Recently, a former American Idol contestant made headlines as she filed a lawsuit against the ABC show. It’s not the first time the competition has landed in hot water in the last 20 years. Here’s more on the lawsuit, plus other American Idol scandals and controversies that have haunted the singing show since it began in 2002.
‘American Idol’ logo | Gabe Ginsberg/Getty Images A contestant of ‘American Idol’ Season 20 is suing the producers
Last year, a gaming live-streamer named Normandy Vamos auditioned for American Idol Season 20. She left an impression on judges Lionel Richie, Katy Perry, and Luke Bryan with her unique fashion sense and high-pitched speaking voice that changed into a deep, soulful sound as she sang. Vamos earned a golden ticket to Hollywood but later claimed she was uninvited. Her audition also went viral.
Fast-forward to February of this year, when news broke that Vamos was filing...
‘American Idol’ logo | Gabe Ginsberg/Getty Images A contestant of ‘American Idol’ Season 20 is suing the producers
Last year, a gaming live-streamer named Normandy Vamos auditioned for American Idol Season 20. She left an impression on judges Lionel Richie, Katy Perry, and Luke Bryan with her unique fashion sense and high-pitched speaking voice that changed into a deep, soulful sound as she sang. Vamos earned a golden ticket to Hollywood but later claimed she was uninvited. Her audition also went viral.
Fast-forward to February of this year, when news broke that Vamos was filing...
- 3/3/2023
- by Elise Nelson
- Showbiz Cheat Sheet
As season 21 of American Idol approaches, a former contestant is suing the ABC reality series. Here’s why Normandy Vamos, a contestant whose audition went viral, filed a lawsuit against the singing competition show.
(L-r) Lionel Richie, Katy Perry, Luke Bryan, and Ryan Seacrest | Eric McCandless/Disney General Entertainment Content Season 20 contestant Normandy Vamos’ ‘American Idol’ audition went viral
American Idol season 20 contestant Normandy Vamos’ audition went viral for the extreme contrast between her high-pitched speaking voice and low-pitched singing voice.
After the contestant introduced herself, she launched into “Proud Mary.” The stark difference between her speaking and singing vocals caused judge Katy Perry to jump out of her seat and exclaim, “F*** this job, I’m outta here!” Vamos also performed “Set Fire to the Rain” after encouragement from the judges.
“I love the character of you,” said judge Lionel Richie when the contestant finished her audition. “Now, when...
(L-r) Lionel Richie, Katy Perry, Luke Bryan, and Ryan Seacrest | Eric McCandless/Disney General Entertainment Content Season 20 contestant Normandy Vamos’ ‘American Idol’ audition went viral
American Idol season 20 contestant Normandy Vamos’ audition went viral for the extreme contrast between her high-pitched speaking voice and low-pitched singing voice.
After the contestant introduced herself, she launched into “Proud Mary.” The stark difference between her speaking and singing vocals caused judge Katy Perry to jump out of her seat and exclaim, “F*** this job, I’m outta here!” Vamos also performed “Set Fire to the Rain” after encouragement from the judges.
“I love the character of you,” said judge Lionel Richie when the contestant finished her audition. “Now, when...
- 2/19/2023
- by Grace Turney
- Showbiz Cheat Sheet
For 21 years, American Idol has remained one of the most popular singing competitions in the U.S. On top of showcasing the best undiscovered talent and their stories, Idol features hilarious moments between the judges and juicy contestant drama that viewers love to eat up. But how much of the reality show is real? Like many reality shows, American Idol has faced rumors of being scripted for as long as it’s been around.
Without hearing it directly from American Idol producers, there’s no telling exactly how much is scripted or staged versus the real deal. However, past contestants and even judges have spoken on the matter. Here are some of the claims, plus other behind-the-scenes secrets from American Idol.
‘American Idol’ Season 21 judges Lionel Richie, Katy Perry, and Luke Bryan | Eric McCandless/ABC Some ‘American Idol’ drama is scripted for ratings
A reality show fabricating a dramatic moment...
Without hearing it directly from American Idol producers, there’s no telling exactly how much is scripted or staged versus the real deal. However, past contestants and even judges have spoken on the matter. Here are some of the claims, plus other behind-the-scenes secrets from American Idol.
‘American Idol’ Season 21 judges Lionel Richie, Katy Perry, and Luke Bryan | Eric McCandless/ABC Some ‘American Idol’ drama is scripted for ratings
A reality show fabricating a dramatic moment...
- 2/18/2023
- by Elise Nelson
- Showbiz Cheat Sheet
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