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What Channel Is American Idol on Hulu

THE singing competition television series American Idol returned for its twentieth season in 2021.

In two decades of American Idol, the series has jump started the careers of contestants such as Carrie Underwood, Kelly Clarkson, Jennifer Hudson and Chris Daughtry among others.

American Idol returns for a twentieth season on February 14

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American Idol returns for a twentieth season on February 14 Credit: Getty Images - Getty

When is American Idol on and how can I watch?

You can tune into the competition on ABC Sunday nights at 8pm, or stream on ABC.com or the ABC app after signing in with your TV service provider.

ABC programming can also be viewed on Hulu.

When is the season premiere of season 20 of American Idol?

Season 20 of American Idol premiered on Sunday, February 14.

The show will air at 8pm ET Sunday nights on ABC. The next episode is March 28.

The winner of American Idol 2020 was Just Sam, née Samantha Diaz, who is a 21-year-old singer-songwriter from Harlem, New York.

A contestant on American Idol

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A contestant on American Idol Credit: Getty Images - Getty

American Idol has jump started the careers of contestants such as Carrie Underwood, Kelly Clarkson, Jennifer Hudson and Chris Daughtry

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American Idol has jump started the careers of contestants such as Carrie Underwood, Kelly Clarkson, Jennifer Hudson and Chris Daughtry Credit: Getty Images - Getty

Who is Erika Perry and why was she labelled 'Karen'?

AMERICAN Idol contestant Erika Perry terrified judges Katy Perry, Lionel Richie and Luke Bryan when she had a meltdown after being eliminated.

The singing hopeful was cut on the March 21, 2021 episode and afterwards, she furiously demanded to "speak to the manager" in disbelief she didn't make it through.

Erika Perry had a meltdown after she was eliminated tonight on American Idol

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Erika Perry had a meltdown after she was eliminated tonight on American Idol

Katy Perry did not appear pleased as Erika had a meltdown following her performance

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Katy Perry did not appear pleased as Erika had a meltdown following her performance

After Erika was eliminated, she asked if the judges if they were "sure" repeatedly before going in to a panic.

"I'm trying to not have an actual b***h fit because I can get angry and sassy real quick," she yelled backstage.

She then approached a producer and asked: "Who's in charge of this? I'd like to speak to the manager.

After being cut, the Idol contestant screamed backstage that she is a 'lunatic'

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After being cut, the Idol contestant screamed backstage that she is a 'lunatic'

"I've been nice for years but I'm tired of being this nice college girl. No! I am done being nice!"

Erika concluded her rant screaming: "I'm a lunatic! Why do you think my ex dumped me? I'm a lunatic I will go f**king psycho!"

Country crooner Luke appeared terrified, and looked over at Lionel who was sitting closest to Erika as she walked out of the theatre.

Fans slammed the antics on Twitter, with one writing: "Wth Erika making a scene. She's gone Karen on American Idol. She want to see the manager."

Was Claudia Conway on American Idol?

Claudia Conway, the daughter of Kellyanne Conway who served as counselor to former President Donald Trump, did appear on this season's American Idol before being voted off.

Claudia stunned her Twitter fans on social media when she announced she had auditioned for American Idol.

The popular Tiktoker posted a series of tweets claiming that she loved singing and her running was not a publicity stunt.

She wrote: "hi also a lot of people think that my being on american idol is a publicity stunt but i can promise you it is not," Conway tweeted."i have been vocally trained and in music for most of my life and did this on my own merit :)"

Claudia is the daughter Kellyanne Conway, a former counselor to President Donald Trump, and conservative lawyer George Conway

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Claudia is the daughter Kellyanne Conway, a former counselor to President Donald Trump, and conservative lawyer George Conway Credit: ABC

Who are the judges for season 20?

American Idol will return with the same judging line up since 2016.

The show's judges are a trio audiences have come to know and love: Luke Bryan, Lionel Richie and Katy Perry.

American Idols trio of judges: Lionel Richie, Katy Perry and Luke Bryan will return on the panel, alongside host Ryan Seacrest

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American Idols trio of judges: Lionel Richie, Katy Perry and Luke Bryan will return on the panel, alongside host Ryan Seacrest Credit: Getty Images - Getty

"Katy, Lionel and Luke are fun, astute and really know how to spot talent," said executive producer and showrunner Trish Kinane on the return of the three judges.

"Their chemistry is undeniable, and we are delighted that they, along with host Ryan Seacrest, are returning to find the next superstar and take American Idol to new heights next season."

Ryan Seacrest, who has fronted the show since it's inception in 2002, will return as host.

What Channel Is American Idol on Hulu

Source: https://www.the-sun.com/entertainment/2300356/american-idol-2021-how-to-watch/