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Jelly Roll underwent a major transformation, losing 200 pounds, and opened up about why he was inspired to make the change.

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Jelly Roll recently underwent a major transformation, losing 200 pounds.

And he opened up about it during an appearance on The Joe Rogan Experience on Dec. 10, specifically going into detail about some health challenges that led to the change. Jelly Roll admitted that he had “multiple heart issues,” even going as far as to say he “could feel myself dying.”

“I started really considering taking the step to try to make a major change in my life,” he said on the podcast. “I thought about it around my birthday ‘cause I knew my next one was 40. You know what, I don’t think I’ve ever met a 500-pound 40-year-old.”

“It felt like I’d already cheated the game. I’d had multiple heart issues,” Jelly Roll continued. “I was like, man, I should really start trying to figure this out. I could feel myself dying.”


Jelly Roll Breaks Down After Receiving Incredible Honor

During his time on The Joe Rogan Experience, Jelly Roll also received an incredible honor.

Host Joe Rogan surprised the musician with a message from Craig Morgan, inviting him to become a member of the Grand Ole Opry. Jelly Roll shared a clip of this moment on his Instagram with a heartfelt message.

“I don’t even know what to say right now y’all,” he wrote. “They invited me to be a member of the Opry. CRAIG MORGAN INVITED ME TO BE A MEMBER OF THE OPRY!!!! I’m honored beyond words and I can’t stop pinching myself. To everyone at the Opry, y’all are like family to me. To Craig Morgan, no matter how many times I say it i’ll never be able to tell you enough how much this has all meant to me. I love you Joe Rogan.”

Craig Morgan left a sweet comment on the post.

“Couldn’t think of anyone more deserving. Welcome home, @jellyroll615,” he said.

As did the Opry.

“We love ya, Jelly! Welcome to the family ♥️,” they commented.


Jelly Roll Details How His Life Has Changed Following Weight Loss

Jelly Roll has been very open about his weight loss, opening up about how his life has changed during a November 2025 appearance on “The Hot Hits With Nic & Loren.”

“I sleep better, I walk better, I talk better … I have more energy,” he detailed, adding that “I’m nicer. “I was a mean, fat person. I was a cocky, arrogant, fat [expletive].”

It was a change he was very happy to make.

“Like what? It’s crazy. Somebody was like, ‘You’re going to get a six-pack and turn into a monster,’ Jelly Roll detailed. “I was like, ‘I’m actually becoming a way better human.’ I don’t hate my life as much. You know what I mean?”

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Simon Cowell’s Son, Eric: 5 Fast Facts You Need to Know https://entertainmentnow.com/american-idol/facts-about-simon-cowells-son-eric-cowell/?adt_ei=[email] https://entertainmentnow.com/american-idol/facts-about-simon-cowells-son-eric-cowell/#respond Thu, 11 Dec 2025 22:07:15 +0000 https://entertainmentnow.com/?p=5597341 Simon Cowell, Lauren Silverman, Eric Cowell

Delve into Simon Cowell's journey of fatherhood with five fast facts about Eric Phillip Cowell and his impact on Simon's life.

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Eleven years ago, Simon Cowell and Lauren Silverman had their first child, Eric Phillip Cowell. Named after the “American Idol” creator’s beloved father, Simon has often said that Eric’s birth changed his life.

“After I lost my parents, I genuinely felt … I would never feel that kind of love for anyone ever again. I thought that was it … until I saw the scan of [Eric] for the first time,” he said during a 2021 appearance on “The Kelly Clarkson Show.” “From that moment I saw the scan, I was like ‘That is it, I’m besotted.’ Now, I cannot imagine my life without him.”

Read on to learn five fast facts about Eric Phillip Cowell.


He’s Named After Simon’s Father

Eric was named after his grandfather and Simon’s father, Eric Selig Phillip Cowell. Simon and Eric were extremely close, and his death in 1999 devastated him.

“I went to Germany for a big conference,” he said on “The Diary of a CEO” podcast in 2024. “I did a big presentation and after some great news I called home. I knew something wasn’t right, I could just tell. I think someone said to my mum, ‘don’t tell Simon while he is there.'”

“I would have swapped all my success to keep him around,” the “America’s Got Talent” judge added. “They were my best friends, I told them everything. It’s like how I feel for Eric, it’s pure love.”


