The 2024 Eurovision Song Contest is now right on our doorstep. Organized by the European Broadcasting Union (Ebu), the Eurovision Song Contest is the most famous, extravagant music competition in existence with various European countries competing to be crowned the year’s winner and host the next year’s competition.
Before the grand final, however, two semi-finals take place. The top 10 in each semi-final then go through to the final, where they are joined by the host country (the winner of the previous year) and the Big Five — who all qualify automatically. Then, each country performs and vies for votes.
After the performances, every member of the Ebu dials in and dishes out 1-8, 10, and 12 points to their favorite songs – with the points decided via a combination of public votes and jury decisions in each country. Whichever country amasses the most points wins.
The two semi-finals took place earlier this week on May 7 and May 9, respectively,...
Before the grand final, however, two semi-finals take place. The top 10 in each semi-final then go through to the final, where they are joined by the host country (the winner of the previous year) and the Big Five — who all qualify automatically. Then, each country performs and vies for votes.
After the performances, every member of the Ebu dials in and dishes out 1-8, 10, and 12 points to their favorite songs – with the points decided via a combination of public votes and jury decisions in each country. Whichever country amasses the most points wins.
The two semi-finals took place earlier this week on May 7 and May 9, respectively,...
- 5/11/2024
- by Jacob Sarkisian
- Gold Derby
The 2024 Eurovision Song Contest in Malmö, Sweden, is almost upon us with 37 countries hoping to claim bragging rights at this year’s grand final on May 11. This is the 68th edition of the international competition. Previously, 27 countries have emerged as victors at least once with Ireland and last year’s winners Sweden coming out on tops with a joint record of seven victories. France, Luxembourg, the Netherlands, and the UK, which hosted last year after the 2022 winner, Ukraine, couldn’t host due to the ongoing Russo-Ukrainian war, have five wins each.
Israel have won four times while Denmark, Italy, Norway, and Ukraine have won three times each. Austria, Germany, Spain, and Switzerland have won twice. Meanwhile, Azerbaijan, Belgium, Estonia, Finland, Greece, Latvia, Monaco, Portugal, Russia, Serbia, Turkey, and Yugoslavia have all won once.
There will be 26 countries who will feature in the May 11 final. Last year’s winner, Sweden, qualify...
Israel have won four times while Denmark, Italy, Norway, and Ukraine have won three times each. Austria, Germany, Spain, and Switzerland have won twice. Meanwhile, Azerbaijan, Belgium, Estonia, Finland, Greece, Latvia, Monaco, Portugal, Russia, Serbia, Turkey, and Yugoslavia have all won once.
There will be 26 countries who will feature in the May 11 final. Last year’s winner, Sweden, qualify...
- 5/10/2024
- by Jacob Sarkisian
- Gold Derby
Katy Perry recently announced her exit from American Idol after judging the show’s contestants for seven seasons. Perry’s announcement came as a surprise to her fellow judges, Luke Bryan and Lionel Richie. One rumor suggests that ABC is planning to overhaul the show after Perry’s departure by firing Bryan and Richie and replacing them with a new trio. The rumor also has it that the Firework artist was shown the door after her recent rude remarks on contestants.
Katy Perry in the Roar music video
The trio began judging the show ever since it moved to ABC in 2018, with Ryan Seacrest returning to host the show. Bryan and Richie are also reportedly not happy with Seacrest, who has been allegedly supporting the idea of a new trio of judges.
Katy Perry’s American Idol Exit Worries Luke Bryan and Lionel Richie Lionel Richie, Katy Perry, and Luke...
Katy Perry in the Roar music video
The trio began judging the show ever since it moved to ABC in 2018, with Ryan Seacrest returning to host the show. Bryan and Richie are also reportedly not happy with Seacrest, who has been allegedly supporting the idea of a new trio of judges.
Katy Perry’s American Idol Exit Worries Luke Bryan and Lionel Richie Lionel Richie, Katy Perry, and Luke...
- 3/4/2024
- by Hashim Asraff
- FandomWire
Following Katy Perry’s tumultuous last season of “American Idol”, the singer will be returning as a judge for the upcoming 22nd season.
