The Times of Israel https://www.timesofisrael.com/topic/american-idol/ News from Israel, the Middle East and the Jewish World Sun, 14 Jun 2026 02:52:11 +0000 en-US hourly 1 https://static-cdn.toi-media.com/www/uploads/2018/11/toi_icon_512-200x200.png American Idol | The Times of Israel https://www.timesofisrael.com/topic/american-idol/ 32 32 Paula Abdul files sexual assault lawsuit against former ‘American Idol’ producer https://www.timesofisrael.com/paula-abdul-files-sexual-assault-lawsuit-against-former-american-idol-producer/ Sun, 31 Dec 2023 06:36:16 +0000 https://www.timesofisrael.com/?p=3189844 Celebrity also accuses Nigel Lythgoe of assaulting her when she was a judge on another of his shows, 'So You Think You Can Dance'; he denies claims as 'appalling smear'

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]]> Modern Orthodox high schooler is bringing her voice to ‘American Idol’ https://www.timesofisrael.com/modern-orthodox-high-schooler-is-bringing-her-voice-to-american-idol/ Mon, 28 Feb 2022 00:17:23 +0000 https://www.timesofisrael.com/?p=2710626 On February 27, the world will meet Danielle Finn, a 12th grader at Shalhevet High School in Los Angeles and fan of chanteuses Adele and Amy Winehouse

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]]> Israel’s Shiri Maimon takes on Broadway with role in ‘Chicago’ https://www.timesofisrael.com/israels-shiri-maimon-takes-on-broadway-with-role-in-chicago/ Thu, 01 Feb 2018 12:57:22 +0000 https://www.timesofisrael.com/?p=1783325 Performer impressed the musical's producers with her work in 'Evita' at Habima

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]]> Fox picks up new singing show based on Israeli format https://www.timesofisrael.com/fox-to-counter-american-idol-with-new-contest-based-on-israeli-show/ Tue, 08 Aug 2017 23:56:33 +0000 http://www.timesofisrael.com/?p=1673332 'The Four,' a franchise of Israel's 'The Final Four,' to feature pre-selected finalists who will fend off weekly challenges from newcomers

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]]> In Jaffa, ‘A Muezzin is Born’ to protest Israeli bill https://www.timesofisrael.com/in-jaffa-a-muezzin-is-born-to-protest-israeli-law/ Sat, 01 Apr 2017 10:39:44 +0000 http://www.timesofisrael.com/?p=1592296 30 young men compete to be the next great Muslim prayer caller, in response to proposed mosque-muffling legislation

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]]> When Queen comes to town, show goes on with local singers https://www.timesofisrael.com/when-queen-comes-to-town-show-goes-on-with-local-singers/ Mon, 08 Aug 2016 18:42:30 +0000 http://www.timesofisrael.com/?p=1441742 Russian Israeli Arkadi Duchin and 'The Voice' winner Leena Makhoul thrilled to open September 12 concert

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]]> Nothing will stop Queen and Adam Lambert from Israel concert https://www.timesofisrael.com/nothing-will-stop-queen-and-adam-lambert-from-israel-concert/ Tue, 14 Jun 2016 10:35:12 +0000 http://www.timesofisrael.com/?p=1409427 The iconic band with their latest singer, 'American Idol' contestant Lambert, set date for September performance

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]]> Jewish ‘American Idol’ star is in the army now — the IDF https://www.timesofisrael.com/jewish-american-idol-star-is-in-the-army-now-the-idf/ Fri, 19 Feb 2016 12:01:21 +0000 http://www.timesofisrael.com/?p=1343038 Reality TV contestant Brett Loewenstern reflects on merging his Jewish and musical identities after his move to Israel -- plus his upcoming draft to be a singing ‘ginger Jew’

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]]> ‘Foxy’ grandpa shares dating advice at ‘Idol’ audition https://www.timesofisrael.com/foxy-grandpa-shares-dating-advice-at-idol-audition/ Mon, 18 Jan 2016 10:46:30 +0000 http://www.timesofisrael.com/?p=1323240 Aspiring 17-year-old star Harrison Cohen and his romantic zayde win the hearts of judges

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]]> Cowell, Silverman welcome baby boy https://www.timesofisrael.com/cowell-silverman-welcome-baby-boy/ Sat, 15 Feb 2014 02:16:09 +0000 http://www.timesofisrael.com/?p=874730 Jewish socialite who had affair with music mogul while married gives birth to 'healthy, handsome' son

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]]> Simon Cowell reportedly mulling Jewish conversion https://www.timesofisrael.com/simon-cowell-reportedly-mulling-jewish-conversion/ Tue, 19 Nov 2013 00:28:29 +0000 http://www.timesofisrael.com/?p=753746 Music mogul plans a 'secret' trip to Israel, ahead of possible marriage to Jewish girlfriend, reports British tabloid

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]]> Simon Cowell gives $150K to soldiers https://www.timesofisrael.com/simon-cowell-donates-150000-to-idf-soldiers/ Fri, 25 Oct 2013 10:06:19 +0000 http://www.timesofisrael.com/?p=724976 Media mogul and 'X Factor' judge attends IDF gala, even agrees to sing in exchange for host's $1-million gift

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]]> ‘Rising Star’ in a Scandinavian sky https://www.timesofisrael.com/rising-star-in-a-scandinavian-sky/ Mon, 14 Oct 2013 19:32:05 +0000 http://www.timesofisrael.com/?p=712088 Israeli singing competition show sold internationally for fourth time since its September debut

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]]> Is Israel’s next ‘Homeland’ a singing competition? https://www.timesofisrael.com/is-israels-next-homeland-a-singing-competition/ Tue, 01 Oct 2013 13:49:35 +0000 http://www.timesofisrael.com/?p=694292 'Rising Star,' a new Israeli reality show, is soaring in the ratings, and shaking up the market, by putting its viewers in the judging seat

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]]> ‘Cowell was unaware of lover’s pregnancy’ https://www.timesofisrael.com/cowell-dumped-lover-before-pregnancy/ Sun, 04 Aug 2013 17:09:23 +0000 http://www.timesofisrael.com/?p=624020 Music mogul claims he broke up with Jewish socialite without knowing she was carrying his child

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