ancient American Idol contestant Randy Madden has been arrested for allegedly having sexual relations with a minor.
according to TMZwho first reported the news, Madden, 45, faces six felony charges, including oral copulation of a person under 18 and unlawful intercourse. He is also accused of anal and genital penetration by a foreign object, sending harmful material, luring and dissuading a witness to report a crime.
The charges stem from at least one alleged sexual encounter that occurred between July and September of this year, according to court documents obtained by TMZ.
Madden was arraigned on Monday, Nov. 3 and pleaded not guilty to all charges. He was arrested with the help of the Ventura County Sheriff’s Office near Los Angeles.
Winning American Idol has been a dream come true for many singers, but the awards have changed a lot over the years. Kelly Clarkson was crowned the inaugural winner of the singing competition in 2002. She reportedly walked away with a $1 million prize and a record deal with RCA Records, per Parade. In addition to the (…)
Us Weekly Madden and police have been contacted for comment. It’s unclear if Madden has obtained an attorney.
According to online records consulted by weMadden was booked on Thursday, October 30 and was released on bail in the early hours of Tuesday, November 4. His next court date in Ventura County, California, is scheduled for November 13.
American Idol fans may remember Madden when he appeared on Season 8 of the hit singing competition in 2009.
While auditioning in Phoenix, Arizona, Madden sang “Livin’ On a Prayer” by Bon Jovi before the judges Simon Cowell, Paula Abdul, Randy Jackson i Kara DioGuardi.
All four judges gave Madden a “no” and he was eliminated from the competition. (Chris Allen would win the season, which also included Adam Lambert i Danny Gokey.)
Although one Instagram Believed to be from Madden is private, the singer’s profile reads: “I’m a little Country and a little Rock & Roll. My fashion icon is Elvis Presley.” He also lists Casitas Springs, an unincorporated community in Ventura County, California, on his profile.
After auditioning American Idolapparently Madden became a hair salon owner.
“After COVID and putting everything I had into a salon that I deeply believed in, I found myself doing mostly house calls,” she said. ShoutOutLA in June 2025. “It was a difficult time, but it also reminded me how much people value personal, one-on-one service, and how much I value creating that kind of connection. As I continued with this work, I returned to a long-held dream: to have a live-work space where I could fully integrate my creativity, business, and lifestyle… What sets me apart and makes me feel apart and my lifestyle. for.”
American Idol paved the way for reality competition shows to help everyday people achieve their dreams of music stardom. The series premiered in 2002 on Fox with a star-studded panel of judges including Simon Cowell, Paula Abdul and Randy Jackson. American Idol’s freshman season featured Kelly Clarkson, who would become the show’s first breakout star. (…)
He also suffered a difficult injury that left him unable to walk without the use of crutches or a cane.
According to GoFundMe, Madden needed financial support after his ligaments were replaced in May 2024. A month later, he went under the knife again due to complications in or around his knee.
“Any amount helps,” her GoFundMe said. “Long story short, I think I need two more surgeries to repair my leg. I’ll never be 100 percent, but I’m getting better. I’m still waiting for any disability assistance from the state.”
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