Stories about American Idol

Kellie Pickler Admits To Battling Depression

Vera — Wed, 08 Oct 2008 16:07:00 -0400

Well, I guess that explains the dramatic weight loss. Add family issues to relationship drama and you got yourself one unhappy country singer. Kellie Pickler has admitted to having severe depression for the last year to People Magazine.

"Everything in my professional life seemed great," says the former American Idol contestant, 22. "But in my personal life, I was just crumbling."

The former American Idol contestant says she even went on anti-depression pills, but they made her situation worse.

Anti-depressants made her "crazy," she says, and the side effects forced her to quit the pills.

"I was an emotional wreck," she says.

So what brought her back above water?

Being friends with Carrie Underwood and Taylor Swift, having a great boyfriend Kyle Jacobs and working on her new album

We are all rooting for you Kellie!

Kellie Pickler? Is That You?

Vera — Sat, 04 Oct 2008 05:51:00 -0400

Kellie Pickler! Where have you gone? She is so... skinny. I'm telling you, if you aren't strong enough this business will eat you alive from the inside. She doesn't even look like herself anymore. I seriously didn't recognize her until I read the caption to the photo set.

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Clay Aiken Receives $500,000 For People Magazine Cover

Vera — Tue, 30 Sep 2008 09:24:00 -0400

I always love to find out how much people got paid to tell their personal stories and expose their deepest secrets to these magazines. Clay Aiken received $500,000 from People Magazine for the cover that broke he was a homosexual. That's a nice chunk of change now isn't it? Wonder if it was a worthwhile investment?

Also in the running was Ok! Magazine, who eventually pulled out of the bidding process because they thought it wasn't that big of a deal.

"We did bid on the Clay story but thought it was just all right, not phenomenal."

New American Idol Judge Introduced

Kyle — Wed, 27 Aug 2008 10:43:00 -0400

American Idol did an event at Manhattan's Chelsea Piers to introduce their newest addition to the family, Kara DioGuardi. Obviously the media is already trying to pit Kara against Paula Abdul...everybody loves a good cat fight. We'll just have to say how this woman changes the chemistry with Paula, Randy Jackson and Simon Cowell!

When asked about her judging style Kara said,

"I'm a little nervous. I'm going to be a straight shooter and say it like I see it and maintain that philosophy. I'm somebody who's really honest and gives an opinion. If I feel I need to be hard, I will be. And if I feel I need to be more nurturing, I will be."

What do you think? Is Kara going to stir things up on the show?

Photos by WENN.

American Idol Fans - David Archuleta's 1st Single Releases

Vera — Fri, 01 Aug 2008 13:06:00 -0400

American Idol's David Archuleta's 1st Single debuted today. What do you think about Crush? It's catchy. Sounds like it will fit in on the radio without a problem.

Jordin Sparks Holding True To Her Abstinence Promise

Vera — Mon, 28 Jul 2008 09:02:00 -0400

Jordin Sparks is continuing to keep her promise of abstinence and isn't afraid to talk about it. She joins Miley Cyrus and The Jonas Brothers in this movement of young celebrities being vocal about waiting to have sex until marriage.

"I don’t want to give away bits of my soul to lots of different guys - I want to give all of myself to the right man on the right night, and the right night is my wedding. "You can’t say for sure what’s going to happen in the next five years, but I really can’t see myself breaking my vow. "My family would never let me get out of line and run wild."

But that isn't stopping the American Idol alum from holding a few crushes. One being Mr. Chris Brown (yeah, get in line).

"Chris is so hot. I had a crush on him for a couple of years and, well, I still do. Rihanna came to the video shoot. I didn’t know they were dating - they were doing the ‘just good friends’ thing in the media - and I thought ‘Oooh, maybe I have a chance’. But it’s not to be. They are a sweet couple. I wish them all the best."

Celebrity Travel Style

Vera — Sat, 26 Jul 2008 08:10:00 -0400

Three very different looks while traveling.

Kylie Minogue was all smiles as she arrived in London after a stay in Newcastle to prepare for her upcoming performances at The O2 arena. Check out her gold bag with matching hat. Wish she had that on while exiting the car!

Chris Henchy helped his wife, Brooke Shields check in as she prepared to depart from LAX. While waiting for security, Brooke played with a fellow passenger's child which made me think for a second. I wouldn't let a stranger get this close to my child's face ever. But Brooke isn't technically a stranger right... We've "known" her since she was a baby! Lol.

Back to the travel outfits - Carrie Underwood was also photographed carrying a golden bag while waiting in line at LAX in beach casual attire. LOVE IT!

Photos by Bauer Griffin

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Katharine McPhee Arrives At LAX

Vera — Tue, 22 Jul 2008 09:34:00 -0400

Hasn't Katharine McPhee been a quiet little bird? I haven't thought about this American Idol alum in AGES. What has she been up to?!! Here she is with a girlfriend waiting for a cab outside of LAX looking very casual and comfy.

Photos by Bauer Griffin

Blake Lewis Dropped From Record Label

Vera — Thu, 26 Jun 2008 09:26:00 -0400

You watch the show, fall in love with several of the contestants and are SURE that they will succeed once failing to win American Idol. But typically, album sales are very poor for AI alumn. Blake Lewis is the latest victim, having been dropped by Arista Recods. Such a shame! I really liked him while he was a contestant.

Arista has also cut ties with Taylor Hicks, Ruben Studdard and fellow runner-up Katherine McPhee as well.

Photo by Bauer Griffin

American Idol Ruben Studdard To Wed This Saturday

Vera — Wed, 25 Jun 2008 12:01:00 -0400

Former American Idol champion Ruben Studdard will wed fiancee Surata Zuri McCants in Birmingham, Alabama on Saturday. What a great last few years for Ruben!

The big event will reportedly take place at the Canterbury United Methodist Church in Mountainbrook. A representative for the heavyweight star has confirmed he’s getting married this weekend.

The couple obtained a marriage license at the Shelby County Probate Office in Columbiana, Alabama on Monday, according to People.com. Licenses are only good for 30 days, so we knew this was coming.

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