"American Idol" is back and all new. Season 23 of the reality singing competition show that helped catapult Kelly Clarkson into stardom kicked off Sunday with some changes to the judges' panel.

(NEXSTAR) – Douglas Kiker, the garbage collector who touched hearts with his singing voice on “American Idol” has died, his family announced on social media. His sister, Angela Evans ...

“American Idol” alum Doug Kiker has died at 32. His sister, Angela Evans, confirmed his passing in a touching Facebook post. “It is with a heavy heart that we have to announce the passing of ...

Former ‘American Idol’ contestant, Doug Kiker, who previously worked as a garbage collector, has died. He was 32. No cause of death was given. His sister Angela announced on her Facebook page ...

Former “American Idol” contestant Doug Kiker was reportedly hospitalized five days before his shocking death, after his concerning appearance allegedly prompted a passerby to call paramedics.

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 ...

“American Idol” alum Doug Kiker sparked concern for his health and safety when a worried good Samaritan saw the singer looking unwell on a Denver street before his death. The passerby noticed ...

You can find her on X @MichelleMcGahan. Languages: English. American Idol fans are mourning the loss of Douglas Kiker, the "Singing Garbage Man" spotlighted in Season 18. "It is with a heavy heart ...

It was revealed back on New Year’s Eve during ABC’s New Year's Rockin' Eve broadcast that one of this season’s three American Idol Platinum ticket winners for 2025 was Filo Ebid, when Ryan ...

Former “American Idol” contestant Doug Kiker has died. He was 32. Billboard.com reported that Kiker’s sister, Angela Evans, firs shared the news of his death on Facebook. “It is with a ...