American Idol - Episode Guide

The most anticipated show in television returns for its fourth season with an all-new season, new contestants and the best and worst of auditions. Catch Part 2 of the season premiere of AMERICAN IDOL, as the judges continue their quest for the next future superstar.

It's Fat Tuesday IDOL-style as AMERICAN IDOL travels to New Orleans, where the judges continue their quest for the next singing superstar.

AMERICAN IDOL travels to Las Vegas to see what musical talent Sin City has to offer. Catch another night of auditions as the judges continue their quest for the next singing superstar.

AMERICAN IDOL travels to San Francisco and Orlando to see what talents the Bay Area and O-town have to offer. Catch another night of auditions as the judges continue their quest for the next future superstar.

AMERICAN IDOL hopefuls go to Hollywood for the next round of auditions in front of the judges. Here they must prove they have what it takes to perform for America.

AMERICAN IDOL travels to Hollywood with nearly 200 contestants from the seven audition cities, each contestant hoping to be one of the 24 chosen to continue on the show. As the judges begin to whittle down the competition, the auditions heat up on AMERICAN IDOL.

The AMERICAN IDOL Hollywood auditions continue as the contestants face the toughest audition of their careers. Each contestant hopes to be the next AMERICAN IDOL; however, more go home tonight! The judges continue to narrow the hopefuls down to the top singers, one of whom will be the next AMERICAN IDOL.

Contestants chosen from around the nation have been whittled down as contestants continue to vie for a spot in the Top 24. Watch as contestants endure the grueling schedule, rehearsals and the judges criticism. Who will survive and who will go home?

Contestants chosen from around the nation have endured the pressure and grueling schedule of Hollywood and tonight you will find out who the judges have chosen. They have faced the judges day after day in hopes of securing one of the 24 spots. Tonight, the 12 male and 12 female finalists chosen to compete in the Top 24 will be revealed.

The 24 finalists chosen last week continue their quest for the AMERICAN IDOL crown as the Top 12 boys perform live for America for the first time. After the show, the audience will vote for their favorites. Who will survive and who will go home?

The 24 finalists chosen last week continue their quest for the AMERICAN IDOL crown as the Top 12 girls perform live for the first time. The choice is up to America as they vote for their favorites. Who will survive and who will go home?

Ten singers compete in hopes of winning over America, then the viewing audience will vote for their favorites. Who will survive and who will go home?

The remaining 10 contestants will perform LIVE for America in hopes of winning over the viewers. The choice is up to America as they vote for their favorites after the show. Who will survive and who will go home?

Eight singers compete in hopes of winning over America, then the viewing audience will vote for their favorites. Who will survive and who will go home?

The remaining eight contestants will perform LIVE in hopes of winning over America. The choice is up to the viewers as they vote for their favorites after the show. Who will survive and who will go home?

Tonight on AMERICAN IDOL the Top 12 finalists will perform LIVE for the nation, vying for the AMERICAN IDOL crown. In this special two-hour show, contestants will sing their hearts out in hopes of winning America's vote and surviving another week in the competition.

Last night, AMERICAN IDOL's Top 12 sang their hearts out in hopes of winning America over. Find out tonight LIVE who will survive and who will be sent home. The lowest vote-getter will be the first contestant from the Top 12 eliminated from this season's race for the AMERICAN IDOL title.

Tonight on AMERICAN IDOL, the Top 11 finalists will perform LIVE for the nation, vying for the AMERICAN IDOL crown. The contestants will sing their hearts out in hopes of winning America's vote and surviving another week in the competition.

Last night, America had a second chance to vote for their favorites as the Tuesday performances by AMERICAN IDOL's Top 11 were repeated within a special live episode. Find out tonight LIVE who will survive and who will be sent home. The contestant who received the fewest votes, based on Wednesday night's voting, will be eliminated from the race for the AMERICAN IDOL title.

Tonight on AMERICAN IDOL, the Top 10 finalists will perform LIVE for the nation, vying for the AMERICAN IDOL crown. The contestants will sing their hearts out in hopes of winning America's vote and surviving another week in the competition.

Last night, AMERICAN IDOL's Top 10 sang their hearts out in hopes of winning America over. Find out tonight LIVE who will survive and who will be sent home. The contestant who received the fewest votes will be eliminated from the race for the AMERICAN IDOL title.

Tonight the Top 9 finalists will perform LIVE for the nation, vying for the AMERICAN IDOL crown. The contestants will perform their hearts out in hopes of winning America's vote and surviving another week in the competition. See who impresses the judges and who buckles under the pressure.

Last night, AMERICAN IDOL's Top 9 sang their hearts out in hopes of winning America over. Find out tonight LIVE who will survive and who will be sent home. The contestant who received the fewest votes will be eliminated from the competition.