Simon Found New Purpose After Deep Depression

Simon’s mother, Julia, was able to meet and spend time with Eric, but she died a year later. The realization that both of his parents were gone hit him hard. He described himself as going through the motions of work and life, yet feeling as if nothing mattered.

“Particularly when I lost my mom, I was on a downward spiral at that point,” Cowell admitted.

While Simon said that he still has struggles with depression, becoming a father gave him a new perspective on life.

“It changed everything in my life. It made me happy again,” he said.

“I remember the first time I watched “[The] Jungle Book” with him, and I’m looking over and seeing the joy he had watching that movie,” he continued. “It was like, ‘Oh my God, I remember how I felt when I saw “The Jungle Book.”

“Without question [my son Eric saved me],” he admitted.


Eric Was Born on Valentine’s Day

“Very happy to say Eric was born at 17:45pm,” Simon tweeted after Eric was born on February 14, 2014. Healthy and handsome.”

Two days later, he posted the first photo of Eric, writing, “…. now you can see how very handsome little Eric is.”

“I was born to be a dad,” Simon told “Extra TV” in his first interview after Eric was born. He explained how he had spoken to Lauren the morning of February 14. While she was in the U.S., he was in Britain filming “Britain’s Got Talent.” A couple of hours later, Lauren called him to say that she was in labor.

“So we had to find a flight, and I got there with two hours to spare,” he said.


He Has a Big Brother, Adam

While Eric is Lauren and Simon’s first child, she has a son, Adam, with her ex-husband, Andrew Silverman. Born in 2006, he’s eight years older than Eric. Adam isn’t in the spotlight as much as his little brother, but he does show up in family photos.

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He Wants to be in a Rock Band

While Eric has appeared with his dad on “Britain’s Got Talent” and even gave a contestant the coveted Golden Buzzer, many wondered whether he’d follow in his dad’s footsteps when he’s older. But Eric doesn’t want to be a judge when he’s older; he’d rather be on the stage.

“Now [he’s] decided he’s going to audition for “Britain’s Got Talent,” Simon told “Entertainment Tonight” in 2023. I think he wants to be in a rock band. He loves Green Day.” He also revealed that Eric already plays the drums.

“But he’s really serious about it,” he continued. “I don’t know what it is. Maybe because all these kids are auditioning and now he wants to be up there with his friends…  I think, hopefully, he’ll be sitting there in ten or less years’ time.”

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Jordin Sparks Recalls Health Issue That Almost Derailed Her Singing Career https://entertainmentnow.com/american-idol/jordin-sparks-vocal-cord-injury-2008/?adt_ei=[email] https://entertainmentnow.com/american-idol/jordin-sparks-vocal-cord-injury-2008/#respond Thu, 11 Dec 2025 14:54:39 +0000 https://entertainmentnow.com/?p=5598493 Jordin Sparks

Season 6 "American Idol" winner Jordin Sparks has built a stunning career, but a health issue almost derailed her rise to fame.

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Season 6 “American Idol” winner Jordin Sparks has built a stunning career, but a health issue almost derailed her rise to fame. In an interview clip ABC News shared on December 10th, 2025, Sparks recalled suffering a vocal cord injury back in 2008. “Honestly, I didn’t even know that that existed until it happened to me,” she explained of the vocal cord hemorrhaging she experienced. “But it makes sense when you kind of look at it.”

According to Sparks, the sheer volume of singing she did as a contestant and on the subsequent “American Idol” tour, combined with some poor habits, made the injury more likely. “I wasn’t warming up, I wasn’t eating right, I wasn’t getting much sleep,” she admitted. She has since recovered, but the injury could have had a very different outcome.


Sparks Could Have Suffered Permanent Damage

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American Idol Jordin Sparks arrives at the 30th Annual Kennedy Center Honors.

One of the most stunning aspects of Sparks’ “Idol” win was her age. The singer was just 17 when she auditioned, making her one of the youngest winners ever. In 2008, Sparks would still have been a teen, making the injury especially tragic and potentially career-changing. In speaking with ABC News at the time, Dr. Peter Catalano shared just how high the stakes were for Sparks. “It may change your ability to sing certain types of songs,” he said. “Or potentially, if it’s really bad, affect your ability to sing altogether.”

