PRODUCTION COMPANIES
FremantleMedia North America
19 Entertainment
EXECUTIVE PRODUCERS
Nigel Lythgoe
Ken Warwick
Simon Fuller
Cecile Frot-Coutaz
HOST
Ryan Seacrest
JUDGES
Paula Abdul
Simon Cowell
Randy Jackson
Television's No. 1 show returns for its eighth season when AMERICAN IDOL premieres in January 2009. Hosted by Ryan Seacrest, the hit series empowers viewers to discover America's next solo singing superstar by voting for their favorites to win the coveted American Idol title.
Every year, thousands of hopefuls from across the nation audition for a shot at stardom and a chance to be the next American Idol. The show's judges - Paula Abdul, Simon Cowell and Randy Jackson - winnow down the competitors to a select group of semifinalists who sing their hearts out each week for the studio audience and the television viewers. The judges have their say after every performance, but it's the viewing public that determines who advances to the next round of the competition and who goes home. Voting via telephone and text-messaging begins immediately after each performance show, and the results are announced during the following night's broadcast.
Season Seven finalists have showcased their talent by preparing selections from the Lennon/McCartney songbook, songs from the year they were born and inspirational tunes. The contestants have also performed the music of Dolly Parton, Mariah Carey, Andrew Lloyd Webber and Neil Diamond. These legendary artists not only shared their expertise with the contestants, they also provided audience members the opportunity to experience a variety of musical styles.
Eventually the competition is narrowed down to two finalists who compete for a major recording contract and the American Idol title. Past winners Kelly Clarkson, Ruben Studdard, Fantasia, Carrie Underwood, Taylor Hicks and Jordin Sparks already have risen to the top of the recording industry.
Beginning in 2007, AMERICAN IDOL launched IDOL GIVES BACK, a charity special that has raised more than $135 million to fight extreme poverty in the U.S. and around the world. The special, featuring international talent and sports figures, has been honored with the prestigious 2007 Governors Award, the Academy of Television Arts and Sciences' highest accolade. The show has also been recognized by President George W. Bush, HRH Prince Charles and British Prime Minister Gordon Brown.
AMERICAN IDOL is created and executive-produced by Simon Fuller, founder and CEO of 19 Entertainment; and executive-produced by Cecile Frot-Coutaz, CEO, FremantleMedia North America; Nigel Lythgoe, President, 19 Television; and Ken Warwick, Executive Producer, FremantleMedia North America.
Every year, thousands of hopefuls from across the nation audition for a shot at stardom and a chance to be the next American Idol. The show's judges - Paula Abdul, Simon Cowell and Randy Jackson - winnow down the competitors to a select group of semifinalists who sing their hearts out each week for the studio audience and the television viewers. The judges have their say after every performance, but it's the viewing public that determines who advances to the next round of the competition and who goes home. Voting via telephone and text-messaging begins immediately after each performance show, and the results are announced during the following night's broadcast.
Season Seven finalists have showcased their talent by preparing selections from the Lennon/McCartney songbook, songs from the year they were born and inspirational tunes. The contestants have also performed the music of Dolly Parton, Mariah Carey, Andrew Lloyd Webber and Neil Diamond. These legendary artists not only shared their expertise with the contestants, they also provided audience members the opportunity to experience a variety of musical styles.
Eventually the competition is narrowed down to two finalists who compete for a major recording contract and the American Idol title. Past winners Kelly Clarkson, Ruben Studdard, Fantasia, Carrie Underwood, Taylor Hicks and Jordin Sparks already have risen to the top of the recording industry.
Beginning in 2007, AMERICAN IDOL launched IDOL GIVES BACK, a charity special that has raised more than $135 million to fight extreme poverty in the U.S. and around the world. The special, featuring international talent and sports figures, has been honored with the prestigious 2007 Governors Award, the Academy of Television Arts and Sciences' highest accolade. The show has also been recognized by President George W. Bush, HRH Prince Charles and British Prime Minister Gordon Brown.
AMERICAN IDOL is created and executive-produced by Simon Fuller, founder and CEO of 19 Entertainment; and executive-produced by Cecile Frot-Coutaz, CEO, FremantleMedia North America; Nigel Lythgoe, President, 19 Television; and Ken Warwick, Executive Producer, FremantleMedia North America.
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