Since American Idol premiered in June 2002, the show, its judges and contestants have become the subject of numerous scandals and controversies.Prior to the days of voting by app for your favorite ...

Carrie Underwood is making it clear that she stands by her constructive criticism in spite of potential backlash — and booing. "You gave some very constructive criticism about some moments that you ...

Contestant Benjamin Glaze appeared on Season 16 of the show in 2018, where Perry planted a smooch on the young man after he said he was waiting for that type of intimacy until he found a meaningful ...