A Pennsylvania singer is in the running to be America’s next pop star. Penny Samar, a 23-year-old cafe manager from Williamsport, has claimed a spot in the top 24 on this season of “American Idol.” ...

Christina "Penny" Samar of South Williamsport earned her golden ticket to American Idol's Hollywood round on the episode that aired on Sunday, March 23, 2025. She performed a piano-backed version of ...

American Idol season 23 episode 4 aired on March 23, 2025, resulting in 12 contestants advancing to Hollywood Week, including Penny Samar, Jamier, and more. The two-hour broadcast featured 16 ...

SOUTH WILLIAMSPORT, Pa. — Christina "Penny" Samar started her singing career on her grandmother's couch and is now hitting the big stage. Samar auditioned for American Idol, making it to Hollywood.

It looks like “American Idol” artist-in-residence Jelly Roll is a member of the “pink penny club.” On Sunday night’s episode of the singing competition, the country star and rapper quickly became a ...

Christina "Penny" Samar has officially made it to the top 24 after Monday's episode. Now, Samar advances to the voting round next week.

Penny Samar might just be the most unforgettable contestant of this American Idol season—thanks to a glittery outfit, jaw-dropping vocals, and some seriously over-the-top facial expressions. The ...

NEW KENT COUNTY, Va. (WRIC) — New Kent County’s own Grayson Torrence sang her heart out to win a spot in American Idol’s Top 24. During Monday night’s episode of American Idol, Torrence and fellow ...