Breaking News:13 Things That Happen on the ‘American Idol’ That Are Totally Fake:All Fans Take Note.

American Idol’s Orchestrated Drama Behind the Music.

While American Idol has launched the careers of musical superstars, the hit reality singing competition has long been dogged by allegations that it’s more fiction than fact.

From manufactured feuds between judges to pre-determined contestant roles and suspect voting results, former participants and industry insiders have pulled back the curtain on the show’s sordid production tactics. Contestants have spoken out about being manipulated, misled, and even sabotaged by producers hellbent on fabricating high-drama storylines and controlling every aspect of the intense competition – all for the sake of rating gold.