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Danny Gokey, a church music director from Milwaukee, is a Top 12 finalist on "American Idol" Season 8. His version of Mariah Carey's "Hero" wowed judges and fans, who picked him to be a semifinalist. Gokey's wife died from a heart condition four weeks before he auditioned in Kansas City. Gokey said on the show that he hopes people can get to know his wife through his performance.
For 'American Idol' news and episode recaps, click here.
To see photos of Danny Gokey, cli...
For 'American Idol' news and episode recaps, click here.
To see photos of Danny Gokey, cli...
Danny Gokey, a church music director from Milwaukee, is a Top 12 finalist on "American Idol" Season 8. His version of Mariah Carey's "Hero" wowed judges and fans, who picked him to be a semifinalist. Gokey's wife died from a heart condition four weeks before he auditioned in Kansas City. Gokey said on the show that he hopes people can get to know his wife through his performance.
For 'American Idol' news and episode recaps, click here.
To see photos of Danny Gokey, click here.
For 'American Idol' news and episode recaps, click here.
To see photos of Danny Gokey, click here.
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Danny Gokey announces birth of his son
You can call Danny Gokey "Daddy Gokey" now — the Season 8 third-place finalist on "American Idol" welcomed a son on Sunday with his wife, Leyicet. Daniel Emanuel Gokey weighed in at 8 pounds, 11 ounces and was born just before 10 p.m. EST,...
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Danny Gokey and Leyicet Peralta engaged, set to wed in January
Ministry of GossipDanny Gokey of "American Idol" fame is engaged to girlfriend Leyicet Peralta, with the wedding right around the corner. Danny Gokey and Leyicet Peralta say they're set to walk down the aisle in late January.... -
Wynonna Judd engaged to drummer Cactus Moser
Ministry of GossipWynonna Judd got engaged to Cactus Moser on Christmas Eve. Wynonna Judd and Cactus Moser have been touring together as Wynonna and the Big Noise.... -
Diana DeGarmo and Ace Young find post-'Idol' romance
Ministry of GossipDiana DeGarmo and Ace Young are dating. Diana DeGarmo and Ace Young's romance actually started on the set of the Broadway revival of "Hair," not courtesy of "American Idol"... -
Summer tours may be in a slump, but are Idols recession-proof?
Idol TrackerThis summer’s concert season is shaping up to be one of the most challenging yet for promoters and touring acts alike. Recent weeks have brought news of cancellations across all genres, from Christina Aguilera’s nationwide tour to select dates... -
The ultimate 'American Idol' power ranking: 120 contestants on, Kelly Clarkson still reigns supreme
Idol TrackerIt's often been said that "American Idol" is really just a popularity contest. Sure, singing and showmanship is important, as is a contestant's back-story and TV persona, but when it comes to advancing in the competition, many an inferior vocalist have... -
Rate it: Danny Gokey's first single, 'It's Only,' hits the radio
Idol TrackerDanny Gokey premiered his first single, âItâs Only,â on Milwaukee 106.1 FM on Friday morning. According to MJ's Big Blog, the song is written by Dave and Charles from Lady Antebellum and produced by Carrie Underwood producer Mark Bright. Listen to... -
'Idol Gives Back' minute-by-minute (extended edition): All the action from the 'Idol' studio
Idol TrackerIt was a strange Wednesday night in the Idol-dome. With the painful images of people in need, the awkwardly out-of-place stand-up-comedy bits, a looming elimination and President Obama going Randy Jackson on us, making heads or tails of it all was a... -
Monday morning 'Idol' wrap: Crystal Bowersox 'wants it'; Siobhan Magnus gets inked
Idol TrackerNow that you've had a weekend to catch up on your sleep after last week's "Idol" excitement (the emotional upheaval of "Idol Gives Back!"! Tim's expected-for-so-long-it-was-unexpected ouster!), let's get you all caught up on the latest "American Idol"... -
For some 'Idol' alumni, Nashville flooding hits home
Idol TrackerNashville, home of country music, is also home to a fair number of "American Idol" alumni. So when the storms over the weekend flooded the town -- putting landmarks such as the Grand Ole Opry and its adjoining hotel under 10 feet of water -- many of... -
Next week's 'Idol': Music from the movies; mentor Jamie Foxx, the sequel
Idol TrackerIt was just over a year ago that Jamie Foxx took his first turn as an "American Idol" mentor. He was tasked with shepherding Season 8's Final 5 -- Kris Allen, Adam Lambert, Danny Gokey, Allison Iraheta and Matt Giraud -- through Rat Pack week last year,... -
The case for Casey
Idol TrackerStaring down Season 9's Top 50 some five months ago, it's easy to see how someone such as Casey James could have gotten written off early on and not be taken seriously as a contender for the "American Idol" crown. Sure, the Fort Worth native was a looker,...
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