Bangkok--12 Feb--PRpedia
American Idol fans can finally see the latest season first on STAR WORLD! True Vision D 54 The most-watched US TV and the weekly anticipation of this talent show will continue through to the May finale. STAR WORLD is the first pay-TV channel in Asia offering live satellite broadcast of American Idol Season 9.
American Idol maintains its status as one of the most popular shows on American television since its US debut on FOX network in 2002. It is currently the No.1 TV show in the Nielsen Ratings, and is one of only three shows that have stayed No.1 in the US for five consecutive seasons. FOX International Channels brought this smash hit to over 100 markets outside of the US, including Hong Kong, Singapore, Malaysia, Thailand, Indonesia, the Philippines, India, Pakistan, China, Taiwan, and the Middle East through STAR WORLD, and has since become Asia viewers’ favourite.
The show strives to discover the most talented singer in the US, this time with a big change to the judge’s line up in Season Nine. Stepping in to replace original judge Paula Abdul is comedian Ellen DeGeneres. The ever-funny, Emmy-winning talk show host joins the judging panel, sitting alongside returning judges Kara DioGuardi, Simon Cowell and Randy Jackson.
No stranger to the entertainment business, DeGeneres will offer her own unique perspective to the contestants throughout the competition. “I'm thrilled to be the new judge on American Idol”, explains DeGeneres. “I have watched it since the beginning, and have always been a huge fan.”
Last year, the humble singer-songwriter Kris Allen beat glam rocker Adam Lambert to be crowned the Idol’ winner.
Who will take home the coveted title this year?
Don’t miss the all-new season of warblers and wannabes when American Idol returns to STAR WORLD on True Vision D 54.
American Idol 2010: Episode Guide (***Subject to changes)
17.00, 19.00, 23.00 Hrs. on STAR WORLD-True Visions D54
Thursday, Feb. 18 - Hollywood Round
*** Top 24 Semifinalists Announced
Wednesday, Feb. 24 ***LIVE SHOW
Top 12 Female Semifinalists Perform
Thursday, Feb. 25 ***LIVE SHOW
Top 12 Male Semifinalists Perform
Friday, Feb. 26 ***LIVE SHOW
First Results Show: Two Male and Two Female Contestants Eliminated
Wednesday, March 3 ***LIVE SHOW
Top 10 Female Semifinalists Perform
Thursday, March 4 ***LIVE SHOW
Top 10 Male Semifinalists Perform
Friday, March 5 -Results Show ***LIVE SHOW
Two Male and Two Female Contestants Eliminated
Wednesday, March 10 ***LIVE SHOW
Top 8 Female Semifinalists Perform
Thursday, March 11 ***LIVE SHOW
Top 8 Male Semifinalists Perform
Friday, March 12 ***LIVE SHOW
Results Show: Two Male and Two Female Contestants Eliminated
*** Finalists Revealed (top 12)
Wednesday, March 16 ***LIVE SHOW
Finalists Perform
Thursday, March 17 ***LIVE SHOW
Results Show
*** One Contestant Eliminated each week until season finale in May
About STAR WORLD
For audiences across Asia, STAR WORLD is the first choice for top-rated programming from the US and around the world. From all-time favorites to award-winning shows, STAR WORLD features a wide range of entertainment, covering everything from action and drama series, to comedies, talk shows and live international events. Popular and acclaimed hits on STAR WORLD include Heroes, American Idol, 30 Rock, Two and a Half Men, Ugly Betty, Grey’s Anatomy, Private Practice, Desperate Housewives, Friends, and Ghost Whisperer. Launched in 1997, STAR WORLD is currently available in 26 million homes across four services in India/Pakistan, Southeast Asia/Greater China, the Philippines and the Middle East.
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