Katrina Darrell American Idol Bikini Girl
Katrina Darrell shocked the judges of American Idol when she walked in wearing a skimpy bikini. The newest judge Kara DioGuardi immediately disliked Katrina, and let her know it. Fortunately, Simon Cowell, and Randy Jackson voted to send Katrina to Hollywood, which caused Paula Abdul to vote with the guys. Kara was so mad she [...]

Idol Headlines for 1/15/09
‘American Idol’ median viewer age hits 40Oh, no! Is “American Idol” getting … middle-aged?Fox’s singing competition returned for its eighth season Tuesday with a total audience of 30.4 million viewers, or a 9% decline compared with last year’s launch, according to Nielsen Media Research.But a more arresting detail is buried within the numbers. Tuesday’s audience was the oldest ever for an “Idol” season opener, with a median age of 40.3 years. That&

Kara DioGuardi Stands by "Bikini Girl" Attack.
New American Idol judge Kara DioGuardi doesn't regret getting into it with 20-year-old contestant Katrina Darrell -- aka "Bikini Girl" -- on Tuesday's premiere. "I love pretty girls," she said on Ryan Seacrest's KIIS-FM radio show Wednesday. "The thing with bikini girl

American Idol: Kara DioGuardi Is Engaged
The eighth season of American Idol kicked off last night and Kara DioGuardi is not only a new judge, but she is going to be a new wife too! Kara DioGuardi was engaged on December 8th while on vacation in Mexico. Her fiance, Mike McCuddy is a general contractor and a dad! He has a son from a previous relationship. Kara DioGuardi’s rep confirmed the engagement and said, “No wedding date has been planned.” Kara DioGuardi was introduced to American Idol fans last night as the eighth season o

American Idol: Kansas City Auditions
Filed under: OpEd, American Idol, Judges, Reviewcaps, Contestants, Performances, Predictions and Trends(S08E02) Kona kicked off TV Squad's American Idol coverage last night, and the auditions are now in full swing. This episode found Ryan Seacrest and the judges in Kansas City, home of last year's American Idol winner David Cook. In fact, Ryan talked to David Cook's parents, who just happened to be walking down the street! Ok, not really, but they made it seem that way, which was kind of funny. Also, in

Katrina Darrell Bikini Girl American Idol
Katrina Darrell Bikini Girl American Idol - Katrina Darrell aka American Idol bikini girl picture and video are here.Katrina Darrell is the first contestant to appear on American Idol wearing only a bikini girl.Darrell had Simon Cowell’s and Randy Jackson’s vote but Kara DioGuardi and Paula told her no way.Katrina Darrell said: “I came dressed in [...]

American Idol judge Kara DioGuardi talks about Bikini Girl’s busted face
Kara, “look I’m engaged!” DioGuardi, on 1/13/09. Credit: WENN New judge Kara DioGuardi talked to the man who thought it was a good idea to high five a blind guy, Ryan Seacrest, on his show yesterday. They discussed snotty bikini-wearing contestant Katrina Darrell, now known around the world as “Bikini Girl.” Kara basically said that Bikini [...]

'American Idol' Recap: Second Day Audition in Kansas City, Missouri
Not as eccentric as the first day, the second day audition of 'American Idol' season 8, gives a yes to several people with inspiring stories.

Idol debut tops ratings for TV season
caption='"American Idol" judges, from left, Simon Cowell, Kara DioGuardi, Paula Abdul and Randy Jackson had their work cut out for them in Phoenix.' photoHeight='168'> Jason DeCrow Associated Press "American Idol" judges, from left, Simon Cowell, Kara DioGuardi, Paula Ab

Can Kara DioGuardi win 'American Idol' an Emmy Award?
Kara DioGuardi quickly established herself on last night's premiere of season eight of "American Idol," as a presence on the judging panel. And with the Emmy Awards considering a new category for... [[ This is a content summary only. Visit my website for full links, other content, and more! ]]

Kara DioGuardi, New American Idol Judge
So what do you think of new American Idol judge Kara DioGuardi? I think she’s fab. Much tougher than Paula! It’s nice to have some fresh blood in there. The two seemed to click last night, and as it turns out, they have been friends for 10 years! Abdul met DioGuardi in New York outside a diner. The [...]

