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Nicki Minaj Threatens That No ‘Idol’ Contestant Will Get The Judges’ Save This Year |
And the Save still hasn't been used on any contestant--not even on this week's talented castoff, Devin Velez, despite Mariah Carey's teary-eyed reaction to Devin's elimination and Ryan Seacrest's disappointed gasp of "wow!" when he learned that the judges weren't going to save Devin. |
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Nicki Minaj Yells at American Idol 2013 Guys to Get Off the Stage! |
The other judges didn’t even get a word in edgewise before the cameras panned to Ryan Seacrest, who huddled with the guys to get their reactions to Nicki’s feedback. |
| 28 |
Nevermind the birthday! Mariah Carey refuses to acknowledge turning 43 on American Idol |
‘Is that your anniversary wand?’ cajoled Seacrest, but Mariah wasn’t biting, preferring to keep the attention on the music of the night.
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‘Idol’ Recap: A Meltdown Draws Nicki’s Fury |
At this point, Ryan Seacrest opens Pandora’s box, asking Mariah about “fountains of youth,” to which she just keeps saying words that Ryan tries to stop and can’t. |
| 27 |
The Easter Bunny Is Looking A Little Scared And 14 Other LOL, OMG & WTF Pics [PHOTOS] |
Ryan Seacrest got himself some new hair and more! |
| 27 |
‘American Idol” Top 8 Night: Panic In Detroit |
Of course they did the same tired ole Motown standards (other than one Madonna cover) that've been performed on "Idol" since Brian Dunkleman was still the show's cohost--even though current host Ryan Seacrest had stressed that "any artist from Detroit was fair game." |
| 26 |
Is Ryan Seacrest Leaving American Idol? Say It Ain't So! |
As Buzz60 also notes, however, Executive Producer Nigel Lythgoe has said that the show could end if “Seacrest gets voted out.” We agree! |
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Chris Brown Is “Eternally Grateful” Rihanna Forgave Him: Hear His Full Interview With Ryan Seacrest |
Well, this is the tiniest, most newborn of baby steps, but Chris Brown is at least beginning to at least say some of the right things. In a wide-ranging interview with Ryan Seacrest, Breezy was asked about the fallout from his 2009 assault of Rihanna, and the singer admitted to being arrogant, immature and angry. |
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Is Ryan Seacrest Leaving 'American Idol'? |
After twelve seasons as the host of American Idol, reports are saying that Ryan Seacrest may be following in Simon Cowell, Steven Tyler and Paula Abdul's footsteps. |
| 26 |
Ryan Seacrest, Julianne Hough Break Up UPDATE: "American Idol" May Be Next To Dump Popular TV Host |
After a split with long-time girlfriend and former Dancing With The Stars pro Julianne Hough, Ryan Seacrest may have one more breakup to worry about. According to an insider source that talked to Perez Hilton, Seacrest may be getting ousted from his long-held hosting gig on American Idol.
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Are Ryan Seacrest's Days on 'American Idol' Numbered? |
But would ditching Seacrest really be the way to go? He is synonymous with American Idol. There's something about him that's unassuming and rather plain, but he resonates with contestants and viewers alike. Might they be making a huge mistake if they dump him in favor of an unknown?
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Ryan Seacrest Getting Dumped By American Idol?! |
And even though Ryan has become somewhat the face of Idol, his days on top might be numbered in order to freshen things up - again - as a source revealed:
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| 21 |
As Ratings Fall For Fox’s ‘American Idol,’ Advertisers Likely To Stay Put |
And while viewer interest may be shifting, advertisers continue to be enamored with Ryan Seacrest and the program’s ever-shifting roster of celebrity judges. |
| 21 |
'American Idol' Takes on the Beatles: 10 Things You Didn't See on TV |
9. Attempting to recover from Nicki Minaj’s misspeak, Ryan Seacrest asked Mariah Carey if she also wanted to make a shout-out, and she did, to her fans -- who are called lambs. |
| 21 |
American Idol’s Paul Jolley Talks Country Music — and Ryan Seacrest’s Breakup! |
How is Seacrest coping with his breakup?
I mean I didn’t know about that. He seemed okay to me! He seemed great. He was nice, just as he always is. |
| 21 |
‘American Idol’: 8 Things You Didn’t See On TV |
2.) Ryan jokes with the judges. Ryan Seacrest was all smiles Wednesday night, showcasing even more energy than usual. At every break, he hit the judges’ table to chat with someone, usually Nicki or Randy. He made funny faces at them a few times and seemed to comment on every singer after they performed.