The doctor went on to explain that location makes a huge difference with these types of injuries and would influence Sparks’s overall prognosis. “Depending on where on the vocal chord [the blister] is and how big it is, really determines how it affects one’s voice and whether or not it would be dangerous to someone’s career,” he said. Sparks was placed on bed rest by her medical team, which was an important first step in the healing process.


She Learned an Important Lesson From the Experience

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Sparks has come a long way since her 2008 injury, but she hasn’t forgotten the important lesson it taught her. “It taught me that you really have to take care of yourself,” she explained to ABC News. The singer has gone on to make beautiful music over the years, with her newest album, “No Restrictions,” hitting shelves in September 2024.

Multi-talented Sparks also has plenty of other projects on the horizon. As she shared in her ABC News interview, fans can catch her in a new Christmas movie during the 2025 holiday season. The Roku original film, “Merry Little Mystery,” is her second foray into the Christmas genre, following her 2021 appearance in “A Christmas Treasure.” The movie was released in November 2025.

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Jelly Roll Breaks Down in Tears Over Huge Achievement [VIDEO] https://entertainmentnow.com/american-idol/jelly-roll-invited-grand-old-opry-video/?adt_ei=[email] https://entertainmentnow.com/american-idol/jelly-roll-invited-grand-old-opry-video/#respond Thu, 11 Dec 2025 01:33:06 +0000 https://entertainmentnow.com/?p=5597852 Jelly Roll

Jelly Roll couldn't hold back the tears after the invitation to join the Grand Ole Opry. Watch his emotional reaction to the surprise.

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Jelly Roll received an amazing honor that left him crying happy tears. When the “American Idol” season 23 artist-in-residence was surprised by an invitation to the Grand Ole Opry, he got swept up in the emotional moment. Watch his reaction as he gets the news.


Jelly Roll Is Overcome With Emotion After Getting the Surprise Invitation

During a December 10 appearance on “The Joe Rogan Experience” podcast, the host spoke to the singer about his debut performance at the Grand Old Opry. Jelly Roll called it “the most special night of my life.”

After discussing the dream moment, Rogan surprised him with a message from Craig Morgan, who invited Jelly Roll to become a member of the Opry.

In the prerecorded message, Morgan said, “I’ll never forget meeting you [at] the Grand Ole Opry and how much it meant to me to hear you say my music helped you get through some really tough times.”

He added, “That’s one thing country music does really well. And who would’ve ever dreamed back then that I’d be back at the Opry House today to say, Jelly Roll, you’re officially invited to become a member of the Grand Ole Opry. It’s an honor to say welcome to the family, brother.”

Jelly Roll took to Instagram to share the emotional moment. “I don’t even know what to say right now y’all,” he wrote in the caption.

The singer continued, “They invited me to be a member of the Opry. CRAIG MORGAN INVITED ME TO BE A MEMBER OF THE OPRY!!!! I’m honored beyond words and I can’t stop pinching myself.”

He added, “To everyone at the Opry, y’all are like family to me. To Craig Morgan, no matter how many times I say it I’ll never be able to tell you enough how much this has all meant to me. I love you Joe Rogan.”


Fans Share Excitement Over Jelly Roll’s Amazing News

The comments section of Jelly Roll’s post was flooded with messages congratulating the singer on his huge achievement.

Craig Morgan wrote, “Couldn’t think of anyone more deserving. Welcome home.”

The Opry Instagram account commented, “We love ya, Jelly! Welcome to the family.”

“I cried happy tears for you. No one deserves this as much as you! Well deserved,” one fan wrote. “Congratulations.”

Other fans shared, “This made me cry,” “Well deserved,” and “We made the right guy famous.”

Another fan noted, “Well earned @jellyroll615 and much deserved! Keep your eyes looking toward the heavens and always staying focused on the important things!”

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Kelly Clarkson Records Greeting for Melissa McCarthy’s Voicemail: VIDEO https://entertainmentnow.com/american-idol/melissa-mccarthy-kelly-clarkson-show-voicemail/?adt_ei=[email] https://entertainmentnow.com/american-idol/melissa-mccarthy-kelly-clarkson-show-voicemail/#respond Thu, 11 Dec 2025 00:48:23 +0000 https://entertainmentnow.com/?p=5597822 Kelly Clarkson and Melissa McCarthy

Fans applaud Kelly Clarkson and Melissa McCarthy's memorable segment.

