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American Idol Contestant Doug Kiker Dead

‘American Idol’ alum Doug Kiker has died, his sister shares

“American Idol” alum Doug Kiker, who auditioned on Season 18 of the singing competition show, has died, his sister confirmed. He was 32.

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Doug Kiker, ‘American Idol’ Season 18 Contestant and ‘Singing Garbage Man,’ Dies at 32

Doug Kiker, known for a stunning audition in Season 18 of "American Idol," died Wednesday at age 32. No cause of death has been shared.

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Doug Kiker, “American Idol” Contestant Who Moved Katy Perry to Tears, Dies at 32: 'You Will Be Forever Missed'

The former contestant, who worked as a garbage collector, wowed judge Perry with his rendition of Rascal Flatts' "God Bless This Broken Road"

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‘American Idol’ Showrunner Talks Bringing Carrie Underwood in After Katy Perry Exit, Inauguration Performance

Carrie Underwood was the obvious pick to join the judging panel after Katy Perry's exit, according to 'American Idol showrunner

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Why Did Katy Perry Leave ‘American Idol’? Inside Her Departure Decision After 7 Seasons

Katy Perry served as a judge on American Idol for seven seasons before departing the show following Season 22 in 2024. She announced her plans before the season began, revealing on Jimmy Kimmel Live! that it was going to be her “last season” as a judge.

When does ‘American Idol’ season 23 premiere? See the date, time, schedule, and judges

Season 23 of “American Idol” premieres on ABC on Sunday, March 9, at 8 p.m. EST. The new episodes will mark Carrie Underwood’s first season as a judge. She won season 4 of “American Idol” in 2005 before going on to have a successful music career, winning eight Grammys to date.

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These American Idol Winners Basically Disappeared

Some American Idol winners became superstars, while others faded from the spotlight. Here's what happened to those who ...

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Why Did Katy Perry Leave American Idol? Inside the Pop Star's Decision to Exit the Series Ahead of Season 23

Katy Perry was a judge on ‘American Idol’ for seven years until she announced she was leaving the singing competition in ...

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THEN AND NOW: People who came in second place on 'American Idol'

The hit reality singing competition returns for season 23 on Sunday. Here's what runners-up like Justin Guarini and Adam ...

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‘American Idol’ 2025 Premiere: First Platinum Ticket Is Awarded After Auditions From a Viral Star & More

Season 23 of American Idol is officially underway! After the first three auditions aired in a special following The Oscars on ...

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'American Idol' finalists share the 12 worst parts about being on the show

Finalists, runners-up, and winners of the singing-competition series said being on "American Idol" could be stressful and ...

How to watch the ‘American Idol’ 2025 season premiere for free

An all-new season of “American Idol” premieres Sunday, March 9 at 8 p.m. ET on ABC. Stream the first episode for free with a ...

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