The news was revealed Tuesday by ABC, along with the announcement that fellow judges Luke Bryan and Lionel Richie will also be returning, plus Ryan Seacrest reprising his hosting duties.
Read More: Katy Perry Acting Like A Cat On ‘American Idol’ Sparks Mixed Reaction From Fans
The news may come as a surprise to some after Perry was under fire several times throughout season 21, most noticeably for the “mom-shaming” remarks she made to contestant Sara Beth Liebe, who later blasted Perry for her “hurtful” comments and dropped out of the competition to return home to her children.
Perry came under attack again after she criticized Nutsa Buzaladze’s glittery costume, suggesting that next time the contestant hit the stage, she wear something different.
Later on in the season,...
The news was revealed Tuesday by ABC, along with the announcement that fellow judges Luke Bryan and Lionel Richie will also be returning, plus Ryan Seacrest reprising his hosting duties.
Read More: Katy Perry Acting Like A Cat On ‘American Idol’ Sparks Mixed Reaction From Fans
The news may come as a surprise to some after Perry was under fire several times throughout season 21, most noticeably for the “mom-shaming” remarks she made to contestant Sara Beth Liebe, who later blasted Perry for her “hurtful” comments and dropped out of the competition to return home to her children.
Perry came under attack again after she criticized Nutsa Buzaladze’s glittery costume, suggesting that next time the contestant hit the stage, she wear something different.
Later on in the season,...
- 7/26/2023
- by Melissa Romualdi
- ET Canada
Despite all the rumormongering that a certain “mean judge” wouldn’t return, American Idol has announced that Katy Perry will once again join Luke Bryan and Lionel Richie for a seventh season on ABC. Ryan Seacrest will continue to emcee.
Perry found herself in the crosshairs of fans last season, especially when contestant Sara Beth Liebe accused the pop star of mom-shaming her during auditions. The judges were surprised to learn that Liebe, who could pass for 16, was actually 25 years old. When she revealed she had three children, Perry stood up from her chair and jokingly acted like she was going to fall back on the judge’s table.
Liebe ended up exiting the reality competition during the first episode of Hollywood week.
Later, Perry was booed by the audience when she made a comment about the amount of glitter worn by contestant Nutsa Buzaladze. She also tricked some contestants...
Perry found herself in the crosshairs of fans last season, especially when contestant Sara Beth Liebe accused the pop star of mom-shaming her during auditions. The judges were surprised to learn that Liebe, who could pass for 16, was actually 25 years old. When she revealed she had three children, Perry stood up from her chair and jokingly acted like she was going to fall back on the judge’s table.
Liebe ended up exiting the reality competition during the first episode of Hollywood week.
Later, Perry was booed by the audience when she made a comment about the amount of glitter worn by contestant Nutsa Buzaladze. She also tricked some contestants...
- 7/25/2023
- by Lynette Rice
- Deadline Film + TV
Luke Bryan has come to the defense of his fellow American Idol judge Katy Perry after a season of backlash against the “Firework” singer. Perry, who has served as a judge on the hit reality competition show since 2018, has received criticism this season for some of the comments she’s made toward contestants. At one point, she was even booed by the live audience for telling singer Nutsa Buzaladze to tone down the glitter. Speaking to Fox News, Bryan said Perry has “been dealing with stuff like that her whole career,” noting that he understands why viewers have such strong reactions to them on the show. “We all get it,” Bryan stated. “I mean, we’re judging kids that people at home fall in love with. We’re not gonna bat 1,000 as judges. I think we get set up. As judges, you know, we kinda fall on the sword a...
- 6/14/2023
- TV Insider
ABC’s American Idol 2023 continued on with the top 26 performers in Hawaii on Sunday, April 16, 2023. The top 26 were whittled down after the Showstopper rounds, and fans can’t wait to see who makes it through. Here’s when the American Idol 2023 top 20 begin singing and how to watch, plus how long the episodes are.
