Fantasia News and Photos

Q&A: Fantasia Talks Fitness, Reality TV & Her New Album

Fri, May 10 2013 7:05pm - Source: The BoomBox

Fantasia is feeling the love - and says she hasn't felt this good since winning "American Idol" in 2004.

News: Randy Jackson quits American Idol: “It is time to leave”

Thu, May 09 2013 11:25pm - Source: Clickmusic

Randy Jackson has confirmed that he will leave American Idol at the end of season 12.

On the Charts: Michael Buble, 'Idol' Alum Fantasia on Top

Wed, May 01 2013 4:23pm - Source: Rolling Stone

With her pedigree as a 2004 American Idol winner, Fantasia commands more gold-standard publicity than most above-average R&B singers.

Jessie J Forced To Pay $1.5 Million To Former Manager: Morning Mix

Tue, April 30 2013 12:33pm - Source: Idolator

Jessie J must pay her estranged former manager Raymond Stevenson £1 million (roughly $1.5 million) to settle an ongoing dispute.

Fantasia Barrino -- I Give Up ... Take My House!

Sun, April 28 2013 7:56am - Source: TMZ

Fantasia Barrino didn't get any bites on her North Carolina mansion, so now she's willing to walk away for zero dollars ... by signing it over to the bank.

‘American Idol’: Janelle Says Goobye, Paula Abdul Returns And Clay Aiken & Fantasia Perform

Fri, April 19 2013 2:26pm - Source: Idolator

The ladies have returned from last night's birthday and diva performances to face the results of voting.

'American Idol' Recap: Paula Abdul Returns, Janelle Arthur Goes Home

Fri, April 19 2013 2:02pm - Source: Rolling Stone

The most interesting thing we discovered on last night's episode of American Idol is that Paula Abdul won't return Randy Jackson's phone calls or tweets, but will come when Idol itself calls.

'American Idol' Recap: Candice Glover Steals the Show Again

Thu, April 18 2013 3:07pm - Source: Rolling Stone

Last night on American Idol the producers made the most of the fact that they had managed to concoct an all-female top five.

WATCH: Fantasia On Loving Her Man The Right Way

Thu, April 04 2013 12:22am - Source: The Huffington Post - Entertainment

When love is distant, elusive from her grasp, Fantasia's yearning is fodder for chart-topping hits.

CAN'T GET NO SLEEP AT NIGHT

Mon, March 25 2013 4:06pm - Source: Said the Gramophone

MP3s are only kept online for a short time, and if this entry is from more than a couple of weeks ago, the music probably won't be available to download any more.

‘Face Time: Kelly Clarkson, “Thankful”

Mon, March 18 2013 5:35pm - Source: Pop Dose

Sure, the Man Who Would Be Babyface — Kenneth Edmonds — was born in 1959, but the singer, songwriter, producer, and all-around hit maker extraordinaire began taking baby steps up the Billboard charts the year Michael Jackson's Thriller dominated every chart.

JET Mag to Fantasia Barrino -- We Just Didn't Like Your Photos

Fri, February 22 2013 8:03pm - Source: TMZ

If Fantasia Barrino wanted a better picture of herself on the cover of JET Magazine, she should've given the magazine better pictures ... this according to JET magazine.

'American Idol' Season 12: Carrie Underwood Is Rooting for the Ladies

Tue, February 05 2013 2:36pm - Source: The Boot

Carrie Underwood is watching the current season of "American Idol," not only to support her buddy Keith Urban , but also to cheer on the ladies!

'American Idol' Finalists -- The Show Is NOT RACIST

Sun, January 27 2013 9:01am - Source: TMZ

Four " American Idol " finalists from different seasons -- two of whom are black -- insist the singing competition is many things ... but racist is NOT one of them.

Fantasia, Essence Music Festival 2012: Chanteuse Marries Soul and Church, Tells Critics 'I'm Doing Me'

Mon, July 09 2012 9:24pm - Source: The BoomBox

When Fantasia Barrino kicks off her shoes while holding a microphone, people pay extra close attention.

'American Idol' Finalist Opens Up On 90-Pound Weight Loss

Fri, June 29 2012 5:33pm - Source: The Huffington Post - Entertainment

Two years after appearing on "American Idol" as a finalist, Michael Lynche is gearing up for the release of his self-titled album on August 14.

Fantasia Plans To Release New Album By Year’s End

Thu, June 14 2012 9:05pm - Source: Idolator

It's no secret that Fantasia has had a rough life, causing everyone to wonder whether or not this American Idol alum would be able to make some kind of comeback.

Fantasia Barrino, Joshua Ledet Duet On “Take Me To The Pilot”: Watch

Thu, May 24 2012 7:01pm - Source: Idolator

Phillip Phillips wasn't the only one realizing his dreams on Wednesday night's American Idol Season 11 finale.

'American Idol' Recap: The Home Stretch

Thu, May 24 2012 1:34pm - Source: Rolling Stone

Tonight, tonight, tonight, season eleven of American Idol comes to an end.

Laura Prudom: 'American Idol' Finale: The Winner Is ...

Thu, May 24 2012 2:35am - Source: The Huffington Post - Entertainment

The White Guy With Guitar strikes again!

Reba, 'American Idol' Finale: Songstress to Duet With Skylar Laine

Wed, May 23 2012 6:26pm - Source: The Boot

A country superstar is among the artists headed to the "American Idol" finale tonight night (May 23).

'American Idol' Finalist Joshua Ledet -- Targeted By Male Strippers

Sun, May 20 2012 7:52am - Source: TMZ

He won't be the next " American Idol " ... but recent cast-off Joshua Ledet has already gotten an offer to appear in a real-life stage production ... with a bunch of naked men.

Parents TV Org. to 'AGT' Sponsors -- Don't Waste Ad $$$ on 'Vulgar' Howard Stern

Mon, May 07 2012 8:00am - Source: TMZ

The Parents Television Council is seething with anger over Howard Stern 's new gig on " America's Got Talen t" ... so they fired off a scathing letter to ALL the show's sponsors, threatening them to cut ties or face their wrath.

'American Idol' Recap: Try a Little Tenderness

Thu, April 19 2012 2:59pm - Source: Rolling Stone

Flash an equally dramatic T.S. Eliot quote about how the end is just the beginning.

‘American Idol’: The Top 7 Singers Bring Their A-Game

Thu, April 19 2012 12:15pm - Source: Idolator

It was a Top 7 double dose on American Idol as the contestants each performed a hit from the 2000′s as well as a retro soul song.

'American Idol' Recap: Live for Today

Thu, April 12 2012 1:52pm - Source: Rolling Stone

Now that Deandre Brackensick has been sent packing, most of the fat has finally been cut from this season of American Idol. About time, right?

Where Them Girls At: The-Dream, Keri Hilson and More Explain Songwriters' Gender Disparity

Mon, April 09 2012 2:53pm - Source: The BoomBox

Female anthems have helped keep the music industry afloat.

Fantasia Barrino -- Taking $500,000 Hit After Foreclosure Nightmare

Sat, April 07 2012 7:46am - Source: TMZ

Fantasia Barrino 's finally putting her financially turbulent past behind her -- dumping the giant house in North Carolina she nearly lost to foreclosure in 2009 ... but the therapeutic real estate move is costing her nearly $500K.