The viewing public may very well determine who is the next American Idol but it also determines year after year the American Idol worst contestants in the show.

Feb 10, 2010 - Maureen Cutajar

Big changes are in store for American Idol in 2011.

Nov 18, 2010 - Anne Marie Coar

American Idol served as a launching pad for some contestants' careers while other Idol contestants never quite saw the same success.

Mar 10, 2007 - Heather Larson

American Idol, Season 10, introduced two new panel judges to millions of American fans last night. Steven Tyler and Jennifer Lopez add a little spice.

Jan 20, 2011 - Dana Ogden

Here are some of the most unforgettable auditions from American Idol.

Jan 19, 2011 - Anne Marie Coar

What can you expect from Season 10 of American Idol? New judges, rules, and contestants. Read on for new changes and see how the hit show has evolved.

Dec 28, 2010 - Debi Walstad

Fantasia Barrino and the duo of Jamie Foxx and will.i.am performed on the results show for Elton John Week, and Naima Adedapo and Thia Megia were eliminated

Mar 31, 2011 - Paul Brown

Rihanna, Kelly Clarkson, and Jason Aldean performed on the results show for Idol at the Movies Week, and Paul McDonald was eliminated.

Apr 14, 2011 - Paul Brown

Lady Gaga, Enrique Iglesias, and Jordin Sparks performed on the results show for Leiber and Stoller Week, and James Durbin was eliminated.

May 12, 2011 - Paul Brown

American idol votes have dropped from 45 million last week to 32 million this week-a shortfall of 13 million. Who did America vote to keep? Who goes home?

May 8, 2010 - Susan Gosine

Scotty McCreery became the 10th winner of "American Idol" at the conclusion of a star-studded finale.

May 25, 2011 - Paul Brown

David Cook and Katy Perry performed on the elimination show for Songs of the 21st Century Week, and Stefano Langone was eliminated.

Apr 21, 2011 - Paul Brown

Elton John Week found the "American Idol" contestants performing some of the legendary singer-songwriter's greatest hits.

Mar 30, 2011 - Paul Brown

American Idol gets even hotter by drafting the talents of Ellen DeGeneres to replace long-time judge Paula Abdul.

Sep 10, 2009 - Michelle Snow

On Thursday, August 4, 2011, the remaining 6 contestants on Season 8 of So You Think You Can Dance performed together, and the voting results were revealed.

Aug 5, 2011 - Terry Finch

If people went by the American Idol judges' comments, many viewers may have predicted Crystal Bowersox would win, but it was Lee DeWyze who took the title.

May 26, 2010 - Tami Nicholson

American Idol season 10, show 1 showcased Casey Abrams, James Durbin, and Paul McDonald, while teens McCreery, Rosen, and Loewenstern were forgettable.

Mar 3, 2011 - Ervin DeCastro

Irish Fest on Harriet Island in the Twin Cities is an increasingly popular cultural event with dancing, music, contests, sporting events, food, beer and Irish spirit.

Aug 4, 2008 - Christine Nyholm

Live to Dance premiered on CBS on January 4, 2011 at 8pm. The judges Paula Abdul, Travis Payne, and Kimberly Wyatt pick the best dance acts around the USA.

Jan 5, 2011 - Ditoria Geddis