‘American Idol’ 2023 top 20 performers begin singing on Sunday, April 23, 2023 Mariah Faith from ‘American Idol’ 2023 | ABC/Eric McCandless
The American Idol 2023 top 20 includes the best of the best from season 21. The top 26 began performing on Sunday, April 16, 2023, in Hawaii. The first set of 13 performed on Sunday with Allen Stone as their mentor. The second set of 13 performed on Monday, April 17, 2023, with Noah Cyrus as their mentor.
The top 26 performers include Elisa Kristine, Emma Busse, Hannah Nicolaisen, Haven Madison, Lucy Love, Kaeyra, Mariah Faith, Marybeth Byrd, Megan Danielle, Nailyah Serenity, Nutsa Buzaladze, Olivia Soli, Paige Anne, and Wé McDonald for the women.
‘American Idol’ 2023 top 20 performers begin singing on Sunday, April 23, 2023 Mariah Faith from ‘American Idol’ 2023 | ABC/Eric McCandless
The American Idol 2023 top 20 includes the best of the best from season 21. The top 26 began performing on Sunday, April 16, 2023, in Hawaii. The first set of 13 performed on Sunday with Allen Stone as their mentor. The second set of 13 performed on Monday, April 17, 2023, with Noah Cyrus as their mentor.
The top 26 performers include Elisa Kristine, Emma Busse, Hannah Nicolaisen, Haven Madison, Lucy Love, Kaeyra, Mariah Faith, Marybeth Byrd, Megan Danielle, Nailyah Serenity, Nutsa Buzaladze, Olivia Soli, Paige Anne, and Wé McDonald for the women.
- 4/18/2023
- by Lauren Weiler
- Showbiz Cheat Sheet
ABC’s American Idol Season 21 is officially down to the top 26 singers. The contestants began singing on Sunday, April 16, 2023, at a resort in Hawaii — and fans can now vote for their favorites to get into the top 20. Here are the remaining 13 contestants who sing on Monday, April 17, 2023, according to American Idol 2023 spoilers.
[Spoiler alert: American Idol 2023 spoilers ahead regarding the groups in Hawaii.]
Elijah McCormick on ‘American Idol’ 2023 | ABC/Eric McCandless ‘American Idol’ 2023 spoilers: The 13 performers on Monday, April 17
The top 26 performances are well underway on American Idol Season 21. While fans anticipated the top 24 singing, the judges decided during Showstopper rounds to add two more to the mix, pushing 26 contestants into the semifinals.
According to American Idol 2023 spoilers from IdolSpoilers on Twitter, the second group of 13 singers singing on April 17, 2023, includes:
Colin Stough
Dawson Wayne
Elijah McCormick
Hannah Nicolaisen
Nutsa Buzaladze
Malik Heard
Marybeth Byrd
Megan Danielle
Michael Williams
Olivia Soli
Paige Anne
Tyson Venegas
Wé McDonald
Noah Cyrus leads the...
[Spoiler alert: American Idol 2023 spoilers ahead regarding the groups in Hawaii.]
Elijah McCormick on ‘American Idol’ 2023 | ABC/Eric McCandless ‘American Idol’ 2023 spoilers: The 13 performers on Monday, April 17
The top 26 performances are well underway on American Idol Season 21. While fans anticipated the top 24 singing, the judges decided during Showstopper rounds to add two more to the mix, pushing 26 contestants into the semifinals.
According to American Idol 2023 spoilers from IdolSpoilers on Twitter, the second group of 13 singers singing on April 17, 2023, includes:
Colin Stough
Dawson Wayne
Elijah McCormick
Hannah Nicolaisen
Nutsa Buzaladze
Malik Heard
Marybeth Byrd
Megan Danielle
Michael Williams
Olivia Soli
Paige Anne
Tyson Venegas
Wé McDonald
Noah Cyrus leads the...
- 4/17/2023
- by Lauren Weiler
- Showbiz Cheat Sheet
ABC’s American Idol 2023 is in full swing. Fans watched over 50 contestants get whittled down to the top 26 during Showstoppers. The Showstoppers put the spotlight on early fan favorites, and viewers can’t wait to see who hits the stage in Hawaii. So, when were the top 26 performances in Hawaii filmed? Here’s what to know.