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| 21 |
'American Idol' Recap: The Top 9 Sing Lennon, McCartney |
Ryan Seacrest is getting a little ahead of himself with a preview of the finale, featuring Carly Rae Jepsen and lots of Coke (a-Cola). |
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'American Idol' recap: What Would You Do If I Sang Out of Tune? |
Lazaro had a mini meltdown after his critique, keeping his face turned to his right to shield a steady stream of tears that Ryan helpfully wiped away. Poor Seacrest even tried a double playful punch, and finally a shoulder-squeeze strong-arm. "You all right? Stay strong." Aw, he's so good! I could never get mad at Ryan. |
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Lazaro Arbos sobs onstage as the judges turn against him on American Idol |
Lazaro had to be consoled by host Ryan Seacrest as he stood crestfallen in front of the judges.
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Fox tries to lift ratings of sagging ‘American Idol’ |
Even with eroding viewership, “American Idol” ranks in the top five shows each week, which so far has allayed any fears among its major advertisers, none of which has dropped their sponsorship. “It’s still pulling in numbers that other networks can’t get on any night,” said Lauren Israel, vice president at media agency J3.
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Nicki Minaj Threatens To Leave "American Idol" As Ryan Seacrest Slips Up (VIDEO) |
On the hosting side of things, Ryan Seacrest recently gave us a little scare as he slipped while standing next to Jane Lynch in the crowd before introducing Bon Jovi during the show.
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Ryan Seacrest Stumbles Down Steps During American Idol |
As smooth and unflappable as American Idol host, Ryan Seacrest, normally is, even he isn't immune to slippery steps. |
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Ryan Seacrest falls on Jane Lynch during ‘Idol’ filming |
Without missing a beat, Seacrest leaped onto Lynch’s lap and continued introducing the show while seated on her knee, much to the crowd’s delight.
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Seacrest falls on Glee star during filming |
Jane Lynch came to the rescue of U.S. TV presenter Ryan Seacrest on Thursday when he slipped and fell while walking down a staircase on the set of American Idol.
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'American Idol' sends home its first finalist |
Ryan broke down some of the votes by states and territories. We learned that Devin won Puerto Rico, Janelle won Tennessee, Lazaro sneaked past Angie in Florida, and Karl Rove isn’t sure who won Ohio. OK, that last part was made up. But give Ryan time.
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American Idol 2013 Recap: Season 12 Top 9 Results! (VIDEOS) |
Wave to Season 11 winner Phillip Phillips! Who is, for some reason, standing on stage with the other contestants like he’s about to learn his fate from the voters tonight. We enjoy him mocking Ryan Seacrest behind his back while he’s talking.
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| 15 |
Spoiler Alert: Shocking American Idol Elimination Results |
For the first time in the history of the show, Ryan Seacrest revealed the top 3 contestants in no particular order and announced the rankings of the remainder of the contestants. |
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Ryan Seacrest Falls While Walking Steps During Live Idol, Saved By Jane Lynch |
But as he neared the actress, he actually slipped.
So, how did Seacrest recover? |
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Nicki Minaj Late For American Idol [VIDEO], Ryan Seacrest Fills In; Covers ELLE Magazine [PHOTO] |
When Minaj finally arrived, Seacrest immediately whispered in her ear and fellow judge Keith Urban cracked a few jokes while Mariah Carey and Randy Jackson ignored her.
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'American Idol' 2013: Thoughts on the Top 10? |
“The competition. Starts. Now!” according to beaming host and wannabe judge Ryan Seacrest — there he is subbing in for Nicki Minaj, who’ll just be seven more minutes in traffic, she swears. (Really? In LA?) Keith Urban and Ryan have graciously left room for Nicki’s ghost.
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'American Idol' Recap: Where in the World Is Nicki Minaj? |
"We are coming to you live and on time," host Ryan Seacrest said before telling the cheering audience to “keep that energy going for three of your four judges who are here tonight."
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Nicki Minaj tardy for ‘American Idol’ live show |
“I hear she’s seven minutes out and there’s some congestion on the 405. She should be here momentarily,” assured Seacrest.
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Ryan Seacrest Dishes on Reality TV |
Ryan Seacrest Talks Kim and Kanye's Baby, Dancing with the Stars, and "Idol."
