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Mar. 16, 2025

'American Idol' Alum Danny Gokey Talks Fourth Baby on the Way — and How He'd Be 'Ready for No. 5'

TheAmerican Idolalum-turned-Christian-music-chart-topper is set to release his fifth studio album,Haven’t Seen It Yet, on April 12 and will soon welcome his fourth child with wife Leyicet in August. While excited about the upcoming substantial changes in both his professional and personal life, Gokey, 38, is still figuring out how to find balance. “I had to learn some things because it’s not easy,” he tells PEOPLE in an exclusive conversation. “Beinga dad is one of my favoritethings in life.

Mar. 16, 2025

'American Idol' Alum David Cook Stars in 'Kinky Boots' — & Already Broke a Pair of Heels!

Kinky Bootsis currently running on Broadway.Come back every weekday at 12:00 p.m. EST to watch People Now streaming live from the Meredith offices in New York City. Get the absolute latest in celebrity news, real-life people stories & the best of fashion and food. Want even more? Watch clips fromyesterday’s People Now. Kinky Bootsis currently running on Broadway. Come back every weekday at 12:00 p.m. EST to watch People Now streaming live from the Meredith offices in New York City.

Mar. 16, 2025

'American Idol' Alum David Francisco Releases Inspirational Song 3 Years After Accident That Almost Killed Him

David Francisco movedAmerican Idoljudges to tears last season before his audition even started. DuringIdol’s Hollywood Week, the Knoxville native revealed that he was crossing an intersection on his bicycle when a distracted driver ran a red light and crashed into him. The 2016 T-bone collision left Francisco instantly paralyzed from the waist down. Despite enduring months of hospital stays and all-day physical therapy sessions, Francisco was in good spirits at his audition about a year and a half later.

Mar. 16, 2025

'American Idol' Alum Doug Kiker Arrested and Charged with Domestic Violence

Photo: Mobile County Jail American Idolseason 18 competitor Doug Kiker was arrested on domestic violence charges,jail recordsshow. Kiker, a garbage man from Alabama, allegedly had an incident with an adult woman who made the 911 call on Thursday, according toTMZ. The outlet also reported that the alleged relationship between theAmericanIdolalum and the woman is unclear. A rep forAmerican Idoldid not immediately respond to PEOPLE’s request to comment. Want to keep up with the latest crime coverage?

Mar. 16, 2025

'American Idol' Alum Gabby Barrett Wants an 'Intimate' Wedding with Cade Foehner

TheAmerican Idolalum opened up to PEOPLE on theCMT Awardsred carpet about her recently announced engagement on Thursday and revealed a few details about her big day. “I’ve been on Pinterest a whole lot, but we’re just enjoying the engagement stage right now,” she told PEOPLE. “Hopefully it won’t be too long [or] too short.” Barrett, 19, also said they haven’t been able to spend as much time together due to their busy schedules as Foehner is currently on his summer Southern Hallelujah Tour.