Christian Guardino put his own spin on the “Lion King” classic “Circle Of Life” on Sunday’s “American Idol” Disney Night episode.
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There wasn’t a dry eye in the house following Christian Guardino’s incredible “American Idol” performance on Sunday.
The singer, from Long Island, New York, was born with the degenerative disease Leber congenital amaurosis that affects the retina.
He put his everything into his latest performance, belting out John Lennon’s “Imagine” before nabbing a spot in the top 20.
Bryan insisted, “You just slayed that performance… I didn’t hear anything but perfection.”
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Perry, who was in tears throughout the track, shared: “Hearing what you have overcome and the mountains you’ve climbed and the attitude of gratitude that you have, and then you sing ‘Imagine’, which is a world-changing song.
“You were put on this planet to do something super powerful, and you are doing it right now and in this room.
“God bless you Christian,” the star added.
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Richie then called Guardino “the poster child for the power of the human spirit.”
“There’s so many people in the world who would say, ‘This is what’s wrong with my life,’ and then you walk out and say, ‘Let me tell you what’s next,’” Richie told Guardino.
“You’ve taken all of your blessings and joined us on this stage.”
Christian Guardino put his own spin on the “Lion King” classic “Circle Of Life” on Sunday’s “American Idol” Disney Night episode.
Disney Night brought out a new side of HunterGirl.
, and Katy Perry once again pulled out all the stops. The pop star and judge kept up her tradition of rocking an elaborate costume for the occasion — and this year's might be the most cumbersome of them all.Perry decided to go as Ariel, from, but took it a step father than one usually would with an Ariel costume.
judges Paula Abdul and Randy Jackson are reuniting for the singing competition's landmark 20th season. They are returning to the judges' table for the special reunion episode airing Monday, May 2, and only ET has the exclusive first look at the duo back in action.Abdul and Jackson served as Idol judges together for the franchise's first eight seasons, from 2002 to 2009.
Randy Jackson is reflecting on the legacy of , 20 years after the singing competition series premiered. ET's Kevin Frazier spoke to Jackson about the show and what it means to have it still on air today.«We did it from the beginning, before anybody knew the show would be a success, so, when people all talk about — you know success has many fathers, mothers, sisters, brothers,» Jackson began before giving props to the show's current judges Katy Perry, Lionel Richie and Luke Bryan.«I just tip my hat off to the show and to the legacy of the brand, and Katy, Lionel, and Luke, you guys are killing the game trying to keep it alive.
Randy Jackson is reflecting on the legacy of , 20 years after the singing competition series premiered. ET's Kevin Frazier spoke to Jackson about the show and what it means to have it still on air today.«We did it from the beginning, before anybody knew the show would be a success, so, when people all talk about — you know success has many fathers, mothers, sisters, brothers,» Jackson began before giving props to the show's current judges Katy Perry, Lionel Richie and Luke Bryan.«I just tip my hat off to the show and to the legacy of the brand, and Katy, Lionel, and Luke, you guys are killing the game trying to keep it alive.
by her ex everywhere she goes…even at work.Now happily engaged to Orlando Bloom, has suffered her share of heartbreak, including a rocky marriage to Russell Brand and a passionate but doomed relationship with John Mayer (is there any other kind of relationship with John Mayer?). But the youths of today don't know their history, and on a recent episode of American Idol, a young contestant sang a John Mayer song and then guessed that Perry had picked it out (judges picking songs was part of that week's gimmick; it's not important).This content can also be viewed on the site it from.After 20-year-old Noah Thompson sang Mayer's 2009 hit “Heartbreak Warfare” and guessed that Katy Perry had chosen the song, the “Roar” singer replied, “Noah…I feel like maybe you should Wikipedia me.”Smiling but stressed, Perry yelled, “I'm triggered!” and slid out of her seat and onto the floor.
Some friendly advice. Katy Perry had a hilarious reaction when an American Idol contestant sang a track by her ex-boyfriend John Mayer — and she offered him a tip he could use in the future.
