American Idol

American Idol 18: Layla Spring wins fan vote during DWTS finale

After a public vote, American Idol 18 will have Layla Spring move forward — the results were announced during tonight’s DWTS finale.

Even though American Idol season 18 is going to be premiering next year, we’ve already got some news all about it!

There is no longer a reason for speculation: Ryan Seacrest will be returning as the host for American Idol season 18!

Just in case you were worried that Katy Perry and the full American Idol judging panel would be returning for season 18, here’s good news.

As we look towards American Idol season 18, there remain all sorts of questions about the future of certain judges.

Who is the winner of American Idol season 17 — Alejandro Aranda, Laine Hardy, or Madison VanDenburg? This show was UNPREDICTABLE.

We know there will be an American Idol season 18 over on ABC, but what else is worth noting about it at the moment?

Will Alejandro Aranda, Laine Hardy, or Madison VanDenburg win American Idol? We discuss that further in our new contestant rankings now.

While it may take some time to know officially all of the finer details of American Idol season 18, rest assured it’s happening.

Given that the American Idol finale is coming up on ABC next week, that makes the big showdown next week all the more important.