American Idol

The No. 1 show on television returns with an all-new season, new contestants and the best and worst of auditions. For Season Six, AMERICAN IDOL traveled to Los Angeles, San Antonio, Birmingham, Memphis, New York City, Minneapolis and Seattle in search of the next American Idol.

The hottest show on television returns for its highly anticipated sixth season with new contestants and the best and worst of auditions. In tonight's conclusion of the 2-night, 4-hour season premiere, the AMERICAN IDOL judges continue their quest for the next singing superstar.

AMERICAN IDOL continues its search for the next singing superstar with an all-new hour featuring the best and worst of auditions.

AMERICAN IDOL goes to the Big Apple! Don't miss this special two-hour episode featuring auditions from New York City as AMERICAN IDOL continues with Auditions #4: New York City.

AMERICAN IDOL goes for some Southern hospitality!

AMERICAN IDOL travels to Los Angeles, where some IDOL hopefuls will get a golden ticket to nearby Hollywood and others will get disappointing news. Catch this night of unforgettable auditions as the judges continue their quest to find the next singing superstar.

AMERICAN IDOL goes deep in the heart of Texas!

Tonight, AMERICAN IDOL presents the Rest of the Best - the final audition show before the contestants go to Hollywood.

Contestants chosen from around the nation endure a grueling rehearsal schedule and pressure-packed auditions as they vie for a coveted spot among the Top 24. Who will survive and who will go home?

Contestants chosen from around the nation have endured the grueling schedule and high-pressure auditions of the Hollywood Round, hoping to impress the judges and secure one of the 24 semifinalist spots. Tonight the judges make their final cuts to determine the Top 24.

Of the 24 semifinalists chosen last week, the Top 12 boys will perform for America for the first time. Then it's up to the viewers to vote for their favorites. Who will survive and who will go home?

Of the 24 semifinalists chosen last week, the Top 12 girls will perform for America for the first time. Then it's up to the viewers to vote for their favorites. Who will survive and who will go home?

The 24 semifinalists performed for America this week, and the viewers have determined their fate. Tonight, four contestants - two males and two females - will go home, leaving 20 finalists vying for the American Idol crown.

Having survived last week's competition, the Top 10 boys perform again for America. After the show, the viewers will vote for their favorites.

The Top 10 girls perform for America, hoping to win enough votes to stay in the competition. Who will be back to sing next week?

The 20 remaining semifinalists performed this week and the viewers voted for their favorites. Tonight, the four contestants - two males and two females - who received the fewest votes will go home, leaving 16 semifinalists to vie for the American Idol crown.

The remaining eight boys will perform for America and the viewers will vote for their favorites after the show. Who will sing again, and who will go home?

AMERICAN IDOL marks its 200th episode milestone tonight as the remaining eight girls sing for America. After the show, the viewers will vote for their favorites. Who will be back next week and who will go home?

In the most dramatic results show of the season thus far, four more semifinalists - two boys and two girls - will go home, leaving the Top 12 finalists to vie for the American Idol crown.

Tonight the Top 12 finalists perform LIVE for the nation, vying for the American Idol crown. In this special two-hour show, the contestants will sing their hearts out in hopes of winning America's vote and surviving another week in the competition.

Last night, AMERICAN IDOL's Top 12 sang their hearts out in hopes of winning America over. Tonight, the finalist who received the fewest votes will be eliminated from the race for the American Idol crown LIVE on the AMERICAN IDOL Results Show.+

Tonight the remaining 11 finalists perform LIVE for the nation, vying for the American Idol crown. The contestants will sing their hearts out in hopes of winning America's votes and surviving another week in the competition.

Last night, the Top 11 finalists sang their hearts out in hopes of winning America over. Find out tonight LIVE who will return to sing next week.

Tonight the Top 10 finalists will perform LIVE for the nation, vying for the American Idol crown. The contestants will sing their hearts out in hopes of winning America's vote and surviving another week in the competition.

Last night, the Top 10 Finalists sang their hearts out in hopes of winning America over. Find out tonight LIVE who will go home and who will be among the Top 9 and sing again next week.

Tonight the Top 9 finalists will perform LIVE for the nation after being coached by legendary vocalist Tony Bennett.

Last night, after coaching by legendary singer Tony Bennett, the Top 9 finalists sang their hearts out in hopes of winning America's votes. Tune in tonight to enjoy a special LIVE performance by Bennett. The contestant receiving the fewest votes will be eliminated from the competition on the AMERICAN IDOL results show.

Tonight on AMERICAN IDOL the Top 8 finalists will perform LIVE for the nation, vying for the American Idol crown. Platinum-selling vocalist Jennifer Lopez coaches the contestants before they perform on stage in hopes of winning America's vote and surviving another week.

Last night, the Top 8 finalists sang their hearts out in hopes of winning America over.

Tonight the Top 7 finalists will perform LIVE for the nation, vying for the American Idol crown. Top female country artist Martina McBride mentors the contestants before they perform on stage in hopes of winning America's vote and surviving another week.

Last night, after being mentored by award-winning country artist Martina McBride, the Top 7 finalists sang their hearts out in hopes of winning America over. Find out tonight who will sing again next week and who will go home, and enjoy a live performance by McBride on this special one-hour AMERICAN IDOL Results Show.

Tonight AMERICAN IDOL partners with Charity Projects Entertainment Fund to raise awareness and money for young people living in extreme poverty in America and Africa. The Top 6 finalists will perform for the nation, singing songs related to compassion and hope during a "Life Anthems"-themed episode. On this special night, viewers can help change the lives of the truly needy as AMERICAN IDOL sponsors Coca-Cola and AT&T, along with additional partners, will donate money for every vote cast.

Tonight the Top 5 finalists will perform rock songs LIVE for the nation, vying for the AMERICAN IDOL crown. Legendary rock band Bon Jovi mentors the contestants before they sing their hearts out in hopes of winning America's vote and surviving another week in the competition.

Last night, the Top 5 finalists sang their hearts out in hopes of winning America over.

Tonight the Top 4 finalists will perform LIVE for the nation, vying for the American Idol crown. The contestants sing their hearts out in hopes of winning America's vote and surviving another week in the competition.

Last night, the Top 4 finalists sang their hearts out in hopes of winning America over.

Tonight the Top 3 finalists will perform LIVE for the nation, vying for the American Idol crown. The contestants will sing their hearts out in hopes of winning America's vote and the coveted opportunity to compete in next week's season finale.

TV's hottest show revs up to a crescendo! Last night, the Top 3 finalists sang their hearts out in hopes of winning America over. Find out tonight LIVE which two finalists will compete in next week's exciting season finale. The contestant receiving the fewest votes will be eliminated from the competition on the AMERICAN IDOL results show.

On tonight's exciting performance show, the last of the season, the final two contestants will battle it out LIVE at the famed Kodak Theatre in Hollywood. One will be the next American Idol and one will go home. The Final 2 face the music on Part 1 of the season finale.

The most anticipated night of the television season is here! Two finalists, one American Idol - find out tonight who America has chosen. The Top 12 reunite on the Kodak Theatre stage one last time before the newest American Idol is crowned.