IDOL: "Bikini Girl" Outrages New Judge, Blind Contestant Advances
The claws came out on the eighth season premiere of Fox's American Idol Tuesday as new judge Kara DioGuardi made her television debut. To stand out from the crowd, 20-year-old contestant Katrina Darrell decided to wear a barely-there bikini as she auditioned in Phoenix. Can you guess which celeb this bikini bod belongs to? After her rendition of Mariah Carey's "Vision of Love," judges Simon Cowell and Randy Jackson sent her through - but DioGuardi didn't think she had "swing." So DioGuardi re-sa

Should "Bikini Girl" Have Made It to Hollywood on Idol?
Katrina Darrell clashed with new judge Kara DioGuardi, who said her version of Mariah Carey's "Vision of Love" lacked "swing." But after a brief on-air spat with the judge, Darrell, 20, was sent through. Said DioGuardi, "It was probably a good call to wear the bikini at the end of the day." Tell Us: Should "Bikini Girl" have made it through to Hollywood?

IDOL: Jason Castro's Pink-Haired Brother Advances
On Wednesday's American Idol, wannabe singers in Kansas City turned out -- including Michael Castro, the pink-haired brother of last year's finalist Jason Castro. Michael, 20, impressed the judges with his performance of Gavin DeGraw's "In Love With A Girl." "Not bad," Paula Abdul remarked, while Simon Cowell called his performance "goodish." New judge Kara DioGuardi said it was "ballsy" of him...

Tidbits: ‘Idol’ judge defends attack on Bikini Girl
It only took “American Idol’s” judging newbie, Kara DioGuardi, one episode to leave a memorable mark on season eight of the televised talent search.

American Idol is disappointing the audience
The season 8 of American Idol kicked off Tuesday with a new formula hoping to bring the audience to its feet. Well, it didn't worked according to plan, 30.4 million viewers, down 9% compared with the previous year and represented the show's lowest number for a season opener since 2004. Much-anticipated fourth judge as Kara DioGuardi joined Simon, Paula and Randy on the judgment firing line and nothing more.The host, Ryan Seacrest looked l...[ More on WhyFame.com ]

Seacrest out? Out of humility that is.
Ryan Seacrest tried to high-five a blind guy last night on American Idol. This has to be one o the biggest goof ups since Paula Abdul last spoke. Hey, its true. 1 Comment | Posted on 01/14/09, filed under Ryan Seacrest

Kara Dioguardi Picture Gallery
Kara DioGuardi of course is the newest American Idol judge, soon to be one of the most famous women in America. She’s an accomplished pop and dance songwriter and her songs are on albums that have sold more than 100 million copies. It will be interesting to see what kind of judge she will be, and just how she will fit in with the other American Idol judges. One things for sure though, she’s not too hard on the eyes. Here’s some visual evidence, enjoy:

Bikini Girl Is Tops With "American Idol' Audience
DioGuardi was particularly scathing in her criticism, telling the model/clothing designer, "you don't have the chops to sing that song, sweetie" and performing her own version of the song for comparison. To which Darrell shot back, "But your demonstration was not any better." Oh, goodness; could a bikini-clad catfight between Darrell and DioGuardi be in the cards for a future episode? Someone order the inflatable kiddie pool and chocolate pudding! Check out the video of Darrell's auditi

Katrina Darrell Has a Bikini Baring Past
American Idol fans were greeted with the usual sampling of poor auditions on last night's eighth season premiere.But Katrina Darrell provided something most unusual: a bikini-clad rendition of "Vision of Love," replete with a quasi cat fight with new judge Kara DioGuardi.Earlier today, DioGuardi defended her position - that Darrell's lack of singing ability made it ridiculous for Simon Cowell to approve her for Hollywood - but also praised the contestant for thinking outside the box by, well, almost showing

Casey Carlson: Another American Idol Bikini Girl!
Move over, Katrina Darrell.Another season eight hopeful on American Idol has a bikini-baring past.Casey Carlson was universally approved by the judges after her audition last night - and that was without Simon Cowell even seeing her in a bathing suit!Turns out Carlson is part of "Campus Girls USA," a group of young beauties that have posed for a calendar in their swim wear. All proceeds from its sales will go toward the fight against breast cancer.It's a great cause, and - as you can tell from the photos be

Kiefer Sutherland @ Fox’s All Star Party
The hump day gods have shone upon us and given us Kiefer Sutherland, seen here attending the Fox TV Winter All Star Party at MyHouse in Los Angeles.

'American Idol' Bikini Girl Katrina Darrell Hollywood Bound
Preying on newly single Simon Cowell's weakness for bronze girls in skimpy clothes, bikini-clad American Idol contestant Katrina Darrell showed up to auditions wearing nothing more than a string...

American Idol Judge Hottie Kara Dioguardi, Randy Jackson and 'Oh Boys'!
It seems that the men are ruling the new season of singing competition 'American Idol', at least according to judge Randy Jackson.

Kara DioGuardi is Engaged and Other Random Updates
People magazine reports that Kara DioGuardi got engaged back in December to Mike Cuddy, 34 while vacationing in Mexico.