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Alan Ritchson's Cringe American Idol Audition Serenade to Paula Abdul

March 31, 2026·about 3 hours ago·via AOL.com
Alan Ritchson's Cringe American Idol Audition Serenade to Paula Abdul
Get ready to blush with Reacher star Alan Ritchson, who once dropped to his knees and serenaded Paula Abdul during his American Idol Season 3 audition back in 2004. Singing a flirty twist on Stevie Wonder's "You Are the Sunshine of My Life," he danced seductively and dedicated it to her, leaving Paula giggling and Simon Cowell amused for making her smile. Though Randy Jackson and Cowell questioned his commitment, his charm earned a pass to Hollywood week. Read more about this...

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