For the first time in years, “American Idol” and “The Voice” went head-to-head on February 23, 2026, both airing big episodes at the same time. “American Idol,” which kicked off season 24 in late January, aired the first of two Hollywood Week episodes from 8 to 10 p.m. Eastern time, while “The Voice” season 29 premiered from 9 to 11 p.m. Eastern time. Both … Read more
A local ‘American Idol’ contestant making a name for himself on the popular singing show is now announcing a local pop-up show. The 22-year-old singer from Murphy, Braden Rumfelt, has announced that he will be performing at Western Carolina University’s University Center Grand Room on Thursday, March 5 at 6:30 p.m. “Hey, BarstoolWCU and the … Read more
Braden Rumfelt has made quite an impression on the judges during Season 24 of American Idol. After making it through the Auditions, Braden performing during Hollywood Week on the February 23 episode. He sang Sam Smith‘s “I’m Not the Only One,” and Luke Bryan raved, “Can you make it look harder next time? We knew … Read more
The moment the first lyric rang out, it wasn’t just a cover. It was a reckoning. On the stage of American Idol, rising contestant Hannah Harper chose a song that carries both heartbreak and history — “Never Again, Again.” Originally made famous by Lee Ann Womack, the track is no easy feat. It demands vulnerability, restraint, and … Read more
Why are so many American Idol viewers rallying behind Hannah Harper this season? As Season 24 moves deeper into the competition, the Willow Springs, Missouri mom of three is quickly becoming more than just a standout contestant — she’s becoming a movement. When fans first met American Idol hopeful Hannah Harper, it wasn’t just her … Read more
On the second day of their two-day humanitarian mission to Amman, Jordan, the Duke and Duchess of Sussex stepped into the bustling regional headquarters of World Central Kitchen — the charity co-founded by their longtime friend, celeb chef José Andrés — to learn how millions of hot meals are prepared and distributed to desperate communities in crisis. It was supposed … Read more
As Kelly Clarkson prepares to say goodbye to daytime TV, she’s getting candid about what led her to this point in her career. In early February, the TV personality shocked viewers by announcing the end of her hit talk show, The Kelly Clarkson Show. At the time, Kelly disclosed that the final episode of the popular … Read more
Braden Rumfelt has made quite an impression on the judges during Season 24 of American Idol. After making it through the Auditions, Braden performing during Hollywood Week on the February 23 episode. He sang Sam Smith‘s “I’m Not the Only One,” and Luke Bryan raved, “Can you make it look harder next time? We knew … Read more
In the months following the heartbreaking loss of her husband, Ozzy Osbourne, Sharon Osbourne is reportedly preparing for a significant new chapter in her life — one that could take her back and forth across the Atlantic. Ozzy, the legendary Black Sabbath frontman, passed away last July at the age of 76 after ongoing health … Read more
Ozzy Osbourne knew his days were numbered when he performed his final concert. Back to the Beginning, held July 5, 2025 in Birmingham, England, was a star-studded celebration of Black Sabbath and Ozzy. The event featured an incredible array of rock stars, including Guns N’ Roses, Metallica, Aerosmith‘s Steven Tyler, Tool, Slayer, Tom Morello and so many more. It proved to be an appropriate sendoff for … Read more