Katy Perry has often had moments of hilarity on American Idol, but on the show's latest episode, an unexpected moment ended up a little more awkward for her than expected.MORE: Katy Perry leaves viewers stunned in whimsical green pantsuit live on American IdolThe latest live episode of the show on Monday night featured the Judge's Song Contest, a segment where each contestant was anonymously given a song chosen by the judges and the song they'd perform would net that judge a point.VIDEO: Katy Perry's husband Orlando Bloom cuts a turkey on ThanksgivingFor contestant Noah Thompson, he was given a choice of three songs, two of which ended up being by John Mayer and one by John Denver.While he initially leaned toward the John Denver song, he ended up opting for the John Mayer track Heartbreak Warfare, delivering a performance that impressed the judges.MORE: Katy Perry updates fans with baby number two newsHowever, the moment quickly turned slightly uncomfortable when Ryan Seacrest asked Noah who he thought chose the song, and he picked Katy, unaware of her history with the singer-songwriter, having been in an on-and-off relationship with him.She quickly tried to figure out how to react as the audience let out a few knowing chuckles.
Katy Perry had the perfect response to an “American Idol” contestant who clearly didn’t know she used to date John Mayer.
Missing her — but moving forward. Ever since Kenedi Anderson wowed the American Idol judges with her audition, Katy Perry, Luke Bryan and Lionel Richie haven’t been able to hold back their emotions when it comes to the young singer — even after she abruptly left the competition show in April 2022.
American Idol judges Luke Bryan and Lionel Richie had a hilarious moment on the show's latest installment, puncturing an emotional moment with a comedic one.MORE: Lionel Richie left in tears by emotional American Idol auditionThe country star seemed to have quite the strong reaction to contestant Leah Marlene's performance on the new live episode on Sunday night.VIDEO: Luke Bryan calls on fans to help him after ‘losing money’ in Las VegasFollowing her incredible routine, the judges praised her for her transformation over the course of the competition, with Luke in particular glowing with pride."The beauty of this show and why it works year after year is watching what is happening to you right now," he said to Leah.MORE: Katy Perry talks disagreements with American Idol judges Luke Bryan and Lionel Richie"It's really emotional for me and us to watch you grow and come out of your deal.
HunterGirl did it again, moving forward into the next round of “American Idol” and celebrated with a Miranda Lambert cover.
Christian Guardino was back with another powerful performance on Monday’s “American Idol”.
Katy Perry was seeing eye-to-eye with her fellow judges during the first live round of season 20 on Monday, which the songstresses admitted was a nice change.Perry spoke with ET's Matt Cohen on the carpet at the Desert 5 Spot in Hollywood after Monday's new episode, where the season's Top 20 were whittled down to the Top 14. Based on performances and voting, 10 contestants were automatically safe, while the remaining 10 were in the danger zone and singing their hearts out for one of the four spots awarded by the judges.«We picked our four and it was unanimous, which is great,» Perry shared. «Because this season has been interesting, in that we've had some real public spats over a few contestants — like Sam Moss and Grace Franklin.»Perry has worked alongside fellow judges Lionel Richie and Luke Bryant since Season 16, when was revived and moved over to ABC from Fox, and the singer said that this season has seen her clash with them a bit more than ever before.Perry admitted that, when it came Bryan and Richie's thoughts on a few contestants this season, she «didn't really agree with them» at all.«Those boys, like, it's true, they may have been a little bullied by my direct, black-and-white yes or no [choices] these past seasons,» she said, reflecting on their more emphatic disagreements. «So they're like, 'Were not gonna take it anymore!'»However, when it came to Monday's first live show, it seems that everyone was pretty well in agreement.
Kezia “Lady K” Istonia wowed the “American Idol” judges with another amazing performance during Sunday’s episode.
Former American Idol contestant Kenedi Anderson seemingly gave fans a hint as to why she quit the show the best way she knows how — through music!
A post shared by Kenedi Anderson (@kenedianderson_)On Tuesday, a rep from Fremantle, who develops , shared a statement to ET regarding Anderson's exit. «We are disappointed to see Kenedi leave, but we are excited to watch this celebratory 20th season unfold with the incredible talent vying to be the next American Idol,» the statement read.Anderson's announcement comes weeks after judges Katy Perry, Lionel Richie and Luke Bryan were first blown away by her talent.
And suddenly, it’s anyone’s competition. After being declared the “biggest star” American Idol judge Luke Bryan has “ever seen,” Kenedi Anderson has removed herself from the ABC series.
17-year-old contestant got into the Top 24 for season 20 of the ABC series. However, on Monday, she took to social media to share that she decided to drop out of the musical race. Her Top 24 performance was pre-taped and aired on Sunday.