Laine Hardy

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Who Is Laine Hardy and Why Was the 'American Idol' Alum Arrested? (Newsweek)

"American Idol" alum Laine Hardy was arrested on April 29, after he was accused of putting a listening device in his ex-girlfriend's dorm room.

I have the utmost respect for the law and will assist in their investigation as needed moving forward." Hardy is not a Louisiana State University student. Hardy's ex-girlfriend had also become suspicious when Hardy was able to tell her information about her private life over the Christmas break that she had not yet told him. In 2021, he released "Memorize You" and a follow-up single "Authentic." He released his debut album Here's To Anyone in September 2021. However, this turned out to be false. The warrant also states Hardy allegedly confessed to his ex-girlfriend in a Snapchat message that he had bugged her room but had removed the device and thrown it away into a pond.

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Laine Hardy Arrested For Allegedly Planting Listening Device In Ex ... (Samantha Laturno)

American Idol season 17 winner Laine Hardy was arrested after turning himself in to police at Louisiana State University on Friday (April 29th) in Baton ...

American Idol season 17 winner Laine Hardy was arrested after turning himself in to police at Louisiana State University on Friday (April 29th) in Baton Rouge, Louisiana, on charges of illegally intercepting communications, Rolling Stone reports. I have the utmost respect for the law and will assist in their investigation as needed moving forward.” On Thursday (April 28th), Laine shared the situation with fans via social media writing, “Earlier today, I received a warrant due to allegations made against me and have been fully cooperative with the Louisiana State University Police Department. Due to the sensitive nature of this allegation, I humbly ask for privacy at this time.

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'American Idol' slammed for airing Laine Hardy reunion special days ... (Page Six)

Laine Hardy was last week arrested for allegedly spying on his ex-girlfriend in her dorm room at Louisiana State University.

Another critic wrote, “You ask for privacy yet your taped appearance is on American Idol tonight? What on earth made you think putting #LaineHardy on the air was a good idea?!?!” They should have removed your taped appearance.

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WATCH: Laine Hardy, Laci Kaye Booth Reunite on 'American Idol' (Taste of Country)

Laine Hardy and Laci Kaye Booth reunited for a killer collaboration on 'American Idol' on Monday night (May 2), and the judges raved about their ...

I have the utmost respect for the law and will assist in their investigation as needed moving forward." "Earlier today, I received a warrant due to allegations made against me and have been fully cooperative with the Louisiana State University Police Department," Hardy wrote. After coming off the show, Booth moved to Nashville from her home state of Texas and began working with some of the top musicians and songwriters in the country music industry. As previously reported, an investigation was opened after a student at Louisiana State University (LSU) found a listening device inside her dorm room. Katy Perry’s jaw dropped as Hardy shredded a few licks on electric guitar before belting out his half of the duet. The two artists tackled a collaborative version of “Stop Draggin' My Heart Around,” which Stevie Nicks and Tom Petty originally recorded.

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Laine Hardy Will Still Appear on 'American Idol' Reunion Despite ... (Billboard)

Hardy was charged with interception and disclosure of wire, electronic or oral communication after an ex-girlfriend accused him of bugging her dorm room. By ...

However, due to the sensitive nature of this allegation, I humbly ask for privacy at this time. I have the utmost respect for the law and will assist in their investigation as needed moving forward.” On Thursday, Hardy released a statement on Twitter acknowledging the warrant and noting that he is “fully cooperative” with the police, writing, “I understand that my career has thrust me into the public spotlight, and I embrace that wholeheartedly as my entire world belongs to music and my fans.

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Laine Hardy's 'American Idol' Performance Will Still Air Despite Arrest (TV Insider)

The singer, who has been accused of spying on an ex-girlfriend, is among a star-studded cast for 20th anniversary special.

However, he returned the following year to accompany his friend and was encouraged by the judges to audition again. “However, due to the sensitive nature of this allegation, I humbly ask for privacy at this time.” Earlier on Friday, Hardy revealed that he had been issued a warrant by the LSUPD and was fully cooperating with the police.

This 'American Idol' winner will still appear on show despite recent ... (Deseret News)

“American Idol” is airing a 20th anniversary special Monday night, featuring past winners including Scotty McCreery, Maddie Poppe, David Cook, Kris Allen, ...

‘American Idol’ continues to create superstars just as it has done since 2002, and bringing back these ‘Idol’ icons is the perfect way to herald the next generation.” On April 28, Hardy announced that he was under investigation by the Louisiana State University Police Department, the New York Post reported. On April 28, Laine Hardy announced he was under investigation by the Louisiana State University Police Department

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Laine Hardy Will Still Appear on 'American Idol' Reunion, Despite ... (Taste of Country)

The singer was recently arrested on charges of illegal surveillance.

Lauren Alaina, Scotty McCreery, Caleb Lee Hutchinson and Maddie Poppe are just a few of the familiar faces making their return to the stage on Monday night. On Thursday (April 28), Hardy shared a social media update with fans assuring them that he planned to fully cooperate with the police, saying "I have the utmost respect for the law and will assist in their investigation as needed moving forward." A woman who identifies herself as Hardy's ex-girlfriend says that the singer hid a recording device in her dorm room at LSU earlier this year.

