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In a move that has delighted fans and industry insiders alike, “American Idol” alum Carrie Underwood is set to replace Katy Perry as a judge on the popular singing competition show. The announcement marks a significant milestone both for Underwood and the iconic series. Carrie Underwood’s journey with “American Idol” began in 2005 when she…

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“American Idol” recently crowned a new champion, but for many viewers, the highlight happened earlier in the show, when CeCe Winans joined contestant Roman Collins for a powerful rendition of “Goodness of God.” On Instagram, the song garnered more comments, likes, and shares than any other post from the night, including contestant/singer duets including Hootie…

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For “American Idol” contestant Emmy Russell, country music runs in her veins. Russell, who made the Top 20 of the singing competition show, is the granddaughter of country music legend Loretta Lynn, and as she’s proving, she’s inherited some of Lynn’s remarkable talent. The 25-year-old singer said in a video on an episode, “I’m a…

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A Christian teenager who auditioned for “American Idol” recently advanced in the competition after singing a powerful song about sin, God, and truth. Jennifer Jeffries, a 17-year-old senior in high school from Starkville, Mississippi, is the youngest of nine children. She appeared on the reality singing competition, performing an original song called “Change My Ways.”…

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