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Former ‘Idols’ Weigh In On Ellen As New Judge

“American Idol” fans might not know what to expect when Ellen DeGeneres joins the judge’s table in January, but four former contestants tell Access Hollywood they think the talk show host will shine.

Father Of ‘American Idol’s’ David Archuleta Charged Last January In Alleged Prostitute Sting

Jeff Archuleta, the father of “American Idol” Season 7 runner-up David, was charged with alleged patronization of a prostitute back in January, according to court papers acquired by Access Hollywood.

Stand Up To Cancer Recruits New Celebrity Ambassadors, Creates Dream Teams

Kirsten Dunst, David Archuleta, Sally Field, Marcia Cross, Mandy Moore, Dave Annable, Fran Drescher, Dana Delany, Patrick Wilson and Sofia Vassilieva have become the newest celebrity ambassadors for Stand Up To Cancer, the organization announced on Wednesday.

Carrie Underwood Tops 2009’s Top-Paid ‘American Idols’

A number of “American Idol” winners and runner-ups alike have gone on to superstardom since the launch of the FOX show – and according to Forbes, many of them are earning paychecks to match.

Philippines Chases Down 2 ‘American Idols’ To Check For Swine Flu Ahead Of Concert

Even “American Idols” are not exempted from swine flu checks.

Philippine health authorities had to chase down David Cook and David Archuleta, the winner and the runner-up of last season’s TV singing contest, to have them fill out a health checklist and report their temperatures at least twice a day before their open-air concert Saturday.

‘American Idol’ Reveals Shocking Bottom 3 Before Sending Another Contender Home

“American Idol” had its most shocking results show of the season on Wednesday night when frontrunner Adam Lambert and teen-favorite Kris Allen ended up in the bottom three alongside Matt Giraud.

ROLL CALL: Beyonce All Atwitter Over Twitter

Plus, Mariah set to drop a rock cover ballad!

Which former “Idol” contestant is hitting the road with Demi Lovato?

And, find out what Lil’ Kim did to pass the time while behind bars!

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‘American Idol’ Winners Gather Together For First Time In History

For the first time in the history of “American Idol,” all seven winners of the Fox reality show gathered together in the same location, thanks to the opening of Disney’s Hollywood Studios new attraction, “the American Idol Experience.”

Jordin Sparks Set For NBA All-Star Serenade

“American Idol” alum Jordin Sparks is ready for an All-Star serenade.

The Grammy nominee will return to her hometown of Phoenix, Ariz., to perform the National Anthem prior to the start of the 2009 NBA All-Star Game at US Airways Center on Sunday, Feb. 15, the NBA announced on Friday

David Archuleta To Sing National Anthem At NFL Pro Bowl

Jennifer Hudson stole the show at the Super Bowl with her rousing rendition of the National Anthem – and now her fellow “American Idol” alumnus David Archuleta is hoping to follow in her footsteps.

Archuleta will perform the National Anthem at the NFL Pro Bowl in Hawaii on February 8, the singer announced this week on his MySpace blog.

David Archuleta To Hit The Road On First Solo Tour

Calling all “Archie” Angels — the wait is over! “American Idol” runner-up David Archuleta has announced his first solo tour.

Stars Offer Their Talents To Obamas

President-elect Barack Obama has been busy readying his cabinet as he prepares for inauguration next Tuesday – but did he forget to appoint the “First Babysitter?” The Obamas can rest easy, Anne Hathaway has volunteered for the job.