The top 24 ‘American Idol’ 2023 contestants turned into the top 26 with a twist Pjae from ‘American Idol’ 2023 | ABC/Eric McCandless
The American Idol 2023 top 24 were announced after the Showstoppers on Monday, April 10 — but there was a twist. The judges couldn’t just pick 24 contestants to move on to Hawaii. Instead, they picked 26 contestants to move on.
The judges had tough decisions to make in American Idol Season 21 Episode 10. Iam Tongi, Matt Wilson, and Colin Stough battled it out for the final spot in the top 24. Colin wowed the judges with his version of “Cold” by Chris Stapleton,...
The top 24 ‘American Idol’ 2023 contestants turned into the top 26 with a twist Pjae from ‘American Idol’ 2023 | ABC/Eric McCandless
The American Idol 2023 top 24 were announced after the Showstoppers on Monday, April 10 — but there was a twist. The judges couldn’t just pick 24 contestants to move on to Hawaii. Instead, they picked 26 contestants to move on.
The judges had tough decisions to make in American Idol Season 21 Episode 10. Iam Tongi, Matt Wilson, and Colin Stough battled it out for the final spot in the top 24. Colin wowed the judges with his version of “Cold” by Chris Stapleton,...
- 4/16/2023
- by Lauren Weiler
- Showbiz Cheat Sheet
ABC’s American Idol Season 21 continued on with Showstoppers on Monday, April 10, 2023. The 55 singers competed in Showstoppers and were whittled down to the top 26. And according to American Idol 2023 spoilers, the top 26 are divided into two teams led by celebrity mentors. Here’s who’s mentoring and who made it to which team.
[Spoiler alert: American Idol 2023 spoilers ahead regarding the Showstopper rounds.]
‘American Idol’ 2023 contestants Paige Anne and Megan Danielle | ABC/Eric McCandless Celebrity mentors join the group for the semifinals
According to American Idol 2023 spoilers from IdolSpoilers on Twitter, the top 26 singers are assigned to one of two celebrity mentors. Those mentors are Noah Cyrus and Allen Stone.
Noah’s known as Miley Cyrus’ sister and Billy Ray Cyrus’ daughter, but she’s paving her own way in the entertainment industry. The 23-year-old singer and actor also had her start at a young age. She voiced the main character in Ponyo in 2008 when she was just 8 years old.
[Spoiler alert: American Idol 2023 spoilers ahead regarding the Showstopper rounds.]
‘American Idol’ 2023 contestants Paige Anne and Megan Danielle | ABC/Eric McCandless Celebrity mentors join the group for the semifinals
According to American Idol 2023 spoilers from IdolSpoilers on Twitter, the top 26 singers are assigned to one of two celebrity mentors. Those mentors are Noah Cyrus and Allen Stone.
Noah’s known as Miley Cyrus’ sister and Billy Ray Cyrus’ daughter, but she’s paving her own way in the entertainment industry. The 23-year-old singer and actor also had her start at a young age. She voiced the main character in Ponyo in 2008 when she was just 8 years old.
- 4/16/2023
- by Lauren Weiler
- Showbiz Cheat Sheet
ABC’s American Idol Season 21 continues to excite fans as the top 26 singers fight for their spot in the top 20. The Showstoppers whittled the top 55 singers down to the top 26. So, what will the contestants sing while on the beach in Hawaii? Here’s what we know, according to American Idol 2023 spoilers.
[Spoiler alert: American Idol 2023 spoilers ahead regarding the top 26 singers.]
‘American Idol’ 2023 singers in the top 26 | ABC/Eric McCandless ‘American Idol’ Season 21 contestants are officially heading to Hawaii after showstoppers
Season 21 Showstoppers concluded on Monday, April 10, 2023, and early American Idol 2023 spoilers noted fans would see a twist at the end. While viewers anticipated the top 55 singers getting whittled down to the top 24, the judges accepted two additional contestants into the semifinals. Now, the top 24 is a top 26.
