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Katy Perry, American Idol and Douglas Kiker

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Douglas Kiker, Viral ‘American Idol' Contestant Who Made Katy Perry Tear Up at Audition, Dies at 32

Douglas Kiker, a contestant on "American Idol" Season 18 who memorably moved series judge Katy Perry to tears with his audition performance, has died. He was 32 years old. Kiker's sisters, Angela Evans and Donna Kiker Carrillos-Ramirez,

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Doug Kiker, “American Idol” Contestant Who Moved Katy Perry to Tears, Dies at 32: 'You Will Be Forever Missed'

The former contestant, who worked as a garbage collector, wowed judge Perry with his rendition of Rascal Flatts' "God Bless This Broken Road"

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How Did Douglas Kiker Get Famous? American Idol Alum’s Inspiring Audition That Moved Katy Perry to Tears

Doug Kiker, the American Idol singer, rose to fame with his raw talent but faced struggles before his tragic passing at 32. Here's his story.

American Idol, Carrie Underwood

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When is 'American Idol' on? How to watch Season 23 with country star Carrie Underwood

America's favorite reality singing competition show has returned for Season 23. Here's how to watch the new season, with new judge Carrie Underwood.

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Is Carrie Underwood or Katy Perry the Better ‘American Idol’ Judge? Fans Weigh In After Premiere

Underwood received rave reviews for her first episode, with many viewers taking to X to admit that they prefer her over Perry. “Carrie is so much better than Katy Perry,” one person wrote. Another said, “Jukebox Carrie Underwood is way better than Katy Perry sorry not sorry,” and someone else added, “Hate to say this… I’m glad Katy left.”

Watch: 7 of the most surprising ‘American Idol’ winner auditions

From contestants who nearly botched their auditions, to folks who floored the judges, these tryouts from past "Idol" winners are some of the most memorable in the show's history.

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Why Did Katy Perry Leave American Idol? Inside the Pop Star's Decision to Exit the Series Ahead of Season 23

Katy Perry was a judge on ‘American Idol’ for seven years until she announced she was leaving the singing competition in ...

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Why Did Katy Perry Leave ‘American Idol’? Inside Her Departure Decision After 7 Seasons

Katy Perry served as a judge on American Idol for seven seasons before departing the show following Season 22 in 2024. She ...

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Why Is Katy Perry Not on ‘American Idol’ 2025? The Reason

Carrie Underwood replaced Katy as a judge on 'American Idol,' but some fans miss the 'Teenage Dream' hitmaker. Find out why ...

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'American Idol' Showrunner Talks Bringing Carrie Underwood in After Katy Perry Exit, Inauguration Performance

"Katy was a huge cornerstone of 'American Idol' as far as a presence and a personality, so you can never replace her -- It's ...

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‘It's Not Gonna Work.’ American Idol’s Lionel Richie And Luke Bryan Reveal The Songs They’re Tired Of Hearing During Auditions (And Same)

The new season of American Idol has arrived on ABC in the 2025 TV schedule, and Katy Perry’s replacement, Carrie Underwood, ...

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