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American Idol First Look: Who's Got the Hardest Job: Ryan or the Judges? |
After 11 seasons, Seacrest has to stick to the formula that has made Idol so popular while ensuring the show stays fresh enough for audiences to keep coming back. |
| 10 |
American Idol: Ryan Seacrest Reflects On Charlie Askew – ‘He Was Courageous’ |
"I think something's going on and I just wanted him to know that we know him, we've gotten to know him well. And if he needs a friend… we're there as a friend," Ryan told Laura.
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'American Idol': Ten Things I Hate About You |
I actually really liked all of the backstage stuff. They should do that more often, it was really interesting. I mean that! Maybe make half the show a backstage peek. I mean, we don't need to watch the guys actually perform this season, do we? |
| 10 |
American Idol Recap: Ryan Seacrest’s Long Halftime Walk |
Ryan will call each name and walk each finalist down to the stage individually, where the MegaJumboTron will reveal them to the live audience and the judges, who will be getting the news for the first time right then and there, ten seconds or so after we do. |
| 10 |
'American Idol' announces Top 10 |
I love to watch Ryan challenge himself in any way possible, and trotting away from the camera while attempting to maintain eye contact with it is no exception. Seacrest wins MVP again (of men only) for the night. |
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Ryan Seacrest wants to work again with Simon Cowell, even if it’s just for one show on ‘X Factor’ |
In a radio interview with his former “Idol” cohort, Seacrest confessed that he misses his nightly on-air banter with Cowell, who left “Idol” in 2010.
“Would you allow me to guest-host one live ‘X Factor’?” Seacrest offered to Cowell.
“Yes,” was Cowell’s immediate reply. |
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'There Will Be No Wildcards Contestants': American Idol Host Ryan Seacrest Reveals The Top 10 |
Host Ryan Seacrest announced the twist at the end of last night’s show saying that the closest male and female runner-ups will compete in a sing off next week for their chance to join the tour; as usual the choice will be made by America and not the judges.
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FOX "American Idol" Finalists Party |
Host Ryan Seacrest (L) and judge Randy Jackson attend the FOX "American Idol" finalists party at The Grove on March 7, 2013 in Los Angeles, California.
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Red Carpet Confidential: Ryan Seacrest Gets Ready For Mariah Carey & Nicki Minaj Drama On ‘American Idol’ Live Shows |
“What’s the opposite of nervous? Excited,” he says this week during the Idol Across America launch in NYC. “I’m giddy with excitement for us to do our live shows because it’s just what our program is about. It’s those moments that are spontaneous, that you don’t plan, that are unvarnished and raw. We’ve seen them from the beginning with Paula [Abdul] and Simon [Cowell] and Simon and me. That’s what our show is about.”
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Idol Across America Kick-Off Pictures |
Ryan Seacrest at Idol Across America kick-off in the News Corp Building Plaza in New York City. |
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Seacrest dodges wedding question at 'Idol' event |
As for the prospect of the microphone making it in one piece, Seacrest says if not, "I'm sure there's one in a holster standing by if it breaks."
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Ryan Seacrest Kicks Off "Idol Across America" In New York |
Ryan Seacrest kicked off "Idol Across America" Friday in New York City, as fans of the FOX series gathered to hear the American Idol host discuss the latest cross-country relay that ultimately gives back to the viewers that have been watching the singing competition from the beginning. |
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'Idol Across America' microphone relay |
The relay begins in New York on March 1 and ends in L.A. March 13.
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Idol host Ryan Seacrest defends Nicki Minaj and controversial contestant Zoanette |
. “When you are in that theater, it can sound a little different," Seacrest says. "I do think the judges are doing their best to pick a full-rounded contestant that’s got the best voice and that can make a connection, and that they think or deem as memorable." |
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Ryan Seacrest's Civic Duty: 'Idol Across America' Promotion |
In addition to fans who sign up on the website, Mr. Seacrest said there will be "local heroes and inspirational figures in local communities as well as former Idols" carrying the mic, will cross through many of their hometowns. However he said he didn't know which Idols would be participting yet.
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What Intimidates Ryan Seacrest on ‘American Idol’? |
“Keith’s biceps intimidate me,” the 38-year-old dished to omg! at the “Idol Across America” kickoff in New York City on Friday.
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AMERICAN IDOL Kicks Off 'Idol Across America' Relay Today |
the "mic" will start its journey in New York City today, March 1, when host Ryan Seacrest will launch the two-week, 5,000-mile trek to the IDOL stage. |