The second night of Showstoppers brought Paige Anne, Megan Danielle, Oliver Steele, Platinum Ticket holder Elijah McCormick, Elise Kristine, and Olivia Soli to the stage. Paige didn’t make it through...
[Spoiler alert: American Idol 2023 spoilers ahead regarding the top 26 singers.]
‘American Idol’ 2023 singers in the top 26 | ABC/Eric McCandless ‘American Idol’ Season 21 contestants are officially heading to Hawaii after showstoppers
Season 21 Showstoppers concluded on Monday, April 10, 2023, and early American Idol 2023 spoilers noted fans would see a twist at the end. While viewers anticipated the top 55 singers getting whittled down to the top 24, the judges accepted two additional contestants into the semifinals. Now, the top 24 is a top 26.
The second night of Showstoppers brought Paige Anne, Megan Danielle, Oliver Steele, Platinum Ticket holder Elijah McCormick, Elise Kristine, and Olivia Soli to the stage. Paige didn’t make it through...
- 4/16/2023
- by Lauren Weiler
- Showbiz Cheat Sheet
ABC’s American Idol Season 21 continues on with the second night of Showstopper Week. Hollywood Week whittled the contestants down to the top 55 for Showstoppers, and the singers are giving it their all to hopefully move on to the semifinals. According to American Idol 2023 spoilers, there’s a surprise trio of singers who perform together on the second night of Showstoppers.
[Spoiler alert: American Idol 2023 spoilers ahead regarding the Showstopper rounds.]
‘American Idol’ 2023 contestants Matt Wilson, Iam Tongi, and Colin Stough | ABC/Eric McCandless ‘American Idol’ Season 21 Showstoppers continue on April 10, 2023
The Showstoppers are the last stop before the semifinals, and the contestants feel the heat. The first night of American Idol Season 21 Showstoppers featured Adin Boyer, Kaylin Hedges, Michael Williams, Fire Willmore, Haven Madison, Lucy Love, Warren Peay, Tyson Venegas, Zachariah Smith, Nutsa Buzaladze, Wé McDonald, and Kaeyra singing solos. But a surprise ending threw Pjae and Malik Heard for a loop. The friends ended up singing together in a duet.
[Spoiler alert: American Idol 2023 spoilers ahead regarding the Showstopper rounds.]
‘American Idol’ 2023 contestants Matt Wilson, Iam Tongi, and Colin Stough | ABC/Eric McCandless ‘American Idol’ Season 21 Showstoppers continue on April 10, 2023
The Showstoppers are the last stop before the semifinals, and the contestants feel the heat. The first night of American Idol Season 21 Showstoppers featured Adin Boyer, Kaylin Hedges, Michael Williams, Fire Willmore, Haven Madison, Lucy Love, Warren Peay, Tyson Venegas, Zachariah Smith, Nutsa Buzaladze, Wé McDonald, and Kaeyra singing solos. But a surprise ending threw Pjae and Malik Heard for a loop. The friends ended up singing together in a duet.
- 4/10/2023
- by Lauren Weiler
- Showbiz Cheat Sheet
American Idol Season 21 is in full swing, and fans are already picking their favorites in the group. The Showstoppers began on Sunday, April 9, and viewers some a few shocking exits and surprises. Now, get ready for another twist that turns the top 24 contestants into the top 26. Here’s what’s going on, according to American Idol 2023 spoilers.
[Spoiler alert: American Idol 2023 spoilers ahead regarding the top 26 contestants.]
Haven Madison from ‘American Idol’ 2023 | ABC/Eric McCandless ‘American Idol’ Season 21 Showstoppers continue on April 10, 2023
The Showstoppers on American Idol 2023 began on April 9, 2023. Prior to the Showstoppers, the contestants had to compete solo and in duets during Hollywood Week. And the Platinum Ticket holders got their own advantage, as they got to skip the solos and head straight to duets. During duets, they had the opportunity to pick who they sang with. Hollywood Week saw plenty of drama and tears, as two singers dropped from the competition. But over 50 contestants moved forward into Showstoppers.
[Spoiler alert: American Idol 2023 spoilers ahead regarding the top 26 contestants.]
