Idol Gives Back Spoilers
- Mariah Carey performed accompanied by her band and Randy Jackson on the bass.
- Brad Pitt introduced a documentary about hunger in Uganda that former American Idol finalist Daughtry created.
- Dane Cook announced a free download of Alicia Keys documentary about her journey across Africa at AmericanIdol.com.
- The American Idol Top 8 sang "Seasons of Love".
- Sarah Silverman introduced a film report about Angola's struggle with Malaria. Forrest Whitaker hosted the report.
- Gloria Estefan performed "Get On Your Feet" with her band.
- Carrie Underwood performed "Praying for Time".
- YouTube Video: "Praying For Time" (Time: 2:36)
- Annie Lennox showed a video of hungry children struggling in Africa followed by a performance.
- Fergie and John Legend performed "Finally", then Fergie joined the members of Heart for a rendition of "Barracuda". She ended the second performance with a series of cartwheels.
- YouTube Video: Heart and Fergie "Barracuda" (Time: 2:50)
- Billy Crystal introduced Miley Cyrus and offered to teach her about the entertainment business. She gently reminded him that she has two number one albums and a hit movie. She then performed one of her signature songs.
- YouTube Video: American Idol Gives Back Miley Cyrus (Time: 2:07)
- Teri Hatcher Performed "Before He Cheats" with fellow television stars Hugh Laurie, Greg Grunberg, James Denton, Jesse Spencer, and former Bachelor Bob Guiney aka Band From TV.
- Snoop Dogg performed his recently released single "Can't Say Good-bye" with Charlie Wilson and the youth football team Snoop Dogg sponsors.
- YouTube Video: Snoop Dogg Idol Performance (Time: 2:12)
- Maria Shriver explained the importance of donating and volunteering.
- Several celebrities sent in video taped messages urging the audience to phone in. They included: George Lopez (in Spanish), Kylie Minogue, Ben Stiller, Kobe Bryant, Triple H, Mary Murphy, John Cena and Adam Sandler and his dog.
- Jennifer Connelly created an ad that was shown during the show.
- YouTube Video: Jennifer Connelly Clean Water Africa PSA (Time: 1:06)
- The new crop of So You Think You Can Dance contestants danced accompanied by the American Idol Top 9 performing Rihanna's "Don't Stop the Music".
Idol Gives Back Spoilers Links
- American Idol: Idol Gives Back 2008
- MJs Big Blog: Idol Gives Back Spoilers (April 7 , 2008)
- Entertainment Weekly: On the Scene: Idol Gives Back (April 7 2008)
- USA Today: Stars, politicians lend a hand for Wednesday's Idol charity Show (April 8, 2008)
The Mahalo Top 7
- Official Site: Idol Gives Back
- Official MySpace Page: Idol Gives Back
- Official Site: Charity Projects Entertainment Fund
- Wikipedia: Idol Gives Back
- The New York Times: Where Idol's Charitable Arm Reaches (April 7, 2008)
- MSNBC: Miley Cyrus to appear on Idol Gives Back (March 3, 2008)
- The Earth Times: Malaria No More to Continue Idol's Fight Against Malaria (March 19, 2008)
Idol Gives Back News and Blogs
- Official Site: Idol Gives Back Announces the Impressive Fundraising Results (November 13, 2008)
- PerezHilton.com: Bad News for American Idol (April 10, 2008)
- Baptist Press: Pro-lifers Should Avoid 'Idol Gives Back,' Organization Leader Says (March 20, 2008)
- PerezHilton.com: Ellen Giving Back (March 20, 2008)
- The Hollywood Reporter: DeGeneres to co-host 'Idol Gives Back' (March 20, 2008)
- The Herald: 'Idol' Helps Locals; Show benefits County's Food Warehouse (March 11, 2008)
- Fergie Freak: Fergie Will Help American Idol Give Back (March 9, 2008)
- Reality TV World: Fox Reveals Identities of Several 'Idol Gives Back'... (March 4, 2008)
- Variety: Stars Align for 'Idol Gives Back' (March 3, 2008)
- Ecorazzi: Second Annual Idol Gives Back To Include Pitt, Bono, Underwood (March 4, 2008)
Idol Gives Back Photos
- WireImage: Idol Gives Back 2008 Arrival Photos
- Mahalo's Guide Idol Gives Back Photos
Idol Gives Back Videos
- YouTube Video: American Idol "Shout to the Lord" (Time: 3:08)
- YouTube Video: Heart and Fergie "Barracuda" (Time: 2:57)
- YouTube Video: "Praying For Time" (Time: 3:32)
- YouTube Video: "Get on Your Feet" (Time: 2:37)
- YouTube Video: American Idol Gives Back Miley Cyrus (Time: 2:47)
- YouTube Video: Snoop Dogg Idol Performance (Time: 2:11)
- YouTube Video: Idol Gives Back: 2008 Preview (Time: 2:16)
- YouTube Video: Brad Pitt on Idol Gives Back (Time: 2:36)
- YouTube Video: American Idol Gives Back Sneak Peek 2008 Performances (Time: 2:21)
- YouTube Video: Daughtry, One and Idol Gives Back (Time: 0:25)
Idol Gives Back 2008 Guests
- Miley Cyrus
- Billy Ray Cyrus
- Mariah Carey duet with Marvin Gaye
- Brad Pitt
- Snoop Dogg
- Reese Witherspoon
- Daughtry
- Bono
- Carrie Underwood
- Peyton Manning
- Eli Manning
- Annie Lennox
- John Legend
- Dane Cook
- Robin Williams
- Billy Crystal
- Ellen DeGeneres Co-host
- Boyz II Men
- Maroon 5
- Gloria Estefan
- Celine Dion
- Kiefer Sutherland
- Vanessa Hudgens
- Ashley Tisdale
- Jennifer Connelly
- Elliot Yamin
- Fantasia
- Amy Adams
- The Clark Brothers
Idol Gives Back Charities
- The Children's Defense Fund
- The Global Fund
- Make It Right
- Malaria No More
- Save The Children
- The Children's Health Fund
Idol Gives Back '07 Clips
- YouTube: Fantasia Barrino and Elliott Yamin in Mongolia (Time: 2:51)
