Idols

Idols (2001-2017)

EndedReality showMusic
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Scheduleevery Wednesday at 20:30 (120 min)

Recent Episodes

EpisodeNameAirdate
S06E12Finalavr. 19, 2017
S06E11Liveshowavr. 12, 2017
S06E10Videoclipavr. 5, 2017
S06E09Podiumrondemars 29, 2017
S06E08Curaçao 2mars 22, 2017
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Frequently Asked Questions  Warning: Spoilers

When did the TV show 'Idols' premiere?

The TV show 'Idols' premiered on June 11, 2001.

Who were the original judges on 'Idols'?

The original judges on 'Idols' were Simon Cowell, Randy Jackson, and Paula Abdul.

How many contestants competed in the first season of 'Idols'?

The first season of 'Idols' started with 10,000 contestants.

Who won the first season of 'Idols'?

Kelly Clarkson won the first season of 'Idols'.

How old was Kelly Clarkson when she won 'Idols'?

Kelly Clarkson was 20 years old when she won 'Idols'.

Who were the hosts of 'Idols' in the first season?

The first season of 'Idols' was hosted by Ryan Seacrest and Brian Dunkleman.

How many episodes were there in the first season of 'Idols'?

The first season of 'Idols' had a total of 25 episodes.

How many cities were auditions held in for the first season of 'Idols'?

Auditions for the first season of 'Idols' were held in six cities.

Where was the finale of the first season of 'Idols' held?

The finale of the first season of 'Idols' was held at the Kodak Theatre in Los Angeles, California.

How many votes were cast in the finale of the first season of 'Idols'?

The finale of the first season of 'Idols' received over 15 million votes.

How many albums did Kelly Clarkson release after winning 'Idols'?

Kelly Clarkson released six albums after winning 'Idols'.

Did any other contestants from the first season of 'Idols' achieve success in the music industry?

Yes, other contestants from the first season of 'Idols', such as Justin Guarini and Tamyra Gray, also achieved success in the music industry.

How many people watched the season finale of the first season of 'Idols'?

The season finale of the first season of 'Idols' was watched by over 23 million viewers.

Were there any controversies during the first season of 'Idols'?

Yes, there were controversies during the first season of 'Idols', including claims of favoritism and vote rigging.

Were there any international versions of the TV show 'Idols' based on the American version?

Yes, the American version of 'Idols' inspired various international versions, including 'Pop Idol' in the United Kingdom and 'Nouvelle Star' in France.

Did the success of 'Idols' influence the creation of other reality singing competitions?

Yes, the success of 'Idols' paved the way for other reality singing competitions such as 'The X Factor' and 'The Voice'.

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