‘American Idol’ was the place to be this week! As always, the finale drew in all the big celebrities, whether they were actually performing or just enjoying the show from the audience. It was one of the best finales I’ve seen in years. It was filled with so many amazing performances, from celebrities to the top 12 contestants to celebrities AND contestants, and of course the revealing of our new American Idol. Since it was the...

This week of ‘American Idol’ was one that I look forward to the most every season! The top three contestants; Jessica, Joshua and Phillip, all became “hometown heroes” when they journeyed back to where it all began for each of them. For Jessica that was San Diego, California. Joshua’s hometown is Westlake, Louisiana. Last but not least, Phillip returned to his home in Leesburg, Georgia. They all received a very warm welcome...

This week of ‘American Idol’ was one of my favorites! It was filled with absolutely phenomenal performances, both by the contestants and the result night performers. The themes this week were California Dreamin’—songs inspired by the Golden State or written by musicians from there—and songs that inspire the contestants, or that they wish they wrote. Since this week revealed the top three, who will be going back to their...

Last week’s ‘American Idol’ theme was British Pop and the ‘60s. The Thursday night results show on May 3rdopened with a video montage of the top five at a photo shoot, as well as clips of each contestant telling how their lives have been forever changed because of this competition. I loved that they did this because it shows just how big of an impact this competition has on so many people. It gives amazingly talented singers,...