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“American Idol” alum Kelly Clarkson has done great things since competing on and winning the show. She now has her own show, and on an episode of “The Kelly Clarkson Show” on Wednesday, December 10, she was joined by Melissa McCarthy for a very memorable and super playful holiday episode. 


Kelly Clarkson & Melissa McCarthy Play Reindeer Games 

It has been a busy festive season for McCarthy. She recently hosted “Saturday Night Live” for the sixth time on December 6. On the show, she impressed audiences with her humor. She also got into the Christmas spirit with her “mouth horn” and a piano duet with Kenan Thompson. Her opening monologue also included Christmas magic and some fake snow.

Days after her big gig, McCarthy brought the festive cheer again when she appeared on Clarkson’s show to play “Reindeer Games” with her. The game sounds as joyous as you expect it to be, and the two superstars engage in a game of ring toss, reindeer-style. 

Clarkson lost the game, so as a prize, the “Since U Been Gone” singer decided to create a personalized voicemail for McCarthy. The message showcased her incredible vocals and wit and was made to the tune of “Hark the Herald Angels Sing.”

“Hark, my lady’s phone will ring/But she won’t be answering/Nope!/Do not take it personally/It’s not you, but probably,” she began. “Trader Joes and In and Out/She is running all about/Leave a message at the tone/She’s probably home but doesn’t wanna talk to you.”

McCarthy and the audience erupted in cheers and laughter, and the actress was thrilled with her new voicemail. The fun segment was shared on YouTube, giving fans a chance to react and share their thoughts. 


Fans React to Kelly Clarkson & Melissa McCarthy’s Fun Interaction

The YouTube post’s comment section has been flooded with fan reactions. Many people are feeling envious of McCarthy right now. “I think everyone would like a Kelly voicemail greeting. Sign me up. Kelly’s new side hustle…. Like she really needs one,” a comment reads. 

“That was amazing! I want that answering message too!” another person shared. Other reactions include, “LMFAO that’s the best!!! I want that message toooooo…,” “I would donate a $1,000 to a charity of Kelly’s choice for her to sing my voicemail greeting!!!!,” and “Great song.” 

If any future celebrity guests compete in Reindeer Games, they may be looking to lose to get the same prize as McCarthy.

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Watch Alfonso Ribeiro Dance His Way Down the Spirit Tunnel at the ‘Jennifer Hudson Show’ https://entertainmentnow.com/dancing-with-the-stars/alfonso-ribeiro-jennifer-hudson-dance/?adt_ei=[email] https://entertainmentnow.com/dancing-with-the-stars/alfonso-ribeiro-jennifer-hudson-dance/#respond Wed, 10 Dec 2025 21:54:38 +0000 https://entertainmentnow.com/?p=5597624 Alfonso Ribeiro On Jennifer Hudson Show December 10

The host and season 19 winner showed off his moves!

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“Dancing With the Stars” host and season 19 winner, Alfonso Ribeiro, showed off his moves on Wednesday, December 10, as he appeared for an interview on The Jennifer Hudson Show. In keeping with tradition at the talk show, Ribeiro danced his way down what the show has dubbed “The Spirit Tunnel” while Hudson’s staff joyfully hyped him up.

The staff typically performs a jingle for each guest, and Alfonso’s chant today went, “Alfonso’s here! Here at the happy place!” before transitioning to, “Alfonso Ribeiro is here at J-Hud Show!”

The “Fresh Prince of Bel-Air” star moved down the hallway in a sharp black suit which he accented with a pink pocket square.


Fans Were Delighted at Alfonso’s Dance, But Called Him Out for Skipping a Major Move

Fans loved Alfonso’s dance, but jokingly clamored that he should have hit the Carlton, the iconic dance move he popularized during his “Fresh Prince” days. One fan commented on the video, “He’s intentionally not hitting the Carlton at this point. Grad A trolling lol.”

Another exclaimed, “We needed to see the Carlton dance!”

Someone else chimed in, “Buddy still got it. Best entrance to this date and nobody will ever come close,” while another joked, “How you come to the happy place & NOT hit the Carlton. I never been so disappointed!”


