The murder of American Idol contestant Freddie McClendon’s dad became a national sensation. Learn how he honored his father ...

"American Idol" contestant Freddie McClendon shared the devastating story of his late father Davis McClendon through a ...

Freddie McClendon stepped in front of judges Carrie Underwood, Lionel Richie and Luke Bryan and shared a song that tugged at their heartstrings.

In a powerful audition, Freddie McClendon pays tribute to his father, who was tragically murdered, with the original song ...

One American Idol hopeful has found a way to chase his dreams and honor his father — all while making Carrie Underwood cry.

American Idol's March 24, 2025, episode featured various remarkable performances. One of the participants who advanced to the ...

Freddie McClendon moved everyone to tears when he dedicated a song to his late father, Davis McClendon, during his audition ...

Freddie McClendon, whose "Idol" audition honored his dad, said Davis McClendon was more than "just the true-crime story of the week." ...

When 19-year-old Freddie McClendon stepped in front of judges Carrie Underwood, Lionel Richie, and Luke Bryan to sing, he shared a song that tugged at their heartstrings. The original song ...

Greenwood’s Freddie McClendon props his feet up on a couch in a backstage area at American Idol auditions, while waiting ...