Daily Archives: November 30, 2009

From Bill S – What was the original name to “American Idol?”

Mr. Pop History – Many forget the original title of the show was “American Idol: The Search for a Superstar.” That lasted only a year. Thanks www.mrpopculture.com

From Gerald F – Mr. Pop – James Bond creator Ian Fleming had to have this car – first launched back in 1961. What was it?

Mr. Pop History – Love these quizzes. It was the 1961 Avanti sports coupe – one cool looking car! The designer was the late Thomas Kellogg and he designed the futuristic car for Studebaker Corp. The car was in production only sporadically. Avanti

From Dean I – Is it true that “American Idol” began with different age limits for contestants?

Mr. Pop History – That is true. The first two seasons saw the age limit between 16 and 25, but that was increased by three years in 2004. American Idol