‘American Idol’ hopefuls gather at Rose Bowl

AD Quality Auto 360p 720p 1080p Top articles1/5READ MOREWhy these photogenic dumplings are popping up in Los Angeles Only Hubrich is hoping, of course, to clench the “American Idol” title, she said. Auditions wrap up in Seattle Sept. 19. For more on the story, pick up a copy of tomorrow’s Whittier Daily News. PASADENA – Some cried, some laughed, but most importantly, everyone sang, all with the dream of becoming Fox’s next “America Idol.” The hit talent show kicked off its national auditions today at the Rose Bowl in Pasadena, where an estimated 8,000 people attended. This was the first of seven auditions that will be held nationwide for the show’s sixth season. Those auditioning arrived as early as 11:30 p.m. Monday. They stood in line, drank plenty of coffee and energy drinks, and practiced their vocals to pass the time along before the try-outs that started at 10 a.m. The first person to get the nod from judges was the bubbly red-head, Carrie Jo Hubrich, 24. The Sherman Oaks resident is hoping to follow the footsteps of last year’s Idol runner-up, Katharine McPhee. 165Let’s talk business.Catch up on the business news closest to you with our daily newsletter. Something went wrong. Please try again.subscribeCongratulations! You’re all set!