After American Idol Fans Complained About Lola Bonfiglio Auditioning With Wilson Phillips, Her Mom Carnie Wilson Shared Upset Reaction

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In addition to Carrie Underwood taking over Katy Perry’s judging role, Season 23 of American Idol has several new elements. One noticeable pattern this season is the emergence of children from well-known artists trying out in the iconic audition room. During a reality TV competition series, Lola Bonfiglio faced criticism from viewers, and her mom, Carnie Wilson, responded when she auditioned.

It’s common to find children of famous people trying out for American Idol, like we did with Jane Carrey in Season 11 and Alex Preston in Season 13. Preston, you may recall, is a relative of country singer Jo Dee Messina. And let’s not forget Jordin Sparks, a well-known contestant on American Idol who is the daughter of former football player Phillippi Sparks.

In the episode of ABC’s series that aired on March 23, Lola Bonfiglio, during her audition, unveiled herself as the daughter of Carnie Wilson, a singer from Wilson Phillips. The pop vocal group appeared together on TV for a performance, singing “One More Day” (a memorable musical moment from the movie Bridesmaids) alongside Lola, who was 19 at the time, and her father, Rob Bonfiglio, playing guitar. However, Carnie Wilson expressed honest feelings about the internet being harsh regarding their performance with Bonfiglio during Lola’s audition, as reported by EW at the ’90s Con.

1. The comments were infuriating, leaving me speechless. I wouldn’t advise the child of a doctor not to become one. Would you tell someone, “Don’t be a doctor because your father is a doctor”? Lola aspires to be a singer, but their harsh words left her deeply wounded.

2. The remarks were really getting under my skin, and I found myself at a loss for words. If the son of a doctor asked me if he shouldn’t become one, I wouldn’t say it. Similarly, telling someone, “Don’t be a doctor because your dad is a doctor” seems unreasonable to me. Lola harbors dreams of being a singer, and the cruel things people said left her feeling hurt.

3. The comments were really annoying, leaving me at a loss for words. I wouldn’t suggest the child of a doctor not to follow in their father’s footsteps. Would you tell someone, “Don’t be a doctor because your dad is a doctor”? Lola dreams of being a singer, but their harsh words left her feeling wounded.

4. The comments were really irksome, and I couldn’t think of a response. If the son of a doctor asked me if he shouldn’t become one, I wouldn’t encourage it. Similarly, advising someone to not be a doctor because their father is a doctor doesn’t make sense to me. Lola has aspirations of being a singer, but their hurtful words left her feeling wounded.

5. The comments were really annoying and left me at a loss for words. If the son of a doctor asked if he shouldn’t become one, I wouldn’t advise it. Saying, “Don’t be a doctor because your dad is a doctor” isn’t something I would tell someone. Lola wants to be a singer, and their cruel words left her feeling hurt.

This conversation reminds me of the ongoing discussion about nepotism in the entertainment industry. Actress Lily-Rose Depp has voiced a similar perspective, stating that she’s not considered a ‘nepo baby’ any more than someone who aspires to be a doctor and happens to have a family history of doctors. It’s worth noting that Lola Bonfiglio does have connections to accomplished performers such as Carnie Wilson, her aunt Wendy Wilson, and her grandfather Brian Wilson from the Beach Boys. However, this simply implies that musical talent might run in her family, and she aims to make the most of it.

Lola Bonfiglio didn’t just sing with her family; she also showcased a solo performance of Kacey Musgraves’ song “Rainbow.” This demonstrated her ability to shine independently. The judges all agreed, and she advanced to the next round in Hollywood. On that joyous day, Carnie Wilson shared insights about the American Idol experience for everyone involved.

She had done something truly terrifying before, but this time took the cake. Her hands were shaking with anxiety, yet she pulled it off admirably. I couldn’t be more proud of her! As it turned out, they invited us to perform, so we showed up unexpectedly at their gathering. I don’t believe Lionel Richie, Carrie Underwood, and Luke Bryan were aware that we were going to join them, which made the whole experience even more enjoyable.

It was clear from the audition that Carnie Wilson couldn’t hide her pride for her daughter. She couldn’t suppress her tears of joy as she watched her daughter pour her heart into her singing. Sadly, even on a day when the musical family was celebrating Lola Bonfiglio’s advancement to the next round, internet critics were spreading their negativity towards them. The American singer reminded us all of an important lesson that everyone using social media should remember:

I simply wish to make clear that we’re more than just bright, sparkly illusions. We’re authentic human beings with feelings and spirits at our core.

Every individual who tries out for American Idol possesses not just talent, but also heart and spirit. Regardless of whether a contestant makes it to Hollywood or not, it requires significant bravery to perform in front of judges like Carrie Underwood, Lionel Richie, and Luke Bryan, knowing that their performance might be broadcast on television. It’s worth noting that even Baylee Littrell, son of Backstreet Boys member Brian Littrell, has showcased his talent by reaching the Hollywood rounds and advancing to the Top 24.

Lola Bonfiglio, despite receiving some criticism online while auditioning with Wilson Phillips, truly gave her best performance. Although she was eliminated during the initial week of Hollywood rounds, there’s no doubt that we can look forward to her rising further in the music industry. Catch new episodes of American Idol every Sunday and Monday at 8/7c on ABC or through your Hulu subscription.

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2025-04-10 15:37