Alfonso Reflected On Epic Teamwork in Season 34

In his Jennifer Hudson interview, Alfonso spoke about the teamwork chemistry and good vibes he felt with his comrades during the Team Challenge, which took place during Rock & Roll Hall of Fame Night on November 4. He shared, “We had a great group this year. Our team was Jordan Chiles, Danielle Fishel, Whitney Levitt, and Dylan Efron, and we were great!” He went on to reveal the greatest thing about working with his teammates, saying, “Our pros were so collaborative. Everybody was like, ‘Yes! Oh that’s a great idea!’ Nobody’s ego got in the way.” He joked that he wasn’t trying to call out the other teams for needing an ego check, but joked, “I have seen it.”

The dad of four went on, “It was really just enjoyable to sit back and watch them create. They were supportive even with other people’s partners.”

This recently-concluded season 34 marks Witney Carson’s second “Dancing With the Stars” win. She and her partner, 22-year-old Robert Irwin, claimed the Mirror Ball Trophy. As fans know, Witney first win was in 2014 when she was partnered with Alfonso. Parade says Witney credited Irwin for helping reignite her passion for dance that had been lost in recent years since her first win over a decade ago.

“It meant the world to me to win, and not only because I feel like it’s been a really long time, like, all of my efforts for the last 10 years, just the loss after loss after loss, it can get really hard and really defeating,” she said.

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Scotty McCreery Shares Heartwarming Life Updates & Adorable Moments With Son Avery https://entertainmentnow.com/american-idol/scotty-mccreery-family-son-life-update/?adt_ei=[email] https://entertainmentnow.com/american-idol/scotty-mccreery-family-son-life-update/#respond Wed, 10 Dec 2025 17:32:52 +0000 https://entertainmentnow.com/?p=5597264 Scotty McCreery

The "American Idol" winner reveals how he spends his downtime off the road, including a sweet moment giving son Avery his first golf lesson.

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“American Idol” season 10 winner Scotty McCreery is opening up about how life has been treating him lately, and it’s been a standout year. The country star scored a No. 1 hit on the Billboard Country Airplay chart with “Bottle Rockets,” and he and his wife Gabi also welcomed their second son, Oliver, in September.

As McCreery recently wrapped up his “Two for the Road” tour, he’s been taking some much-needed time off to be with those closest to him, and sharing those precious moments with his fans.


Scotty McCreery Shares Sweet Moments With His Family

After wrapping up his 12-city “Two for the Road tour, Scotty McCreery is now savoring quality time with his family. Taking to Instagram, the “American Idol” winner shared several snapshots of his son Merrick Avery (who goes by Avery), kicking a soccer ball inside a stadium before a performance and visiting the zoo alongside his wife, Gabi Dugal.

Other photos showed Avery enjoying time with his dad on the golf course and even joining him on stage at one of McCreery’s concerts. The singer kept his caption simple, letting the pictures speak for themselves: “Recent family vibes 🍂😎,” he wrote, capturing just how much he cherished these moments with his loved ones.

In a Dec. 2 Instagram post, McCreery shared a video of Avery taking his first golf lesson alongside his dad. The footage showed a 3 year old Avery making an impressive swing, hitting the golf ball. The clip was set to McCreery’s song “Porch,” a heartfelt track that shares a story of unconditional love.


McCreery’s Journey to Fatherhood

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Gabi Dugal McCreery and Scotty McCreery attend the 59th Academy of Country Music Awards.

Fans of McCreery know just how much family means to him, as he often shares life moments in his songs. Before his wife, Dugal, gave birth to their first son, Avery, he released a video for the track “It Matters to Her,” which shared moments of Dugal’s pregnancy and the couple getting ready to become parents for the very first time.

Speaking to Billboard, McCreery explained why he chose to dedicate his music video to documenting his wife’s pregnancy.

“I thought it would be a perfect thing to showcase our journey, pregnancy and that whole nine-month process,” he began.

“Gabi’s doing the hard work, or course, and it’s my job to help her and be there for her and just getting the house ready and getting ourselves ready, the dog ready, everything ready for Avery. The video came out better than I could have imagined. I’m excited for Avery to watch the video a few years from now and see what he thinks,” he shared.

