American Idol 'American Idol' reportedly close to finalizing deal with ABC for March 2018 revival 05/04/2017 American Idol is reportedly likely to be revived on ABC early next year. Read More RELATED NEWS 'American Idol' couple Gabby Barrett and Cade Foehner expecting their first childKaty Perry honors late friend and mentor: "I am incredibly grateful"Bobby Bones joins 'American Idol' as in-house mentor for Season 17 TAGS: America's Got Talent American Idol The Voice World of Dance Harry Connick Jr. Trent Harmon Jennifer Lopez La'Porsha Renae Ryan Seacrest Keith Urban Kelly Ripa