Tonight the Top 8 finalists will perform LIVE for the nation, vying for the AMERICAN IDOL crown. The contestants will sing their hearts out in hopes of winning America's vote and surviving another week in the competition.

Last night, AMERICAN IDOL's Top 8 sang their hearts out, in hopes of winning America over. Find out tonight LIVE who will survive and who will be sent home. The contestant who received the fewest votes will be eliminated from the race for the AMERICAN IDOL crown.

Tonight the Top 7 finalists will perform LIVE for the nation, vying for the AMERICAN IDOL crown. The contestants will sing their hearts out in hopes of winning America's vote and surviving another week in the competition.

Last night, AMERICAN IDOL's Top 7 sang their hearts out in hopes of winning America over. Find out tonight LIVE who will survive and who will be sent home. The contestant who received the fewest votes will be eliminated from the race for the AMERICAN IDOL title.

Tonight the Top 6 finalists will perform LIVE for the nation, vying for the AMERICAN IDOL crown. The contestants will sing their hearts out in hopes of winning America's vote and surviving another week in the competition.

Last night, AMERICAN IDOL's Top 6 sang their hearts out in hopes of winning America over. Find out tonight LIVE who will survive and who will be sent home. The contestant who received the fewest votes will be eliminated from the race for the AMERICAN IDOL crown.

The Top 5 finalists will perform LIVE for the nation, vying for the AMERICAN IDOL crown. The contestants will sing their hearts out in hopes of winning America's vote and surviving another week in the competition.

Last night, the Top 5 finalists sang their hearts out in hopes of winning America over. Find out tonight LIVE who will survive and who will be sent home. The contestant who received the fewest votes will be eliminated from the race for the coveted crown.

The Final 4 finalists will perform LIVE for the nation, vying for the AMERICAN IDOL crown. The contestants will sing their hearts out in hopes of winning America's vote and surviving another week in the competition.

Last night, the Final 4 sang their hearts out in hopes of winning America over. Find out tonight LIVE who will survive and who will be sent home. The contestant who received the fewest votes will be eliminated from the race for the coveted crown.

The Final 3 will perform LIVE for the nation, vying for the AMERICAN IDOL crown. The contestants will sing their hearts out in hopes of winning America's vote and surviving another week in the competition.

Last night, the AMERICAN IDOL Final 3 sang their hearts out in hopes of winning America over. Find out tonight LIVE who survives and who is sent home. The contestant who received the fewest votes will be eliminated from the race for the coveted crown.

In the last performance show of the season, the remaining two contestants battle it out LIVE before a studio audience at the famed Kodak Theatre in Hollywood. One of them will be the next American Idol and one will go home. The Final 2 sing their hearts out in quest of the AMERICAN IDOL crown.

The most anticipated night of the season is here - two finalists, one AMERICAN IDOL. The Top 12 reunite on stage one last time before the newest AMERICAN IDOL is crowned.

The most-watched show on television returns for its fifth season with all-new contestants and the best and worst of auditions around the country. AMERICAN IDOL begins its search for the next singing superstar in Chicago, IL.

The quest for the next American Idol continues on Part 2 of the fifth-season premiere. Some auditions impress the judges and others make a different kind of impression.

AMERICAN IDOL continues its search for the next singing superstar in Greensboro, NC, with an all-new episode of the best and worst of auditions.

Tune in as the judges continue their quest for the next American Idol.

AMERICAN IDOL continues its search for the next singing superstar with an all-new episode of the best and worst of auditions.

The quest for the next singing superstar continues as AMERICAN IDOL travels to Las Vegas for a final night of the auditions everyone will be talking about the next day. The judges send another lucky few on to Hollywood.

Contestants chosen from around the nation arrive in Hollywood for their big chance at the American Idol crown. Faced with a grueling schedule, pressure-packed rehearsals and the judges' criticism, some will survive and more will go home.

Contestants chosen from around the nation endure a grueling rehearsal schedule and pressure-packed auditions as they vie for a coveted spot in the Top 24. Who will survive and who will go home?

Contestants chosen from around the nation have endured the grueling schedule and high-pressure auditions of the Hollywood Round, hoping to impress the judges and secure one of the 24 semifinalist spots. Tonight the judges make their final cuts to determine the Top 24. The Top 12 males and Top 12 females will be revealed on the Green Mile episode of AMERICAN IDOL.

Of the 24 semifinalists chosen last week, the Top 12 girls will perform for America for the first time. Then it's up to the viewers to vote for their favorites. Who will survive and who will go home?

Of the 24 semifinalists chosen last week, the Top 12 boys will perform for America for the first time. Then it's up to the viewers to vote for their favorites. Who will survive and who will go home?

