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  1. Westlake, neighbors gear up for American Idol and Joshua Ledet's performance

    www.therepublic.com via @celebtopworld  &bull Apr 25, 2012

    WESTLAKE, La. - Westlake singing sensation Josh Ledet is among the Top 6 performers on this season of American Idol and family and friends in his hometown this week are hoping to push him into the Top 3. Members of… Full Story »


  2. Prosecutors open with emotional Jennifer Hudson at trial for man accused of killing her family

    www.therepublic.com via @mtarm  &bull Apr 24, 2012

    CHICAGO - The trial of the man accused of killing Jennifer Hudson's family opened with the marquee witness, as prosecutors put the award-winning actress and singer on the stand Monday for sometimes-tearful testimony that may well leave a lasting impression on jurors. Hudson, wearing a simple, all-black black dress, broke down at one point, stopping to dab her tears and regain her composure, as she testified just yards from her former brother-in-law who prosecutors say killed her mother, brother and 7-year-old nephew… Full Story »

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  3. Hudson cries while on the stand in trial of man accused of killing her mom, brother, nephew

    www.therepublic.com via @TREntertainNews  &bull Apr 23, 2012

    CHICAGO - Oscar-winner Jennifer Hudson broke down in tears Monday while testifying at the trial of the man accused of killing her mother, brother and 7-year-old nephew in a jealous rage four years ago. Hudson was the first witness called after prosecutors and attorneys for William Balfour finished their opening statements. During her brief but emotional testimony, she told jurors her family didn't want her sister… Full Story »

  4. 'American Idol' winner Scotty McCreery honored in mural at Garner High School

    www.therepublic.com via @buzzidol  &bull Nov 19, 2011

    The News & Observer of Raleigh reports (http://bit.ly/rx7wgw ) that the "American Idol" winner was on hand Friday as the new mural was unveiled at Garner High School. The mural honors the school's sports accomplishments. McCreery is pictured because he… Full Story »

  5. How's your voice? Cary to host hopeful performers auditioning for Season 11 of American Idol :: The Republic

    www.therepublic.com via @angelasmusicbox  &bull Jul 9, 2011

    Hopeful performers are expected to begin lining up early Saturday to register for an audition spot at Cary Towne Center. One singer will be chosen from among the Cary contestants to travel to Charleston, S.C., for an audition with American… Full Story »

  6. Maine 'American Idol' contestant faces domestic abuse charge after officer sees her hit spouse :: The Republic

    www.therepublic.com via @JCADA_ORG  &bull Jun 14, 2011

    A police report says 25-year-old Jessica Candage of Yarmouth was spotted Sunday evening by a Portland officer who said it appeared she was preventing her husband from walking toward him. The officer then saw Candage punch her husband, Craig, in… Full Story »

  7. Idol finalist Suddeth began performing regularly at 12; loves country music, cheerleading :: The Republic

    www.therepublic.com via @FTCtweets  &bull May 21, 2011

    ATLANTA - Every Wednesday night since she was 12, Lauren Alaina Suddeth belted out a two-hour set at a restaurant just across the Tennessee border from her hometown of Rossville, Ga. She'd roll through "Midnight Train to Georgia" and "Big… Full Story »

  8. NC town hosts celebration to welcome 'American Idol' hometown finalist Scotty McCreery :: The Republic

    www.therepublic.com via @TREntertainNews  &bull May 14, 2011

    McCreery rode a yellow convertible through the streets of his hometown of Garner on Saturday, blowing kisses. He signed autographs before a scheduled concert. Afterward, he was to throw out the first pitch at a baseball game in nearby Raleigh… Full Story »

  9. American Idol winner Fantasia makes first appearance at New Orleans Jazz Heritage Festival :: The Republic

    www.therepublic.com via @buzzidol  &bull Apr 30, 2011

    That should fit right in with the music fans who attend New Orleans' festival. Thousands poured onto the field at the Fair Grounds Race Course on the fest's second day looking forward to hearing her as well as other closing… Full Story »

  10. Four years after winning 'American Idol,' Jordin Sparks is one busy 'Cat' :: The Republic

    www.therepublic.com via @WeLoveAJMcLean  &bull Apr 22, 2011

    ORLANDO, Fla. - There's a summer tour with The Backstreet Boys and New Kids on the Block coming up. She's already got two albums under her belt, an American Music Award and a People's Choice Award. Africa to distribute hearing… Full Story »

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