Television's No. 1 series returns for its highly anticipated 11th season with brand new contestants, a superstar judging panel and the best and worst of auditions. Host Ryan Seacrest and judges Randy Jackson, Jennifer Lopez and Steven Tyler traveled across the country to Charleston & Savannah where the good, the bad and the outrageous auditioned for their shot at stardom. This season promises to deliver the most talented group of singers yet and as always, it's up to the viewers to root and vote for their favorite contestants, ultimately crowning the next American Idol.

The auditions continue on the second part of three-night season premiere of American Idolas the judges continue their quest to find the next singing superstar from Pittsburgh, PA.

The auditions continue on a special, extended primetime broadcast of American Idolas the judges continue their quest to find the next singing superstar from San Diego, CA.

More auditions are featured on American Idol as the judges try to find the next singing superstar. Don't miss the auditions that everyone will be talking about the next day from Aspen, CO.

The auditions continue on American Idol as the judges travel to Galveston, TX to search for the next singing superstar. Don't miss another round of good, bad and outrageous auditions.

The auditions continue on the new season of American Idol, as the judges travel to Portland, OR in search for the next singing superstar.

In an American Idol exclusive, Madonna will world preview the video for her new single, "Give Me All Your Luvin," featuring Nicki Minaj and M.I.A. Plus, more auditions this time from St. Louis, MO as the judges resume their search to find the next singing superstar.

The Hollywood Round begins as Randy, Jennifer and Steven narrow down the auditioncontestants to see who may get a semifinal spot.

The Hollywood Round continues as Randy, Jennifer and Steven narrow down the remaining contestants to see who gets a semifinal spot.

The Hollywood Round continues as Randy, Jennifer and Steven narrow down the contestants after listening to the Group Round Performances.

Another performance round finds judges Randy, Jennifer and Steven narrowing down the contestants even further in the Las Vegas Round.

Contestants try one last time to impress the judges, singing for their lives to prove who deserves to make it to the semi final round. For some, it's the end of the road, but for the first group of semifinalists whose names will be revealed tonight, the next part of the journey is about to begin.

The Hollywood Round of the competition comes to a dramatic end when Randy, Jennifer and Steven reveal this season's remaining semifinalists.

With 5 spots open for the Top 10, the guys perform on the Idol stage to show America that they have what it takes to be the next American Idol. One boy gets added to the mix and makes the Top 12 Boys into the Top 13 Boys. They reveal him toward the end of the show.

The Top 12 Girls take to the stage and show off their vocals to prove to the judges that they have what it takes. Randy, Steven and Jennifer listen as the girls impress and bore them.

The results are in from the two nights and the Top 10 spots that America chose are open for grabs. On top of it, the judges make up a sing-off with six contestants to see who will make their 3 Wild Card picks. The Top 13 Finalists are chosen.

The AMERICAN IDOL finalists perform live hoping to impress the judges and the nation. After the performances, it is up to America to vote. Tune in to see who amazes the judges and who falls flat.

It's that time of the week where one finalist will be eliminated from the competition. Tune in to see who faces the chopping block and is sent home after America's vote is revealed LIVE.

The remaining contestants compete for their spot in the competition and Ryan comes out and reveals that one contestant was eliminated due to an outstanding warrant. Who stood out in the competition to be able to claim the night?

The results are in and after the elimination of Jermaine Jones from outstanding warrants, the show goes on with another elimination. Musical Guests: Demi Lovato and Chris Daughtry.

The 10 AMERICAN IDOL finalists perform live once again hoping to impress the judges and America. After the performances, it is up to the nation to vote for their favorites. Tune in to see who amazes the judges and who falls flat.

It's that time of the week where one of the 11 remaining finalists will be eliminated from the competition. Tune in to see who does not make the cut after America's vote is revealed live.

The Top AMERICAN IDOL finalists perform live once again hoping to excite the judges and the nation. After the performances, it is up to America to vote for their favorite singers. Tune in to see who amazes the judges and who falls flat.

It's that time of the week where one of the finalists will be eliminated from the competition. Tune in to see who does not make the cut after the nation's vote is revealed live.

Hollie Cavanagh, Elise Testone, Colton Dixon, Skylar Laine, Jessica Sanchez, Joshua Ledet, Deandre Brackensick and Phillip Phillips sing for their time on American Idol. This week it is 80's Week. Mentors Gwen Stefani and Tony Kanal join Jimmy Iovine.

Results Time and for Hollie Cavanagh, Elise Testone, Colton Dixon, Skylar Laine, Jessica Sanchez, Joshua Ledet, Deandre Brackensick and Phillip Phillips it could be the end of the road for one of them as 8 becomes 7. Musical Guests: "The Wanted" and Kelly Pickler.

The remaining AMERICAN IDOL finalists perform live once again to win the hearts of the judges and the nation. After the performances, it is up to America to vote for their favorite singers to keep them in the competition. Tune in to see who impresses the judges and who falls flat.

It's that time of the week when another finalist will be eliminated from the competition. Tune in to see who doesn't make the cut after the nation's vote is revealed live.

Hollie Cavanagh, Elise Testone, Colton Dixon, Skylar Laine, Jessica Sanchez, Joshua Ledet, and Phillip Phillips perform for the votes again as they sing 2 songs. One from the present and one from the past. Which singers will outshine and get the votes to be able to go into the next round?

Results Night kicks off and Hollie Cavanagh, Elise Testone, Colton Dixon, Skylar Laine, Jessica Sanchez, Joshua Ledet, and Phillip Phillips are in danger of leaving the competition for good. Musical Guests: LMFAO and Kris Allen.

Jessica Sanchez, Josh Ledet, Hollie Cavanaugh, Skylar Laine, Phillip Phillips and Elise Testone perform to the hits of Queen as they sing for the votes.

The Results are in and for Jessica Sanchez, Josh Ledet, Hollie Cavanaugh, Skylar Laine, Phillip Phillips and Elise Testone it could mean the end of their time on Idol. Musical Guests: Stefano Langone and Katy Perry.

The singers perform. The theme is British music.

One singer is eliminated. Performing: Carrie Underwood and Coldplay.

With Skylar Laine out of the running, it is down to four. Hollie Cavanaugh, Joshua Ledet, Phillip Phillips and Jessica Sanchez sing to a “California Dreaming” theme and sing a song they wish they had written.

Hollie Cavanaugh, Jessica Sanchez, Joshua Ledet and Phillip Phillips wait for the results to see who is making it into the Top 3 and hometown visits. Musical Guests: David Cook and Jennifer Lopez.

With Hollie Cavanaugh out of the competition, it is up to Joshua Ledet, Jessica Sanchez and Phillip Phillips to make it to the end. Three rounds of singing tonight. First round will be judges' choice. Second round will be contestants' choice. Third round will be Jimmy Iovine's choice. Who will make it through to the Top 2?

The results are in and for Joshua Ledet, Jessica Sanchez and Phillip Phillips, it is the end of the road to the title for one of them. Musical Guests: Lisa Marie Presley and Adam Lambert .

It is down to Jessica Sanchez and Phillip Phillips in the Finale of American Idol. With 3 songs each, who will be the next American Idol? Musical Guests: Jason Derulo and Scotty McCreery.

The Results are in and a night of performances from multi-platinum recording artists is underway as 132 million votes decide the next winner of American Idol. As the the lights fade for the final time of the season, the winner of American Idol is...