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‘American Idol’ Singer Doug Kiker’s Cause of Death Revealed • Apr. 18, 2025, 7:56 AM ET (Billboard)
'American Idol': Josh Groban praises his 'extraordinary' fan's 'Wicked' cover • Apr. 16, 2025, 3:06 AM ET (USA Today)
‘American Idol’ Sends Four Singers Into Top 24 After Wild Showstopper Round • Apr. 8, 2025, 1:11 AM ET (Billboard)
'American Idol': Judges find their top contestant as they face cutting 40 singers • Apr. 6, 2025, 11:08 PM ET (USA Today)
'American Idol' alum Antonella Barba arrested after domestic violence charge • Apr. 2, 2025, 6:08 AM ET (USA Today)

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