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Snooki Makes the SATs: Students Fret Over Reality TV Question
By Ben Muessig - AOL NewsStudents who blew off studying for the SAT may have Snooki to thank when their acceptance letters arrive this spring. On the March 12 college admissions exam, students were asked to write an essay about reality TV and the concept of authenticity, leaving nervous teens to wonder whether Lauren Conrad is as good of a source as Joseph Conrad. "Most people believe that the reality these shows portray is authentic, but they are being misled," the prompt begins, according to The New York Times. The question alludes to shows like "American Idol" and "The Biggest Loser" before asking, "How ...
Chris Medina From 'American Idol' Receives Surprise Donations for Injured Fiancee
By Jane Healey - AOL NewsThough Chris Medina's winning streak on "American Idol" ended surprisingly when he didn't make the Top 24 back on Feb. 23, some of his dreams are still coming true as his personal story continues to touch millions of people. Fans of "American Idol" know the heart-breaking story of Medina, whose fiancee, Juliana Ramos, was critically injured in a 2009 car accident while driving home from work. Ramos' face and skull were severely fractured, and she suffered a traumatic brain injury. Since then, Medina has stuck by Ramos and been one of her primary caretakers as she continues to require ...
Will Paula Abdul Join Simon Cowell's 'The X Factor'? [VIDEOS]
By Mary Phillips-Sandy - AOL NewsPaula Abdul has made it through the first round. Everyone's favorite cantankerous Brit, Simon Cowell, told "Access Hollywood" that he's considering his former "American Idol" co-judge Abdul for a judging spot on his new talent show, "The X Factor," which debuts on Fox this fall. "I've spoken to Paula," Cowell said, adding: "We've taken it down to a smaller group of people and she's in that panel. But, you know, it's more than me who makes the decision." On "The Tonight Show with Jay Leno" last night, Cowell had nothing but praise for Abdul, with whom he famously sparred during their "Idol" ...
Pia Toscano's 'American Idol' Performance Gets Standing Ovation [WATCH HERE]
By JJ Helland - AOL NewsDid we just witness the next "American Idol"? Last night one of the show's contestants, New York makeup artist Pia Toscano, sang a cover of The Pretenders' "I'll Stand by You" tune -- and got some big props for it afterwards. "This is our first standing O of the new season, Idol 10," judge Randy Jackson said. "That was unbelievable." And from judge Jennifer Lopez: "You were saving that for when it counts. It was out of this world." Check out Toscano's standout performance, below. Follow Surge Desk on Twitter. ...
Chris Medina's 'American Idol' Audition Both Attracts and Repels on Twitter
By Torie Bosch - AOL News"American Idol" is still in the audition rounds, but America seems to have already discovered this season's star: Chris Medina. Medina, a 26-year-old who auditioned with The Script's song "Break Even," had Twitter reaching for tissues with his tragic back story. In 2009, his fiancee, Juliana Ramos, was in a serious car accident that left her with a traumatic brain injury. Now, Medina says, he works with Ramos' mother to care for his fiancee. After singing "Break Even," Ramos came out to meet the judges from her wheelchair. Watch: Steven Tyler and Jennifer Lopez weren't the only celebs ...
Alex Lambert Claims He's Homeless, Then Backtracks: Twitter Responds [VIDEOS]
By Mary Phillips-Sandy - AOL NewsIs "American Idol" alum Alex Lambert homeless? That's what he claimed in a series of tweets that prompted concern among his fans. But a spokesperson for 19 Entertainment, the production company that manages many former "Idol" contestants, denied the story and pointed out that Lambert receives a monthly retainer and has been working in the studio. "He's not homeless," the rep said. "I don't know where that came from." The saga began Tuesday night when Lambert said he was "going to freak out if I don't tell y'all the truth," then tweeted this: .bbpBox27242759979008000 ...
The Weird World of Steven Tyler
By Monica Garske - AOL News"American Idol" isn't exactly known for being edgy or weird, but judging by new judge Steven Tyler, times they are a-changin'. Tyler spoke briefly with the press Tuesday about the brand-new season of "American Idol," which kicks off at 8 tonight on Fox. Instead of sugar-coating his new job on the show or touting specific contestants, the outspoken, clearly unpredictable Aerosmith rocker said what he wanted, when he wanted. Even if it made no sense. Michael Becker, FOX Steven Tyler and Jennifer Lopez are the latest celebrities to join Randy Jackson and Ryan Seacrest on "American ...
'General' Larry Platt, 'Pants on the Ground' Rapper: Where Is He Now?
By Jason O'Bryan - AOL News"General" Larry Platt was just one of a host of people who momentarily grabbed the spotlight in 2010 and dominated a news cycle or two while getting their 15 minutes of fame. In this series, AOL News is checking in on 25 of these newsmakers and giving them a 16th minute. "General" Larry Platt Made News in 2010 When He: Sang his original rap "Pants on the Ground" in the Atlanta auditions for "American Idol." The Full Story: Blurring the line between laughing at and laughing with is the bread and butter of reality television, and it's hard to find a better example than "General" Larry ...
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