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Kelly Clarkson's Ex-Husband, Talent Manager Brandon Blackstock, Dies At 48 Kelly Clarkson's Ex-Husband, Talent Manager Brandon Blackstock, Dies At 48
Kelly Clarkson's Ex-Husband, Talent Manager Brandon Blackstock, Dies At 48 The music world and fans of Kelly Clarkson are mourning the loss of Brandon Blackstock, Clarkson’s former husband, longtime talent agent, and father of her two children.  Blackstock died after a three-year battle with cancer, his family announced Thursday, Aug. 7. He was 48 years old. Blackstock was well known in the entertainment industry, both as a music manager and for his high-profile marriage to Kelly Clarkson, age 43. Clarkson, who rocketed to fame as the original American Idol winner in 2002 and now hosts her own popular daytime talk show, had just postponed her Las Vegas resid…
Suspect Nabbed In Double Homicide Of American Idol Producer, Musician Husband Suspect Nabbed In Double Homicide Of American Idol Producer, Musician Husband
Suspect Nabbed In Double Homicide Of American Idol Producer, Musician Husband A suspect has been apprehended in the murders of an American Idol producer and her husband. Robin Kaye, an award-winning music supervisor for the popular show, and her husband, Thomas Deluca, were found dead in their Los Angeles home in what police are reportedly investigating as a double homicide. Los Angeles Police conducted a welfare check on Monday, July 14 at about 2:30 p.m. local time, at the couple’s residence in the Encino neighborhood of the city. The caller reported not hearing from the residents for several days, Los Angeles Police said. Responding officers found Kaye and Deluca…
American Idol Producer, Husband Found Dead In Apparent LA Double Homicide American Idol Producer, Husband Found Dead In Apparent LA Double Homicide
American Idol Producer, Husband Found Dead In Apparent LA Double Homicide Robin Kaye, an award-winning music supervisor for American Idol, and her husband, Thomas Deluca, were found dead in their Los Angeles home in what police are reportedly investigating as a double homicide. Click here for a new, updated story: Suspect Nabbed In Double Homicide Of American Idol Producer, Musician Husband Los Angeles Police conducted a welfare check on Monday, July 14, at the couple’s residence in the Encino neighborhood of the city and discovered blood at the front entrance, according to TMZ, which first reported the news. Officers broke a window to enter the home, where th…
Country, Charm & Keith Urban—What More Do You Need? Country, Charm & Keith Urban—What More Do You Need?
Country, Charm & Keith Urban—What More Do You Need? Keith Urban fans, it’s time to mark the calendar and grab those tickets because the country superstar is on tour. Urban will bring his "High and Alive World Tour" to Giant Center in Hershey, PA on Thursday, Oct. 2, then to Mohegan Sun Arena in Uncasville, CT on Friday, Oct. 3, and to Jiffy Lube Live in Bristow, VA on Saturday, Oct. 4. These stops are part of his biggest tour in years, built around "High," his 12th studio album released earlier this year. The setlist blends new tracks with the chart-topping hits that have defined his sound. Known for turning every show into a full-on event, …
Rock & Roll Hall Of Fame 2025: See The Full List Of Music Legends Inducted Rock & Roll Hall Of Fame 2025: See The Full List Of Music Legends Inducted
Rock & Roll Hall Of Fame 2025: See The Full List Of Music Legends Inducted The Rock & Roll Hall of Fame Foundation announced its 2025 inductees on Sunday, April 27 — and the list is packed with icons, trailblazers, and legends. This year’s honorees were revealed live by Ryan Seacrest during the Rock & Roll Hall of Fame episode of "American Idol."  The announcement sets the stage for a massive celebration when the class of 2025 is officially inducted this fall. Performer Category: Bad Company Chubby Checker Joe Cocker Cyndi Lauper Outkast Soundgarden The White Stripes Musical Influence Award: Salt-N-Pepa Warren Zevon Musical Excellence Award: Th…
Gymnastics Instructor Has 'American Idol' Judges Flipping Out (VIDEO) Gymnastics Instructor Has 'American Idol' Judges Flipping Out (VIDEO)
Gymnastics Instructor Has 'American Idol' Judges Flipping Out (Video) A Virginia gymnastics instructor is trading tumbling for the spotlight after delivering a show-stopping performance that left Lionel Richie, Luke Bryan, and Carrie Underwood in awe. Grayson Torrence, 21, of Providence Forge took the stage with a jaw-dropping rendition of "Fall in Line" by Christina Aguilera and Demi Lovato during her audition, which aired on Sunday, March 16. Her performance had the judges smiling and grooving along, while her mom, anxiously listening from outside, excitedly whispered, "Beautiful ... She's hitting it!" The judges were blown away—and when it came time to vo…
Backstreet Boy’s Son Shines On ‘American Idol’ Backstreet Boy’s Son Shines On ‘American Idol’
Backstreet Boy’s Son Shines On ‘American Idol’ Baylee Littrell, son of Backstreet Boys legend Brian Littrell, took a major step in his music career Sunday night, March 9, earning a golden ticket to Hollywood on ‘American Idol.’ The 21-year-old from Atlanta, GA, performed an original song before judges Carrie Underwood, Luke Bryan, and Lionel Richie during the season premiere on FOX. “Something about you looks familiar,” Underwood told Littrell during his audition. Littrell, who grew up surrounded by music, said he hopes to “do his dad justice” with his talent. “I guess you can say music runs in our family,” he said. Despite his musica…
You Can Audition For 'American Idol' Virtually — As Long As You Were Born Between These Dates You Can Audition For 'American Idol' Virtually — As Long As You Were Born Between These Dates
You Can Audition For 'American Idol' Virtually — As Long As You Were Born Between These Dates Are you the next "American Idol?" The popular ABC singing competition is holding virtual auditions for the upcoming season this month and next. As long as you are of a certain age (scroll down for audition dates). According to the "American Idol" casting application website, contestants must be born between June 2, 1995 and Feb. 15, 2010.  Additionally, contestants must be legal U.S. residents authorized to participate in the entire competition. Auditions for residents in Connecticut, New York, New Jersey, and Pennsylvania via Zoom will be Wednesday, Aug. 21.  Virginia re…