The 24 semifinalists performed for America this week, and the viewers have determined their fate. Tonight, four contestants - two males and two females - will go home, leaving 20 finalists vying for the American Idol crown. Will your favorites return?

Having survived last week's competition, the Top 10 girls perform again for America. After the show, the viewers will vote for their favorites. Who will keep singing, and who will go home?

The Top 10 boys perform for America, hoping to win enough votes to stay in the competition. Who will be back to sing next week? America will decide after this special 90-minute episode of AMERICAN IDOL.

The remaining eight girls will perform again for America. After the show, the viewers will vote for their favorites. Who will sing again, and who will go home?

The remaining 8 boys sing tonight for America. After the show, the viewers will vote for their favorites. Who will be back next week and who will go home?

Tonight the Top 12 finalists perform LIVE for the nation, vying for the American Idol crown. In this special two-hour show, contestants will sing their hearts out in hopes of winning America's vote and surviving another week in the competiton. Tune in to see who impresses the judges and who buckles under the pressure.

Tonight the remaining 11 finalists perform LIVE for the nation, vying for the American Idol crown. The contestants will sing their hearts out in hopes of winning America's votes and surviving another week in the competition. See who impresses the judges and who buckles under the pressure.

Tonight the Top 10 finalists will perform LIVE for the nation, vying for the American Idol crown. The contestants will sing their hearts out in hopes of winning America's vote and surviving another week in the competition.

Last night, the Top 10 Finalists sang their hearts out in hopes of winning America over. Find out tonight LIVE who will sing again next week and who will go home. The contestant receiving the fewest votes will be eliminated from the competition on the AMERICAN IDOL Results Show.

Tonight the Top 9 finalists will perform LIVE for the nation, vying for the American Idol crown. The contestants will sing their hearts out in hopes of winning America's vote and surviving another week in the competition.

Last night, the Top 9 finalists sang their hearts out in hopes of winning America over. Find out tonight LIVE who will sing again next week and who will go home. The contestant receiving the fewest votes will be eliminated from the competition on the AMERICAN IDOL Results Show.

Tonight on AMERICAN IDOL the Top 8 finalists will perform LIVE for the nation, vying for the American Idol crown. The contestants will perform their hearts out in hopes of winning America's vote and surviving another week. Tune in to see who impresses the judges and who buckles under the pressure on the AMERICAN IDOL performance show.

Last night, the Top 8 finalists sang their hearts out in hopes of winning America over. Find out tonight LIVE who will sing again next week and who will go home. The contestant receiving the fewest votes will be eliminated from the competition on a special one-hour AMERICAN IDOL.

Tonight the Top 7 finalists will perform LIVE for the nation, vying for the American Idol crown. The contestants will perform their hearts out in hopes of winning America's vote and surviving another week. Tune in to see who impresses the judges and who buckles under the pressure on the AMERICAN IDOL performance show.

Last night, the Top 7 finalists sang their hearts out in hopes of winning America over. Find out tonight LIVE who will sing again next week and who will go home. The contestant receiving the fewest votes will be eliminated from the competition on the AMERICAN IDOL results show.

Tonight the Top 6 finalists will perform LIVE for the nation, vying for the AMERICAN IDOL crown. The contestants will sing their hearts out in hopes of winning America's vote and surviving another week.

Last night, the Top 6 finalists sang their hearts out in hopes of winning America over. Find out tonight LIVE who will sing again next week and who will go home. The contestant receiving the fewest votes will be eliminated from the competition on the AMERICAN IDOL results show.

Tonight the Top 5 finalists will perform LIVE for the nation, vying for the AMERICAN IDOL crown. The contestants will sing their hearts out in hopes of winning America's vote and surviving another week in the competition.

Last night, the Top 6 finalists sang their hearts out in hopes of winning America over. Find out tonight LIVE who will be in the Final 4 and who will go home. The contestant receiving the fewest votes will be eliminated from the competition on the AMERICAN IDOL results show.

Tonight the Top 4 finalists will perform LIVE for the nation, vying for the American Idol crown. The contestants will sing their hearts out in hopes of winning America's vote and surviving another week in the competition.

TV's hottest show gets even hotter. Last night, the Top 4 finalists sang their hearts out in hopes of winning America over. Find out tonight LIVE who will be in the Final 3 and who will go home. The contestant receiving the fewest votes will be eliminated from the competition on the AMERICAN IDOL results show.

Tonight the Top 3 finalists will perform LIVE for the nation, vying for the American Idol crown. The contestants will sing their hearts out in hopes of winning America's vote and the coveted opportunity to compete in next week's season finale.

