“American Idol” is one of the most popular entertainment shows, although there is a lot of speculation around it. Fans accuse the producers that the course of both castings and later stages is predetermined. Lionel Richie, a member of the jury, spoke about the case.
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The foreign edition of the format debuted on Fox in 2001 and since then has helped promote, among others Kelly Clarkson (winner of the first edition of the show), Adam Lambert and Carrie Underwood. Participants had the opportunity to present their skills in front of well-known figures from the world of show business, including Jennifer Lopez, Ellen DeGeneres, Simon Cowell and Mariah Carey. Since 2018, Lionel Richie, known for the hit “Hello”, has been a member of the jury. The artist recently appeared on “The Drew Barrymore Show” to promote the latest, 21st season of “Idol”, in which the next stage known as Hollywood Week begins. Vocalists selected at the casting stage will go to the most important center of American cinematography, where they will perform not only solo, but also in groups. The jury will select 24 semi-finalists who will have a chance to fight for victory during live performances. The viewers will judge them.
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Richie also decided to dispel doubts related to the direction of the program. Those who have been watching the show for more than twenty seasons have noticed that certain patterns are repeated, which makes them increasingly doubt its authenticity.
All I can say is I don’t know what they are [uczestnicy]the hell they’re going to do. It’s not scripted. Everyone thinks we’re making it up or someone is writing our lines for us. Every day we stand on the edge of the cliff of faith.
– confessed the singer. He also added that although the judges naturally wonder how they could provide the participants with knowledge that would help them during their adventure in the program, they learn just as much from them. They treat aspiring singers like family members.
When you see us in tears on the show, it’s not because we’re emotionally involved in their careers. No, we’re sitting there as their parents.
– he said. In particular, the stories of participants from small towns and difficult families are moving for him. – Will they win the whole show? Probably not. But just leaving the city for a short while and making new friends can change their lives forever.” The entire interview can be viewed below.
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Hollywood Week on American Idol began on April 2, 2023. The finalists will be announced this spring. Also participating in the competition is Caroline Baran, who comes from Poland and performs under the pseudonym Kaeyra.
Source: Gazeta
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