American Idol 'American Idol' host Ryan Seacrest announces huge Season 19 twist: "It's the biggest shakeup in 'Idol' history!" 04/13/2021 American Idol has announced a huge Season 19 twist that will definitely shake things up going forward! Read More RELATED NEWS 'American Idol' runner-up Willie Spence dead at age 23 after car crash in Tennessee'American Idol' crowns Chayce Beckham its Season 19 winner over runner-up Willie Spence'American Idol' ousts Casey Bishop leaving Grace Kinstler, Chayce Beckham and Willie Spence as Top 3 finale finalists TAGS: American Idol Paula Abdul Simon Cowell Randy Jackson Ryan Seacrest Katy Perry Lionel Richie