TV's hottest show revs up to a crescendo! Last night, the Top 3 finalists sang their hearts out in hopes of winning America over. Find out tonight LIVE which two finalists will compete in next week's exciting season finale. The contestant receiving the fewest votes will be eliminated from the competition.

The most anticipated night of the television season is here! Two finalists, one American Idol - find out tonight who America has chosen. The Top 12 reunite on the Kodak Theatre stage one last time before the newest American Idol is crowned.

The most anticipated night of the television season is here! Two finalists, one American Idol - find out tonight who America has chosen. The Top 12 reunite on the Kodak Theatre stage one last time before the newest American Idol is crowned.

The No. 1 show on television returns with an all-new season, new contestants and the best and worst of auditions. For Season Six, AMERICAN IDOL traveled to Los Angeles, San Antonio, Birmingham, Memphis, New York City, Minneapolis and Seattle in search of the next American Idol.

The hottest show on television returns for its highly anticipated sixth season with new contestants and the best and worst of auditions. In tonight's conclusion of the 2-night, 4-hour season premiere, the AMERICAN IDOL judges continue their quest for the next singing superstar.

AMERICAN IDOL continues its search for the next singing superstar with an all-new hour featuring the best and worst of auditions.

AMERICAN IDOL goes to the Big Apple! Don't miss this special two-hour episode featuring auditions from New York City as AMERICAN IDOL continues with Auditions #4: New York City.

AMERICAN IDOL goes for some Southern hospitality!

AMERICAN IDOL travels to Los Angeles, where some IDOL hopefuls will get a golden ticket to nearby Hollywood and others will get disappointing news. Catch this night of unforgettable auditions as the judges continue their quest to find the next singing superstar.

AMERICAN IDOL goes deep in the heart of Texas!

Tonight, AMERICAN IDOL presents the Rest of the Best - the final audition show before the contestants go to Hollywood.

Contestants chosen from around the nation endure a grueling rehearsal schedule and pressure-packed auditions as they vie for a coveted spot among the Top 24. Who will survive and who will go home?

Contestants chosen from around the nation have endured the grueling schedule and high-pressure auditions of the Hollywood Round, hoping to impress the judges and secure one of the 24 semifinalist spots. Tonight the judges make their final cuts to determine the Top 24.

Of the 24 semifinalists chosen last week, the Top 12 boys will perform for America for the first time. Then it's up to the viewers to vote for their favorites. Who will survive and who will go home?

Of the 24 semifinalists chosen last week, the Top 12 girls will perform for America for the first time. Then it's up to the viewers to vote for their favorites. Who will survive and who will go home?

The 24 semifinalists performed for America this week, and the viewers have determined their fate. Tonight, four contestants - two males and two females - will go home, leaving 20 finalists vying for the American Idol crown.

Having survived last week's competition, the Top 10 boys perform again for America. After the show, the viewers will vote for their favorites.

The Top 10 girls perform for America, hoping to win enough votes to stay in the competition. Who will be back to sing next week?

The 20 remaining semifinalists performed this week and the viewers voted for their favorites. Tonight, the four contestants - two males and two females - who received the fewest votes will go home, leaving 16 semifinalists to vie for the American Idol crown.

The remaining eight boys will perform for America and the viewers will vote for their favorites after the show. Who will sing again, and who will go home?

AMERICAN IDOL marks its 200th episode milestone tonight as the remaining eight girls sing for America. After the show, the viewers will vote for their favorites. Who will be back next week and who will go home?

In the most dramatic results show of the season thus far, four more semifinalists - two boys and two girls - will go home, leaving the Top 12 finalists to vie for the American Idol crown.

Tonight the Top 12 finalists perform LIVE for the nation, vying for the American Idol crown. In this special two-hour show, the contestants will sing their hearts out in hopes of winning America's vote and surviving another week in the competition.

Last night, AMERICAN IDOL's Top 12 sang their hearts out in hopes of winning America over. Tonight, the finalist who received the fewest votes will be eliminated from the race for the American Idol crown LIVE on the AMERICAN IDOL Results Show.+

Tonight the remaining 11 finalists perform LIVE for the nation, vying for the American Idol crown. The contestants will sing their hearts out in hopes of winning America's votes and surviving another week in the competition.

Last night, the Top 11 finalists sang their hearts out in hopes of winning America over. Find out tonight LIVE who will return to sing next week.

Tonight the Top 10 finalists will perform LIVE for the nation, vying for the American Idol crown. The contestants will sing their hearts out in hopes of winning America's vote and surviving another week in the competition.

Last night, the Top 10 Finalists sang their hearts out in hopes of winning America over. Find out tonight LIVE who will go home and who will be among the Top 9 and sing again next week.