The couple welcomed Avery in October 2022. Three years later, they welcomed a second son, Oliver, born in September. Sharing photos from the hospital on the day he was born, McCreery captioned them, “Oliver Cooke McCreery joined our family on September 18th 🥹🩵 Can’t imagine life without him, we love him so berry much!! 🫐”

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Ryan Seacrest Reveals Headliner for NYE Special This Year https://entertainmentnow.com/american-idol/ryan-seacrest-diana-ross-nye-2026-headliner/?adt_ei=[email] https://entertainmentnow.com/american-idol/ryan-seacrest-diana-ross-nye-2026-headliner/#respond Wed, 10 Dec 2025 14:30:10 +0000 https://entertainmentnow.com/?p=5597144 Ryan Seacrest

'American Idol' host Ryan Seacrest has announced Diana Ross will be the headliner for 'Dick Clark's New Year's Rockin' Eve.'

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Music legend Diana Ross is set to light up Times Square and usher in 2026 with a show-stopping performance on ABC’s “Dick Clark’s New Year’s Rockin’ Eve with Ryan Seacrest.” Leading the nation’s most-watched New Year’s Eve celebration, Ross will headline a record-breaking lineup spanning multiple cities, delivering a dazzling medley of hits and marking one of the most memorable moments in the show’s more than 50-year history.


Diana Ross Takes Center Stage

ABC announced today that Ross will take center stage to celebrate with millions and welcome the new year with magic, style, and unforgettable music.

For her headlining performance, she will feature a spectacular blend of glamour and some of her greatest hits. This includes “I’m Coming Out” and “Upside Down,” which has seen a 373% increase in streams since it was featured in season 5 of “Stranger Things.”

Ross remains one of the most beloved and influential artists in pop culture. She had 12 No. 1 hits on the Billboard Hot 100 with The Supremes, the most for any American group. Ross also had six solo Hot 100 No. 1s.

In the press release, Ross said, “Together we begin a new year. Let’s embrace a new beginning, new opportunities, new joy — a celebration of love, where we all come together as we begin 2026.”


The Biggest NYE Lineup Ever

As we previously reported, this will be the biggest lineup of performers ever for “Dick Clark’s New Year’s Rockin’ Eve” special. Joining Ross on the stage throughout the night will be:

  • 4 Non Blondes
  • 50 Cent
  • AJR
  • BigXthaPlug
  • Chance the Rapper
  • Charlie Puth
  • Chappell Roan
  • Ciara
  • Demi Lovato
  • DJ Cassidy’s Pass the Mic Live! Starring Busta Rhymes, T.I. & Wyclef Jean
  • Filmore
  • Goo Goo Dolls
  • Jess Glynne
  • Jessie Murph
  • Jordan Davis
  • KPop Demon Hunters: The Singing Voices of HUNTR/X – EJAE, Audrey Nuna, and REI AMI
  • Leon Thomas
  • LE SSERAFIM
  • Lil Jon
  • Little Big Town
  • Madison Beer
  • Maren Morris, sponsored by Carnival Cruise Line
  • Mariah Carey
  • New Kids on the Block
  • OneRepublic
  • Pitbull
  • Post Malone
  • Rick Springfield
  • Russell Dickerson
  • The All-American Rejects
  • Tucker Wetmore
  • Zara Larsson

Changes Coming to 2026 Celebration

Besides the biggest lineup ever, we are going to see some other record-breaking moments this year. The New Year’s Eve celebration will also feature the first-ever live Central Time Zone countdown from Chicago. It will also be the longest in the show’s history, with an additional 90 minutes of programming scheduled.

The show will kick off in New York with “American Idol” host, Seacrest, and his co-host Rita Ora. The party will continue through Las Vegas, Chicago, Puerto Rico, and beyond. It all takes place on Wednesday, December 31, from 8:00 p.m. until 4:00 a.m. EST on ABC.

Coverage in Chicago will be led by Chance the Rapper, the former coach on “The Voice.” In Las Vegas, we will see the return of NFL legend Rob Gronkowski, who will co-host alongside “Dancing With the Stars” co-host Julianne Hough. Details for the Puerto Rico celebration have not been released yet.

“Dick Clark’s New Year’s Rockin’ Eve” kicks off live on Wednesday, December 31, at 8/7c on ABC. The special will be available to stream on Hulu the next day.

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"American Idol" host Ryan Seacrest reveals how he will be spending his festive season after his father's passing.

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“American Idol” host Ryan Seacrest is mourning the loss of his beloved father, Gary Seacrest. Gary passed away in October after a long battle with cancer. He was 79. 

