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‘American Idol’ Live Blog: Top 3 Reveal, Paula Abdul and Randy Jackson Return (May 4, 2026)

Keep up with the live action from tonight's "Class of 2006 Reunion" on season 24 of 'American Idol' with American Songwriter's live blog.

American Idol alum Kellie Pickler returns to show in a rare appearance following the death of her husband

Pickler visited the ABC singing competition to mark the 20th anniversary of the 2006 season of the long-running series.

‘American Idol’ Fans Concerned About Randy Jackson

The show's original judge returned to mentor the Season 24 Top 5.
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‘American Idol’ Winner Jamal Roberts Returns to the Show to Deliver Unforgettable Performance

Jamal Roberts returned to 'American Idol' on May 4 to deliver an impressive performance that clearly showed why he won the competition.

Original "American Idol" judges Paula Abdul and Randy Jackson return for a 20-year class reunion

The final five contestants from the current season 24 were trimmed from five to three.