Tonight the Top 9 finalists will perform LIVE for the nation after being coached by legendary vocalist Tony Bennett.

Last night, after coaching by legendary singer Tony Bennett, the Top 9 finalists sang their hearts out in hopes of winning America's votes. Tune in tonight to enjoy a special LIVE performance by Bennett. The contestant receiving the fewest votes will be eliminated from the competition on the AMERICAN IDOL results show.

Tonight on AMERICAN IDOL the Top 8 finalists will perform LIVE for the nation, vying for the American Idol crown. Platinum-selling vocalist Jennifer Lopez coaches the contestants before they perform on stage in hopes of winning America's vote and surviving another week.

Last night, the Top 8 finalists sang their hearts out in hopes of winning America over.

Tonight the Top 7 finalists will perform LIVE for the nation, vying for the American Idol crown. Top female country artist Martina McBride mentors the contestants before they perform on stage in hopes of winning America's vote and surviving another week.

Last night, after being mentored by award-winning country artist Martina McBride, the Top 7 finalists sang their hearts out in hopes of winning America over. Find out tonight who will sing again next week and who will go home, and enjoy a live performance by McBride on this special one-hour AMERICAN IDOL Results Show.

Tonight AMERICAN IDOL partners with Charity Projects Entertainment Fund to raise awareness and money for young people living in extreme poverty in America and Africa. The Top 6 finalists will perform for the nation, singing songs related to compassion and hope during a "Life Anthems"-themed episode. On this special night, viewers can help change the lives of the truly needy as AMERICAN IDOL sponsors Coca-Cola and AT&T, along with additional partners, will donate money for every vote cast.

Tonight the Top 5 finalists will perform rock songs LIVE for the nation, vying for the AMERICAN IDOL crown. Legendary rock band Bon Jovi mentors the contestants before they sing their hearts out in hopes of winning America's vote and surviving another week in the competition.

Last night, the Top 5 finalists sang their hearts out in hopes of winning America over.

Tonight the Top 4 finalists will perform LIVE for the nation, vying for the American Idol crown. The contestants sing their hearts out in hopes of winning America's vote and surviving another week in the competition.

Last night, the Top 4 finalists sang their hearts out in hopes of winning America over.

Tonight the Top 3 finalists will perform LIVE for the nation, vying for the American Idol crown. The contestants will sing their hearts out in hopes of winning America's vote and the coveted opportunity to compete in next week's season finale.

TV's hottest show revs up to a crescendo! Last night, the Top 3 finalists sang their hearts out in hopes of winning America over. Find out tonight LIVE which two finalists will compete in next week's exciting season finale. The contestant receiving the fewest votes will be eliminated from the competition on the AMERICAN IDOL results show.

On tonight's exciting performance show, the last of the season, the final two contestants will battle it out LIVE at the famed Kodak Theatre in Hollywood. One will be the next American Idol and one will go home. The Final 2 face the music on Part 1 of the season finale.

The most anticipated night of the television season is here! Two finalists, one American Idol - find out tonight who America has chosen. The Top 12 reunite on the Kodak Theatre stage one last time before the newest American Idol is crowned.

The No. 1 show on television returns for an all-new season with new contestants, new dreams and, of course, the best and worst auditions. For Season Seven, AMERICAN IDOL travels to San Diego, Dallas, Omaha, Charleston, Miami, Atlanta and Philadelphia in search of the next American Idol.

The seventh season continues as more contestants take the spotlight with hopes of going to Hollywood. In tonight's conclusion of the 2-night, 4-hour season premiere, the AMERICAN IDOL judges continue their search for the next singing sensation. For more of the auditions that everyone will be talking about the next day.

AMERICAN IDOL continues its search for the next singing superstar with an all-new hour featuring the best and worst of auditions from San Diego, CA.

AMERICAN IDOL continues its search for the next singing superstar with an all-new hour featuring the best and worst of auditions from Charleston, SC.

AMERICAN IDOL continues their quest to find the next singing superstar. Watch as thousands of hopefuls go before the judges in hopes of making it to Hollywood.

AMERICAN IDOL continues their quest to find the next singing superstar. Watch as thousands of hopefuls go before the judges in hopes of making it to Hollywood.

AMERICAN IDOL judges make one last stop in Atlanta hoping to find the next singing sensation. Watch as thousands of hopefuls try to make their dreams come true.

The most anticipated show in television returns for its eighth season with new contestants, a new judge and the best and worst of auditions. Don't miss the episode everyone will be talking about the next day as AMERICAN IDOL premieres with the first part of the 2-night, 4-hour season premiere.

The auditions continue on the 2-night, 4-hour season premiere of AMERICAN IDOL, and the judges continue their quest to find the next singing superstar.