The Seacrest family is extremely close, and the passing of their patriarch was felt deeply. It is now the festive season, and this will be the first one Ryan will spend without his father. 


Ryan Seacrest Reveals How He Will Celebrate Christmas 

Seacrest reflected on his loss and his feelings about Christmas in an interview with People. He referred to his father as both a “hero and a best friend.” He continued, “I’m not quite sure what it’ll be like yet because we haven’t been there to experience a Christmas without him. But we’ll certainly honor him.”

The family intends to keep their traditions alive to honor Gary’s memory. “We’ll keep our traditions of making a Caesar salad that he always used to love to do. Pour a little glass of red wine, his favorite, and toast to him,” Seacrest said. “It’ll be a special Christmas.”


Ryan Seacrest Mourns His Father 

Seacrest announced his father’s passing in an Instagram post on October 31. He shared two sweet family photos and two pictures of himself and Gary, including a throwback to when Ryan was a child. In the caption, he shared his thoughts. “It is with a heavy heart that I share with you that my loving father peacefully passed away earlier this week,” he wrote. “My mom, sister, and I have peace knowing he is in a better place and free of any pain or suffering.  We are heartbroken.”

Seacrest ended his message by saying his father would live in their hearts forever and that he was so loved. Fans, celebrities, and loved ones flooded the comment section with their thoughts, sending condolences and messages of love and support for the family during this sad time. 

In the six weeks since his father’s passing, the “Wheel of Fortune” host has been keeping busy, and his Instagram posts have given fans a glimpse into his life and shared what he has been up to. This includes sharing a post about how he will be hosting Dick Clarke’s New Year’s Rockin’ Eve on New Year’s Eve, December 31. His co-host on the evening will be Rita Ora, and his ex-girlfriend, “Dancing with the Stars” professional dancer and current co-host of the show, Julianne Hough, will also be involved.

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Luke Bryan and wife Caroline Boyer Bryan have been married 19 years, but their anniversary celebration wasn't what you'd expect.

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Beloved “American Idol” judge Luke Bryan and his wife, Caroline Boyer Bryan, have been married for 19 years as of December 8th, 2025. However, their anniversary celebration wasn’t what you’d expect. Instead of a big night on the town, the pair got cozy by their fire pit, sharing the night with their pet dogs.

“This is our anniversary post,” Bryan said in an Instagram stories video, as Parade reported. “We stayed at home,” he said. “We’re not even going out to dinner.” The pair looks perfectly cozy together, enjoying the outdoor ambiance with their furry friends. “Happy anniversary,” Bryan wrote. “[Nineteen] amazing years. I love you.”


A Christmas Party Helped Start Their Long-lasting Union

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Bryan and Boyer Bryan proved they don’t need a big spectacle to celebrate their love this year, and their relationship has truly stood the test of time. In 2012, Bryan spoke to HuffPost about how their love story started. He shared that the pair first met during their college days in the late ’90s, but it was a Christmas party half a decade later that finally sealed the deal.

“We dated in college and then we broke up for like 5 1/2 years and got back together…” he said. The two reunited at a show Bryan was playing at a local bar. “We kinda saw each other and talked a little bit, and then started emailing back and forth a little bit,” he recalled. “And she was like, ‘Hey, you want to come to my family’s Christmas party?'” According to Bryan, attending that party set the wheels in motion for their happily ever after.


Boyer Bryan Kept Them Afloat During Her Husband’s Early Career

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Caroline Boyer and Luke Bryan attend The 56th Annual CMA Awards at Bridgestone Arena.

Bryan has built plenty of wealth and fame over the years, but show business success doesn’t happen overnight. As People reported, it was actually his wife who kept their household finances in line early in his career. During an appearance on the “Pickler & Ben” podcast, the singer gave Boyer Bryan credit for supporting him after they tied the knot. “When we got married, her career supported me when I was making about $10,000 a year,” he said. “She was the one bringing in the dough.”

They have certainly come a long way since then, and Bryan has found success on “American Idol” and with his music career. Together, they have raised five children, including their biological sons Bo and Tate. Bryan and Boyer Bryan also stepped in to care for the singer’s sister’s children after she passed away unexpectedly. Nineteen years of marriage is a huge accomplishment, and the couple seems as united as ever.

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