Video: David Cook "On the Prowl" While Union Sues American Idol

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By Jess Snow
Jun 16, 2008

American idol is being sued by a musicians union. The seventh season ended on a high note with a big win by David Cook but since then the union has filed a federal lawsuit against the producers of American Idol. While David Cook rolls on with "on the prowl" interviews (is that yet another cougar reference) and good public relations for the show, American idol may have hit another PR speed bump.


David Cook "On the Prowl" While Union Sues American Idol (Image: Wenn)

The American Federation of Musicians claims the show's producers violated a collective bargaining agreement. The lawsuit clams that the show failed to pay musicians for the rebroadcasts and they want to be paid. It is unknown if there will be a settlement but American Idol surely would benefit from a quick end.