The auditions continue on AMERICAN IDOL as the judges continue their quest to find the next singing superstar.

The auditions continue on AMERICAN IDOL as the judges continue their quest to find the next singing superstar.

The auditions continue on AMERICAN IDOL as the judges continue their quest to find the next singing superstar.

Contestants chosen from around the nation endure a grueling rehearsal schedule and pressure-packed auditions as they vie for a coveted spot among the Top 36. Who will survive and who will go home?

Contestants continue to go before the judges with hopes of getting a coveted spot among the Top 36. See who has what it takes and who is sent home.

The pressure builds and tensions run high as contestants continue to vie for a coveted spot in the Top 36.

Contestants from around the country have performed tirelessly, faced the judges and endured the grueling competition during the Hollywood Round. Tonight the judges decide which hopefuls make the final cut and earn coveted spots in the Top 36.

Last week, the Top 36 semi-finalists were revealed to the nation and were separated into three groups of 12. Tonight's episode features performances by the first 12 contestants, and America will vote on their favorites.

On tonight's live results show, the 12 semi-finalists who performed Tuesday night will return to the stage to find out their fate. America's votes will be revealed and three finalists (highest male vote-getter, highest female vote-getter and next highest vote-getter) will move on in the competition, while nine semi-finalists will go home.

On tonight's live results show, the 12 semi-finalists who performed Tuesday night will return to the stage to find out their fate. America's votes will be revealed and three finalists (highest male vote-getter, highest female vote-getter and next highest vote-getter) will move on in the competition, while nine semi-finalists will go home.

This special "Wild Card" episode will feature the judges' favorite remaining contestants battling it out live for a coveted spot in the next phase of the competition.

The Top 13 finalists take the AMERICAN IDOL stage to perform LIVE for the nation. The finalists will sing their hearts out in hopes of winning America's vote and surviving another week in the competition.

The Top 13 finalists find out who is safe and who will be sent home. Tune in to see Kelly Clarkson perform her smash single "My Life Would Suck Without You" and watch Kanye West entertain the audience with his hit "Heartless".

The Top 11 finalists take the AMERICAN IDOL stage for the first time to perform LIVE for the nation. The finalists will sing their hearts out in hopes of winning America's vote and surviving another week in the competition. Tune in to see who impresses the judges and who buckles under the pressure when "11 Finalists Compete".

The Top 11 contestants find out who is safe and who will be sent home during the "1 of 11 Voted Off" results show.

The AMERICAN IDOL finalists take the stage to perform LIVE for the nation. The contestants will sing their hearts out in hopes of winning America's vote and surviving another week in the competition.

The contestants find out who is safe and who will be sent home on the AMERICAN IDOL

The AMERICAN IDOL finalists take the stage to perform LIVE for the nation. The contestants will sing their hearts out in hopes of winning America's vote and surviving another week in the competition.

The contestants find out who is safe and who will be sent home on the AMERICAN IDOL Results Show.

The AMERICAN IDOL finalists take the stage to perform LIVE for the nation. The contestants will sing their hearts out in hopes of winning America's vote and surviving another week in the competition.

The finalists find out who received the lowest number of votes.

The AMERICAN IDOL finalists take the stage to perform LIVE for the nation. The contestants will sing their hearts out in hopes of winning America's vote and surviving another week in the competition.

The finalists find out who is safe and who could be sent home.

The Top 7 find out who is safe and which two finalists will go home.

The AMERICAN IDOL finalists take the stage to perform LIVE for the nation. The contestants will sing their hearts out in hopes of winning America's vote and surviving another week in the competition.

The finalists find out who is safe and who will be sent home.

The AMERICAN IDOL finalists take the stage to perform LIVE for the nation. The contestants will sing their hearts out in hopes of winning America's vote and surviving another week in the competition.

The finalists find out who is safe and who will be sent home.

The AMERICAN IDOL Top 3 take the stage to perform LIVE for the nation. The contestants will sing their hearts out in hopes of winning America's vote and surviving another week in the competition. L).

The finalists find out who is safe and who will be sent home.

On tonight's exciting performance show, the last of the season, the two finalists battle it out LIVE to be crowned the next American Idol. The Top 2 face the music at the NOKIA Theatre L.A. LIVE on the first part of the AMERICAN IDOL season finale.

The most anticipated night of the television season is here! The competition is down to two finalists, but there can be only one winner. Find out tonight who America has chosen! The Top 13 reunite on stage at the NOKIA Theatre LA LIVE one last time before the newest American Idol is crowned.

