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Man Hires ‘American Idol’ Icon William Hung to Tell His Boss He’s Quitting: WATCHMan Hires ‘American Idol’ Icon William Hung to Tell His Boss He’s Quitting: WATCHHung sang an original song while breaking the news. Donny MeachamDonny Meacham
Former ‘American Idol’ Contestant Caleb Kennedy Denied Bond After Emotional Court HearingFormer ‘American Idol’ Contestant Caleb Kennedy Denied Bond After Emotional Court HearingKennedy is being charged with felony DUI after a crash killed a South Carolina man. Grace Lenehan VaughnGrace Lenehan VaughnGrace Lenehan VaughnGrace Lenehan Vaughn