Mariah, Urban, Minaj and Randy gear up for 12th season of `American Idol`
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By Bill Zwecker, FOX 32 News Entertainment Reporter - bio | email
CHICAGO (FOX 32 News) -
While out in Los Angeles earlier this week, I attended the FOX Network Midseason Press Tour to interview all the stars of the FOX shows, including host Ryan Seacrest and the judges of "American Idol."
They're gear up for the 12th season of the hit talent show, re-launching next Wednesday and Thursday, right here on FOX 32.
I asked Ryan and Randy Jackson - plus new judges Nicki Minaj, Mariah Carey and Keith Urban - about all the hoopla over the "feud" between Nicki and Mariah.
Is the feud exaggerated? Not really. Here's what Ryan, Randy and Nicki had to say.
FOX entertainment guru Bill Zwecker reviewed "Star Trek: Into Darkness" and "The Ice Man" starring Michael Shannon in the Screening Room Friday. Both are must-see movies, and they open this weekend! Don't miss out!
FOX entertainment guru Bill Zwecker reviewed "Star Trek: Into Darkness" and "The Ice Man" starring Michael Shannon in the Screening Room Friday. Both are must-see movies, and they open this weekend! Don't miss out!
Candice Glover was named the nation's favorite singer on "American Idol" Thursday night, after singing with Aretha Franklin and Chicago native and "Idol" alum Jennifer Hudson. She never, ever gave up on her dream.
Candice Glover was named the nation's favorite singer on "American Idol" Thursday night, after singing with Aretha Franklin and Chicago native and "Idol" alum Jennifer Hudson. She never, ever gave up on her dream.
American Idol will soon name the nation's newest, favorite singer. The last two hopefuls gave their finale performances Wednesday night, and their fate depends on the vote. Bill Zwecker reports.
American Idol will soon name the nation's newest, favorite singer. The last two hopefuls gave their finale performances Wednesday night, and their fate depends on the vote. Bill Zwecker reports.
Golden Globe and Oscar nominee, musician and original Major Margaret "Hot Lips" Houlihan from "MASH," Sally Kellerman introduced her revealing tell-all autobiography "Read My Lips."
Golden Globe and Oscar nominee, musician and original Major Margaret "Hot Lips" Houlihan from "MASH," Sally Kellerman introduced her revealing tell-all autobiography "Read My Lips."
Bill Zwecker has the scoop on Miley Cyrus receiving nasty comments from fans of Selena Gomez and Taylor Swift, Barbara Walters' retirement, Beyonce baby rumors and new judges on"The X-Factor."
Bill Zwecker has the scoop on Miley Cyrus receiving nasty comments from fans of Selena Gomez and Taylor Swift, Barbara Walters' retirement, Beyonce baby rumors and new judges on"The X-Factor."
Bill Zwecker sat down with Chicago native and "The Office" favorite Craig Robinson, who leads in Tyler Perry's new film "Peeples" with Kerry Washington. Bill also says "The Great Gatsby" is a must-see!
Bill Zwecker sat down with Chicago native and "The Office" favorite Craig Robinson, who leads in Tyler Perry's new film "Peeples" with Kerry Washington. Bill also says "The Great Gatsby" is a must-see!
FOX 32's Bill Zwecker has the scoop on "The Great Gatsby" premiere - introduced by Bill and Chaz Ebert - in Chicago, Honey Boo Boo's parents getting hitched and Seth MacFarlane's million-dollar man cave.
FOX 32's Bill Zwecker has the scoop on "The Great Gatsby" premiere - introduced by Bill and Chaz Ebert - in Chicago, Honey Boo Boo's parents getting hitched and Seth MacFarlane's million-dollar man cave.