The most-anticipated show in television returns for its ninth season with all-new contestants, a new judge and the best and worst of auditions. Hosted by Ryan Seacrest, television's No. 1 series promises to deliver the most unforgettable season yet as Ellen DeGeneres joins the judging panel to sit alongside Simon Cowell, Randy Jackson and Kara DioGuardi. This season, AMERICAN IDOL travels across the country to Atlanta, Boston, Chicago, Dallas, Denver, Los Angeles and Orlando, where the good, the bad and the outrageous audition for their shot at stardom.

The auditions continue from Atlanta on the second part of two-night season premiere of AMERICAN IDOL as the judges continue their quest to find the next singing superstar.

The judges continue their quest to find the next singing superstar in the "Windy City."

The judges continue their quest to find the next singing superstar in the Sunshine State.

The judges continue their quest to find the next singing superstar in the Golden State with guest judges Avril Lavigne and Katy Perry.

The judges continue their quest to find the next singing superstar in the Lone Star State with guest judges Neil Patrick Harris and Joe Jonas.

The judges continue their quest to find the next singing superstar in the "Mile High City" with returning guest judge Victoria Beckham.

It is the last evening of the Season Nine auditions. Join Simon, Kara and Randy as they continue their quest to find the next singing superstar.

The judges make their final cuts tonight, and this season's semifinalists - 12 boys and 12 girls - are revealed.

The Top 12 female semifinalists take the AMERICAN IDOL stage for the first time to perform LIVE for the judges and for the nation. On this season's first night of voting, the contestants will sing their hearts out in hopes of winning America's vote and surviving another week in the competition.

The Top 12 male semifinalists sing their hearts out LIVE for America and the AMERICAN IDOL judges. After the performances, it is up to America to vote.

During the first LIVE results show of the season, four semifinalists - two girls and two boys - will be eliminated from the competition and sent home. Tune in to see if your favorites made the cut when the first four contestants are sent home after America's vote is revealed.

The 10 female semifinalists perform LIVE for America's vote. Tune in to see who sizzles and who fizzles in the "Top 10 Girls Compete" episode of AMERICAN IDOL.

The 10 male semifinalists perform LIVE for America's vote.

Four more semifinalists - two girls and two boys - will be eliminated from the competition and sent home tonight after America's vote is revealed.

The eight female semifinalists perform LIVE for America and the AMERICAN IDOL judges. After the performances, it is once again up to America to vote.

The eight male semifinalists perform LIVE for America and the AMERICAN IDOL judges. After the performances, it is once again up to America to vote.

The Top 12 finalists - six boys and six girls - take the stage to perform LIVE for the nation! After the performances, it is once again up to America to vote.

The Top 11 finalists take the stage to perform LIVE for the nation! After the performances, it is once again up to America to vote.

The Top 10 finalists take the stage to perform LIVE for the nation! After the performances, it is once again up to America to vote.

The nine remaining finalists take the stage to perform LIVE for the nation! After the performances, it is once again up to America to vote.

The nine remaining finalists find out who is safe and who will be sent home during the "2 of 9 Voted Off" episode of AMERICAN IDOL.

The seven remaining finalists take the stage to perform LIVE for the nation! After the performances, it is once again up to America to vote.

The Top 6 Finalists perform as they continue on their journey to try and become the next AMERICAN IDOL!

Last night, AMERICAN IDOL's Top 6 Finalists performed their hardest in hopes of advancing to get one step closer to becoming the next AMERICAN IDOL.

The five remaining finalists take the stage to perform LIVE for the nation! After the performances, it is once again up to America to vote.

The four remaining finalists take the stage to perform LIVE for the nation! After the performances, it is once again up to America to vote.

The three remaining finalists take the stage to perform LIVE for the nation! After the performances, it is once again up to America to vote.

The final two contestants take the stage to battle it out on the last performance show of the season at the NOKIA Theatre L.A. LIVE in Los Angeles. One will be the next American Idol, and one will be sent home.

The auditions continue on the second part of two-night season premiere of AMERICAN IDOL as the judges continue their quest to find the next singing superstar.

The auditions continue on the new season of AMERICAN IDOL as the judges continue their quest to find the next singing superstar.

The auditions continue on the new season of AMERICAN IDOL as the judges continue their quest to find the next singing superstar.

The auditions continue on the new season of AMERICAN IDOL as the judges continue their quest to find the next singing superstar.

The auditions continue on the new season of AMERICAN IDOL as the judges continue their quest to find the next singing superstar.

The auditions continue on the new season of AMERICAN IDOL as the judges continue their quest to find the next singing superstar.

The auditions continue on the new season of AMERICAN IDOL as the judges continue their quest to find the next singing superstar.

The Hollywood Round continues as Randy Jackson, Jennifer Lopez and Steven Tyler continue to narrow down the contestants even further.

