While searching for the next pop culture star, Sunday night’s episode of “American Idol” helped honor some musicians who have already reached icon status. During a Rock & Roll Hall of Fame-themed ...

The most impressive showing from week four of auditions was an aspiring preacher with a voice so powerful it blew Lionel Richie away from the judges' desk. And he was only 17, too. Need a break?

In a medley of her greatest hits, Ashanti had "American Idol" judges Luke Bryan, Carrie Underwood and Lionel Richie dancing ...

Play the USA TODAY Daily Crossword Puzzle. Underwood, with a tropical flower in her hair to signal the show's mid-season voyage from California to Hawaii, swayed back and forth and whooped a few ...

“Great meeting you after all these years.” One noted: “Imagine being named after Lionel Richie.” Another added: “Messi’s family recognise greatness.” Richie had previously declared ...

In one such instance, a group's heartfelt move for their blind groupmate earned major appreciation. To add more, Lionel Richie couldn't hold back and joined them on stage for an embrace. Luke Bryan, ...