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President Barack Obama took a brief and unexpected turn as an R&B vocalist at a New York fundraiser, crooning a bar from an Al Green classic and then joking he hadn't been ushered off-stage. 

'Idol' Producers Wants Obama on Show

"American Idol" executive producer Nigel Lythgoe has repeated his request for President Barack Obama to perform on the reality show, after the commander in chief showed off his smooth vocals earlier this month.

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    Albany's Phillip Phillips Shines on Idol Premiere

    A 20-year-old man from Leesburg, Ga. is the talk of the town after blowing away judges on “American Idol.”

    Area Hopefuls Try Out For 'Americal Idol'

    FOX 5 caught up with some contestants from metro Atlanta who belted out their best in front of the idol judges in Savannah.

    Jennifer Hudson Talks to FOX 5

    Oscar winner and soulful songstress Jennifer Hudson has a new look, a new book and lots of encouragement for those trying to lose weight.

    Steven Tyler Talks New Season of 'American Idol'

    Season 11 of “American Idol” kicks off on Wednesday. It's a two-day season premiere that promises not to disappoint.

    'Idol' Winner Kelly Clarkson to Mentor Contestants on 'The Voice’

    Kelly Clarkson is playing for the other team. The first -- and best-selling -- winner of "American Idol" will appear this season as a mentor on rival singing

    Ryan Seacrest Could Leave ‘American Idol' This Year, Sources Say

    This could be Ryan Seacrest's final year hosting "American Idol."

    Former Idol Finalist Justin Guarini to be in Stephen King, John Mellencamp…

    Former American Idol finalist and Atlanta native Justin Guarini will be performing this spring at the Alliance Theatre! The theatre will premiere a new musical

    Former Idol Paul McDonald on "Rocksmith"

    You remember him as the guy with the gravelly voice and blinding smile from American Idol season 10, where he finished eighth. And now he's going to show you

    Former 'Idol' flubs national anthem

    A former American Idol star didn't have the most spectacular performance of her career at the Lions vs. Packers game today. During Lauren Alaina's performance

    Idol Finalist James Durbin Releases Album

    American Idol finalist, James Durbin, geared up for the release of his album "Memories of a Beautiful Disaster" on November 21st. Durbin gave fans a taste of

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    • Idol Season 10 in Photos
    PHOTOS: Idol Contestants Post Finale PHOTOS: Idol Contestants Post Finale

    The contestants from the 10th season of American Idol talked to reporters after …

    PHOTOS: Idol Finale Red Carpet PHOTOS: Idol Finale Red Carpet

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    PHOTOS: Idol Contestants at the Finale PHOTOS: Idol Contestants at the Finale

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    PHOTOS: Past American Idols at Finale PHOTOS: Past American Idols at Finale

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    PHOTOS: Celebs at American Idol Finale PHOTOS: Celebs at American Idol Finale

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    Behind the Scenes: Idol Finale Setup Behind the Scenes: Idol Finale Setup

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    PHOTOS: Idol's Scotty & Lauren in LA PHOTOS: Idol's Scotty & Lauren in LA

    Idol finalists Lauren Alaina and Scotty McCreery talked to reporters about the …

    PHOTOS: Idol Finale Behind the Scenes PHOTOS: Idol Finale Behind the Scenes

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    PHOTOS: Lauren Alaina's Hometown Visit PHOTOS: Lauren Alaina's Hometown Visit

    American Idol hopeful Lauren Alaina made a very special visit to her hometown of…

    PHOTOS: American Idol Viewing Party PHOTOS: American Idol Viewing Party

    Former Idol contestant Kellie Pickler joined FOX 5 and Kicks 101.5 for an Idol …

    Photos: Dunwoody High Students in L.A. Photos: Dunwoody High Students in L.A.

    Dunwoody High School students headed to the west coast for the trip of a …

    • Georgia's Idol: Lauren Alaina Coverage
    American Idol Winner Visits Atlanta American Idol Winner Visits Atlanta

    American Idol Season 10 winner Scotty McCreery was joined by runner-up and …

    Lauren Alaina Reacts to Idol Results Lauren Alaina Reacts to Idol Results

    American Idol Season 10 runner-up and Georgia's own Lauren Alaina gave her …

    Georgia Fans React to Idol Results Georgia Fans React to Idol Results

    Fans of Rossville, Georgia’s Lauren Alaina rooted her on Wednesday night on the …

    Lauren Alaina Fans Gather for Party Lauren Alaina Fans Gather for Party

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    Who Will Take to the Idol Stage? Who Will Take to the Idol Stage?

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    Idol Judges: Lauren Alaina Should Win Idol Judges: Lauren Alaina Should Win

    If it was up to the judges, Lauren Alaina would be crowned the next "American …

    Lauren Alaina Sings on Vocal Scare Lauren Alaina Sings on Vocal Scare

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    Former Idol Finalists Give Advice Former Idol Finalists Give Advice

    It is a big night at the Kodak Theatre Tuesday night as the final two face off. …

    Lauren, Scotty Prep for Idol Finale Lauren, Scotty Prep for Idol Finale

    Idol finalists Scotty McCreery and Lauren Alaina will give the biggest …

    PHOTOS: Idol's Scotty & Lauren in LA PHOTOS: Idol's Scotty & Lauren in LA

    Idol finalists Lauren Alaina and Scotty McCreery talked to reporters about the …

    Alaina's Family in LA for Idol Finale Alaina's Family in LA for Idol Finale

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    Lauren Alaina Makes Idol's Final Two Lauren Alaina Makes Idol's Final Two

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    The Dish on Lauren Alaina's Old Job The Dish on Lauren Alaina's Old Job

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    Idol's Lauren Alaina Comes Home Idol's Lauren Alaina Comes Home

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    PHOTOS: Lauren Alaina's Hometown Visit PHOTOS: Lauren Alaina's Hometown Visit

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    Georgia Girl Makes 'Idol' Top 13 Georgia Girl Makes 'Idol' Top 13

    "American Idol" whittled its pool of contestants down to 13 Thursday night and …

    Ga. Girl Gets Rave Reviews on 'Idol' Ga. Girl Gets Rave Reviews on 'Idol'

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