The auditions conclude when judges Randy Jackson, Jennifer Lopez and Steven Tyler reveal - in an exciting new twist - 20 semifinalists: 10 guys and 10 girls.

The Top 10 male semifinalists take the AMERICAN IDOL stage for the first time to perform for the judges and for the nation. On this season's first night of voting, America votes to pick the Top 5 Guys.

The Top 10 female semifinalists sing their hearts out for America and the AMERICAN IDOL judges. After the performances, America votes to pick the Top 5 Girls.

It's the moment you've been waiting for: This season's finalists are announced tonight!

The AMERICAN IDOL finalists perform LIVE for the first time hoping to impress the judges and the nation. After the performances, it is up to America to vote.

It's that time of the week where one finalist will be eliminated from the competition.

The Top 6 finalists perform LIVE hoping to impress the judges and the nation. After the performances, it is up to America to vote.

Television's No. 1 series returns for its highly anticipated 11th season with brand new contestants, a superstar judging panel and the best and worst of auditions. Host Ryan Seacrest and judges Randy Jackson, Jennifer Lopez and Steven Tyler traveled across the country to Savannah, Aspen, Galveston, Pittsburgh, Portland, San Diego and St. Louis where the good, the bad and the outrageous auditioned for their shot at stardom. This season promises to deliver the most talented group of singers yet and as always, it's up to the viewers to root and vote for their favorite contestants, ultimately crowning the next AMERICAN IDOL. Don't miss the auditions that everyone will be talking about the next day.

The auditions continue on the second part of two-night season premiere of AMERICAN IDOL as the judges continue their quest to find the next singing superstar. Don't miss the auditions that everyone will be talking about the next day.

The auditions continue on a special, extended primetime broadcast of AMERICAN IDOL as the judges continue their quest to find the next singing superstar. Don't miss the auditions that everyone will be talking about the next day.

More auditions are featured on AMERICAN IDOL as the judges try to find the next singing superstar.

The auditions continue on AMERICAN IDOL as the judges search for the next singing superstar. Don't miss another round of good, bad and outrageous tryouts in the "Auditions #5: Portland, OR" episode.

The auditions continue in Portland, OR, as the judges search for the next singing superstar. Don't miss a new round of hopefuls in the "Auditions #6: Portland, OR" episode.

In an AMERICAN IDOL exclusive, Madonna will world preview the video for her new single, "Give Me All Your Luvin," featuring Nicki Minaj and M.I.A. Plus, more auditions - this time from St. Louis, MO - as the judges resume their search to find the next singing superstar. Be sure to watch the Madonna video and the latest tryouts.

Judges Randy Jackson, Jennifer Lopez and Steven Tyler join host Ryan Seacrest in Hollywood to begin sorting the contestants. Hopefuls chosen from around the nation vie for a coveted spot on the show.

Contestants try one last time to impress the judges, singing for their lives to prove who deserves to make it to the next round. For some, it's the end of the road, but for the first group of semifinalists whose names will be revealed tonight, the next part of the journey is about to begin.

The first phase of the competition comes to a dramatic end when Randy, Jennifer and Steven reveal this season's remaining semifinalists.

On this season's first night of voting, America votes to pick their favorites.

On this season's second night of voting, America votes to pick their favorites.

The competition takes an intense turn as America's vote reveals the first set of finalists, then those that remain will have one last chance to perform for the judges who will round out this season's finalists with their wild card picks.

Jermaine Jones was disqualified prior to this performance show.

A Fox special presentation that follows up with last season's finalists and asks, Where Are They Now?

A special presentation featuring great singers who didn't quite make it as well as some of the best of the worst Idol hopefuls.

FOX unveils an original, all-new special featuring highlights and low-lights of the global phenomenon that is AMERICAN IDOL. The producers have traveled far and wide to bring you some of the funniest, most outrageous and just plain awful IDOL auditions from around the world.

After 15 seasons of superstars, AMERICAN IDOL has become a cultural phenomenon. As the show wraps up the farewell season and prepares to crown the final IDOL, don't miss this 90-minute retrospective featuring host Ryan Seacrest, current and former judges, contestants and the behind-the-scenes team sharing their IDOL memories.

On the heels of last night's incredible performances and reveal of the remaining Idol contestants, ABC will air "American Idol: Meet Your Finalists," a two-hour "American Idol" special episode. The special will take a deep dive into each finalist's journey on "American Idol" thus far, highlighting new, never-before-seen songs, stories, performances and footage from "American Idol," as well as revisiting favorite moments from this season. America will have a chance to get to know each finalist individually as they share their stories in hopes of capturing America's heart and future vote.

A look at upcoming season 18 of American Idol.