunk, Leonardo DiCaprio’s hot date for the high-profile event for film. (May 16)

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Robert Pattinson and Kristen Stewart
Cannes Film Festival 2013: Top Reasons Why Robert Pattinson, Kristen Stewart Will Not Go to France [PHOTOS]

By IBTimes AU

Contrary to earlier reports, Twilight lovers, Robert Pattinson and Kristen Stewart are not going to the 66th Cannes Film Festival. And the recent photos of the lovers snapped separately could tell that indeed they are ditching the most high-profile e... (May 16)

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