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

May 4, 2026, 6:50 pm
Will Simon Cowell Join Paula Abdul and Randy Jackson in Their ‘American Idol’ Return?

May 4, 2026, 4:02 pm
Where Are They Now? OG ‘American Idol’ Judges Paula Abdul and Randy Jackson
Country Star Set for Emotional ‘American Idol’ Return After Husband’s Death

May 4, 2026, 10:59 am
Is There a New Episode of ‘American Idol’ Tonight (May 4, 2026)? Here’s Everything To Know

May 4, 2026, 8:09 am
Lionel Richie Details Carrie Underwood’s Biggest Hurdle as ‘American Idol’ Judge

April 30, 2026, 8:00 pm
Kellie Pickler, Taylor Hicks, and More ‘American Idol’ Alums Set to Return for Show’s Class of 2006 Reunion

April 30, 2026, 10:01 am
“Religious Experience”: Lionel Richie Reveals Which ‘American Idol’ Contestant Performed His Favorite Taylor Swift Cover on the Show

April 29, 2026, 10:47 am
Carrie Underwood Has 3 Words of Advice for ‘American Idol’ Finalists: “Say Your Prayers”
‘American Idol’ Turns Back the Clock With Original Judges Returning for Special Reunion

April 28, 2026, 8:13 am
‘American Idol’ Sends Two Artists Home on Taylor Swift Night—Here’s Who Made the Top 5

April 27, 2026, 9:02 pm
‘American Idol’ Judge Luke Bryan Brings Epic Live Performance of “Country and She Knows It” to the Show

April 27, 2026, 8:50 pm

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