Haven Madison from ‘American Idol’ 2023 | ABC/Eric McCandless ‘American Idol’ Season 21 Showstoppers continue on April 10, 2023
The Showstoppers on American Idol 2023 began on April 9, 2023. Prior to the Showstoppers, the contestants had to compete solo and in duets during Hollywood Week. And the Platinum Ticket holders got their own advantage, as they got to skip the solos and head straight to duets. During duets, they had the opportunity to pick who they sang with. Hollywood Week saw plenty of drama and tears, as two singers dropped from the competition. But over 50 contestants moved forward into Showstoppers.
- 4/10/2023
- by Lauren Weiler
- Showbiz Cheat Sheet
ABC’s American Idol Season 21 is well underway, and Hollywood Week is already over. After two nights that ended with Hollywood duets, it’s time for the Showstopper rounds to begin. So, who made it through Hollywood Week? American Idol 2023 spoilers are ahead regarding which singers impressed the judges enough to move forward.
[Spoiler alert: American Idol 2023 spoilers ahead regarding Hollywood Week results.]
‘American Idol’ 2023 | ABC/Eric McCandless The Platinum Ticket holders got to pick their duet partners in Hollywood Week Part 2
Tyson Venegas, Kaylin Hedges, Cam Amen, and Elijah McCormick all received Platinum Tickets thanks to their stellar auditions in American Idol 2023. And their Platinum Ticket status meant they could skip the first round of Hollywood Week and gain an advantage in the second round. The advantage allowed them to pick their duet partner.
Elijah McCormick chose to have a duet with Lucy Love. Thankfully, the judges adored the performance. Both Elijah and Lucy moved forward to compete in...
[Spoiler alert: American Idol 2023 spoilers ahead regarding Hollywood Week results.]
‘American Idol’ 2023 | ABC/Eric McCandless The Platinum Ticket holders got to pick their duet partners in Hollywood Week Part 2
Tyson Venegas, Kaylin Hedges, Cam Amen, and Elijah McCormick all received Platinum Tickets thanks to their stellar auditions in American Idol 2023. And their Platinum Ticket status meant they could skip the first round of Hollywood Week and gain an advantage in the second round. The advantage allowed them to pick their duet partner.
Elijah McCormick chose to have a duet with Lucy Love. Thankfully, the judges adored the performance. Both Elijah and Lucy moved forward to compete in...
- 4/9/2023
- by Lauren Weiler
- Showbiz Cheat Sheet
American Idol 2023 is here, and fans are excited to see who moves forward after duets week airs on April 3, 2023. The season is full of fantastic singers, and soon, viewers will see who moves on to the top 26 of the season. For those who don’t want to wait to find out, here are American Idol 2023 spoilers regarding the top 26.
[Spoiler alert: American Idol 2023 spoilers ahead regarding the top 26 singers.]
‘American Idol’ 2023 judges | Ben Hider/ABC via Getty Images ‘American Idol’ Season 21 airs duets week on April 3, 2023
It’s time for duets week in American Idol 2023, as Hollywood week began on April 2, 2023. According to the ABC description, “contestants form dynamic duos and hit the Hollywood stage for the Duets Challenge. Platinum ticket winners handpick their duet partners and rejoin the competition in hopes of making it through to the next round.”
Viewers might’ve been missing the platinum ticket winners so far this week. Seventeen-year-old Tyson Venegas was the first to...
[Spoiler alert: American Idol 2023 spoilers ahead regarding the top 26 singers.]
‘American Idol’ 2023 judges | Ben Hider/ABC via Getty Images ‘American Idol’ Season 21 airs duets week on April 3, 2023
It’s time for duets week in American Idol 2023, as Hollywood week began on April 2, 2023. According to the ABC description, “contestants form dynamic duos and hit the Hollywood stage for the Duets Challenge. Platinum ticket winners handpick their duet partners and rejoin the competition in hopes of making it through to the next round.”
Viewers might’ve been missing the platinum ticket winners so far this week. Seventeen-year-old Tyson Venegas was the first to...
- 4/3/2023
- by Lauren Weiler
- Showbiz Cheat Sheet
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