“Idol” producer talks tonight’s Hollywood Week audition scare

It's a big week on CTV with two brand new shows hitting the airwaves.

A former "American Idol" contestant is heading to Broadway with a character who, it's safe to say, is truly two-faced.

The "American Idol" alum is pulling back from the pop-country tunes that once defined her, and replacing them with ones that reflect her traditional country roots.

If this was 'American Idol,' Tyler's rendition probably wouldn't get him to Hollywood.

Now in its 11th season, American Idol is hoping to get everything just right.

Archuleta will be shooting the drama over the next few weeks.

If the U.S. Supreme Court is willing to listen, rocker Steven Tyler has something "old school" to say about nudity and profanity on broadcast TV.

The 63-year-old singer is engaged...again.

The contestant from the 2007-2008 season says he feels a strong call to serve the church.

All of the judges, as well as the in-house mentor, will return for Season 11 in January.

McCreery has to figure out how to turn victory into a high-level career.

J.Lo, Steven Tyler and Randy Jackson will all be back when the show returns to TV in January.

Aguilera is up for three awards, while Lopez is nominated for two.

Will the singer and actress come back for another year?

The night may be about who actually wins, but I always tune in for the awesome guests.

The 17-year-old beat 16-year-old Lauren Alaina on the 10th season finale.

The teenage matchup marks the youngest in "Idol" history.

It's down to the wire on 'Idol' as the top three battle it out.

The 22-year-old rocker from Santa Cruz, Calif., was tearful after the results were revealed.

Jacob Lusk is out of air on "American Idol."

Casey Abrams was given the heave-ho on "American Idol."

Despite being saved by the judges three weeks ago, Paul McDonald has now been eliminated.

The 19-year-old from Riverside, Calif., says she was barred from a front-row seat.

The contestant said she felt overwhelmed and needed medical assistance.

Pia Toscano is on a high.

Judges unanimously decided to save Casey Abrams during his last-chance performance.

'American Idol' finalist Thia Megia could be gone with the wind come Thursday.

Casey Abrams didn't need any help from his friends to shine on "American Idol."

12 guys and 12 girls have made the cut.

Lopez says despite this season's focus on the contestants' backstories, it's all about the singing.

If clips of the first series of auditions are any indication, Tyler and Lopez will be hugging and kissing more "Idol" wannabes in their inaugural season than Cowell ever did.

Jackson says Jennifer Lopez and Steven Tyler are going to bring "heat" to the new season.

CTV announces highlights from its blockbuster mid-season lineup.

Season 10's Top 12 could be moving into a house together in the Hollywood Hills.

Former "American Idol" judge Simon Cowell says he's happy that Steven Tyler will take his place.

Kara DioGuardi is following Ellen DeGeneres and Simon Cowell out the door at "American Idol."

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A familiar face is coming back to "American Idol," and it's not Paula Abdul or Simon Cowell.

Jennifer Lopez and Steven Tyler have been reported as front-runners for the panel.

People began lining up for wristbands early Thursday morning.

The next "American Idol" may not be able to drive a car.

Crystal may not be the next American Idol, but she still feels like she has won.

Simon Cowell was granted his final wish on "American Idol."

Bret Michaels appeared in fine form on the "American Idol" stage.

"She's already won" said Judi Clapper, 60.

The final competition of this season's "American Idol" was a lovefest.

If the two "American Idol" finalists are feeling any pre-show jitters, they're hiding it well.

Casey James only had an all right night on "American Idol."

The eliminated contestant is not upset he didn't make it to the Top 3.

The credits have rolled on "American Idol" finalist Michael Lynche.

Aaron Kelly won't be doing it his way on "American Idol" anymore.

From Broadway to horror flicks, the eliminated contestant is looking forward to what's ahead.

Not so fast, Crystal Bowersox.

Not enough "American Idol" viewers were inspired to vote for Tim Urban.

The two-hour special will raise funds for U.S. and international charities.

"American Idol" viewers were cruel to Andrew Garcia and Katie Stevens.

Michael "Big Mike" Lynche didn't get the big boot on "American Idol."

The eliminated finalist says the ups and downs of the singing competition were nothing new.

After a string of lackluster performances, Garcia finally wowed the panel.

The odds weren't in Paige Miles' favor on "American Idol."

The eliminated contestant speaks out about being the next to go.

The Top 12 perform songs from the legendary rock band.

Michael "Big Mike" Lynche made Kara DioGuardi cry

Haeley, Michelle, John and Jermaine share their thoughts on being the next to go.

Joining Park out the door was Sellers, a 27-year-old from Joliet, Ill.

The veteran R&B diva wouldn't say which judge she thought was lacking.

"American Idol" semifinalist Lilly Scott is right where she belongs.

Whatever the gender, Cowell, who will leave at the end of the season.

It's good news for Tim Urban and 23 other singers on "American Idol."

Ellen DeGeneres is glad that her "American Idol" debut drew big ratings and high praise from the show's creator, media mogul Simon Fuller. But the real test, she says, was judging herself.

Kara DioGuardi speaks out about how the newest judge fared on her first night.

Ellen DeGeneres, the newest judge on "American Idol," says Simon Cowell is "meaner" than she thought.

Pants. On. The. Ground. With those four words, "General" Larry Platt has gone from "American Idol" reject to Internet sensation.

Simon Cowell, the acerbic Brit who has helped give "American Idol" some of its sharpest — and nastiest — moments, will leave the popular singing show after this season.

Whether it can retain its status this year, and through another decade, is a crucial question.

The 50-year-old Cowell has been with "American Idol" since the series debuted in 2002.

Chidi Benjamin Uzomah Jr. entered the plea Tuesday through an attorney.

Ellen DeGeneres wants to represent the people.

Aspiring "American Idol" contestants in the Los Angeles area have a new challenge.

"We made an offer we feel is very fair to Paula" says Fox's Peter Rice.

The runner up talks about sex, drugs and his "Idol" experiences.