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Laine Hardy to appear on 'American Idol' reunion following arrest for ... (The Advocate)

Louisiana's Laine Hardy will appear as scheduled on Monday night's "The Great Idol Reunion" episode of "American Idol" at 7 p.m. on ABC.

The episode will gather several past "American Idol" winners and finalists. Hardy will once again sing a duet alongside Booth, a Livingston, Texas, native who finished in the top five in 2019. He was released Friday afternoon on his own recognizance.

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'American Idol': Laine Hardy Removed From Reunion Episode ... (Showbiz Cheat Sheet)

Days after his arrest, Laine Hardy is nowhere to be found in the 'American Idol' reunion promos. However, he will reportedly still perform.

American Idol representatives reportedly told Music Mayhem on May 1 that Laine Hardy would perform on the Monday, May 2, reunion episode as planned. I have the utmost respect for the law and will assist in their investigation as needed moving forward.” Winners and runners-up from Idol‘s past will pair up for a series of duets. Now, American Idol representatives have reportedly confirmed that Hardy’s pre-taped performance will air as planned — but ABC has quietly removed him from the promotions. As People reported, Louisiana State University Police Department issued a warrant for Hardy’s arrest on April 29 following allegations that the 21-year-old singer hid a listening device in his ex’s dorm room. Last week, news broke that Louisiana State University authorities had arrested American Idol winner Laine Hardy following allegations that he bugged an ex-girlfriend’s dorm room.

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American Idol winner Laine Hardy CUT from show's promo & fans ... (The Sun)

AMERICAN Idol winner Laine Hardy has been CUT from the show's promo for its massive May 2nd reunion episode.Fans now fear the fan-favorite's entire pe.

If they don't air it, can you please please try to post it yourself?" Laine concluded: "I have the utmost respect for the law and will assist in their investigation as needed moving forward." Tune in tonight," she wrote. A rep for the University confirmed the investigation to the publication. "It was so nice gettin’ to see everyone! ... Can you tell us what song you did together?

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'American Idol': Laine Hardy returns to perform in reunion special ... (USA TODAY)

Laine Hardy returned to perform on a reunion episode of "American Idol" that aired days after his arrest for allegedly bugging his ex's dorm room.

"Earlier today, I received a warrant due to allegations made against me and have been fully cooperative with the Louisiana State University Police Department," Hardy wrote. Hardy rose to fame after winning "American Idol" in 2019. Police said they later found evidence of secret recordings made over 10 days in February, the warrant said. The woman told police she found the device, which looked like a phone charger, under her futon, the warrant stated. Was he in 'A Star Is Born'?" He was booked into East Baton Rouge Parish Prison for violation of 15:1303 — interception and disclosure of wire, electronic or oral communication.

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WATCH: Laci Kaye Booth & Laine Hardy Perform Stevie Nicks And ... (Music Mayhem Magazine)

Laci Kaye Booth and Laine Hardy reunited on American Idol for The Great Idol Reunion on Monday evening (May 2).

“Due to the public nature of Mr. Hardy’s profession, we ask for privacy at this time.” He continued, “However, due to the sensitive nature of this allegation, I humbly ask for privacy at this time. According to LSU spokesman Ernie Ballard, Hardy faces a felony charge of interception and disclosure of wire, electronic or oral communication. “I’m feeling so much emotion, I just feel so blessed that I got to be part of this journey. Prior to his arrest, Hardy spoke out on the allegations after a warrant was issued for his arrest. I’m absolutely living out the dream that I’ve always envisioned for myself…

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'American Idol' fans react to Laine Hardy's return to show after being ... (masslive.com)

Some fans were confused when “American Idol” brought back Laine Hardy Monday after he was recently arrested and accused of planting a recording device in ...

“What on earth made you think putting #LaineHardy on the air was a good idea?!?! “I understand that my career has thrust me into the public spotlight, and I embrace that wholeheartedly as my entire world belongs to my music and my fans. “Earlier today, I received a warrant due to allegations made against me and have been fully cooperative with Louisiana State University Department,” Hardy wrote.

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Laine Hardy's American Idol Reunion Appearance Still Aired After ... (Cinema Blend)

Despite Laine Hardy's arrest last week, the Season 17 American Idol winner was still featured in The Great Idol Reunion.

American Idol Season 20 returns with live performances to ABC at 8 p.m. ET on Sunday, May 8, with the Top 7. I was disgusted when I heard he was still going to be on this ep after his arrest for bugging his ex’s room. This viewer tweeted that American Idol’s inclusion of Hardy was disrespectful to Hardy's ex-girlfriend and others: Katy Perry — dramatically on brand — threw herself on the judges table to fangirl over Hardy, and the awkwardness continued after the performance, as Ryan Seacrest thanked the singers for making American Idol proud. What on earth made you think putting #LaineHardy on the air was a good idea?!?! The special was taped prior to knowledge of his legal troubles, and American Idol chose to air the special as-is, confusing fans and eliciting some strong opinions.

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