“American Idol” has launched the careers of stars including Carrie Underwood and Jennifer Hudson.
The show, which hit a peak of 30.3 million viewers in the 2005-06 season, was drawing audiences in the single-digit millions this year. NBC’s singing contest “The Voice,” which leapfrogged “American Idol” in the ratings, has leaned heavily on its performer-coaches to boost audience interest.įox, acknowledging the glory days of “American Idol” are behind it, said it likely will cut the show from two nights a week to one next season, after the initial auditions. He was joined on Richard Marx’s “Right Here Waiting” by the singer-songwriter. It also showcased a song by judges Jennifer Lopez, Keith Urban and Harry Connick Jr., with judge-turned-mentor Randy Jackson joining in.Įven Seacrest took a turn crooning, proving as a singer he’s a great host. Former judge Jennifer Lopez, who returned after a one season absence, and Harry Connick Jr. Keith Urban was the only judge from the twelfth season to return. Ryan Seacrest returned as host for his thirteenth season. The two-hour finale included performances by John Legend, Kiss, Demi Lovato and Lady Antebellum. Télécharger cette image : Jennifer Lopez à lAmerican Idol XIII Finale 2014 au Nokia Theatre de Los Angeles.Jennifer Lopez 131 Red Carpet Event, Vertical, USA, Cinéma, Célébrités, photographie, Bestof, Arts, Culture et divertissement, Célébrités Topix fashion / Vertical, Best of, événement dans la vie dHollywood, Californie - Tapis rouge et en backstage, USA, Cinéma. The thirteenth season of American Idol, styled as American Idol XIII, premiered on the Fox television network on January 15, 2014. He is to receive a recording contract as this season’s champion. Irene sang “Dog Days Are Over,” ‘’Can’t Help Falling in Love” and “We Are One.” Johnson’s win came on the strength of his renditions Tuesday of “Dream On,” ‘’Maybe I’m Amazed” and “As Long as You Love Me,” intended as his first single.
“American Idol,” which long reigned as TV’s top-rated show, now is a moderately successful, top 20 performer. Seacrest did not announce the number of votes cast, as was routine when the show drew huge audiences and impressive vote tallies. Runner-up Irene is getting a consolation prize: The two competitors and friends are set to attend her high school prom, Seacrest said. After two hours of awards-show-like grandiosity, 'American Idol' named its winner. Music director/composer Rickey Minor arrives at the American Idol XIII grand finale at Nokia Theatre L.A. Johnson, 23, of Asheville, North Carolina, and Irene, 17, of Farmington Hills, Michigan, told each other “you da bomb” before the result was revealed.
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“This is crazy,” Johnson said after host Ryan Seacrest announced the TV audience’s decision on Wednesday’s season finale of the Fox contest. Carrie Underwood? Jennifer Hudson? The show has given us A-listers.LOS ANGELES – Big-voiced rocker Caleb Johnson is the season 13 “American Idol,” winning the title over teenage pop singer Jena Irene. The victory of American Idol has been in those who have achieved incredibly impressive success after being “discovered” by the show, and it’s loyal audience. Heck, even Justin Guarini thought he’d hit it big after Season 1. After winning last night, Caleb seemed to be hit with a ton of bricks: “Well, is this gonna last for 15 minutes or the next 50 years…?” as opposed to the weightlessness of past winners such as Kelly Clarkson, and pre-weight-loss Ruben Studdard.
The excitement of conquering the world has left the building. The true sadness of Season XIII, is the fact that the show has lost all of its mojo. Hey, if you’re making money making music, you’re a winner–bottom line. Sadly, he might also go the way of his predecessors such as Taylor Hicks and Kris Allen, performing at a variety of State Fairs, and odd festivals. With the right band, he might make some headway in the industry. Why? Who knows? How can we say anything is a surprise anymore on these shows?Ĭongrats to Caleb. Ryan Seacrest referred to it as a surprise after the show, as did several publications. The winner of the 2014 version of the long-running show…Ĭaleb was the first hard-rockin’, heavy metal singer to win the crown of American Idol. Caleb or Jena? Jena or Caleb? The votes came in droves on Tuesday night, wrangled by Fox Broadcasting and delivered on Wednesday night to the folks who still just can’t get enough of American Idol.