Eighteen-year-old Douglas Mills had never left his home state of Texas before. Now, he’s on his way to Hollywood to compete on American Idol. Previously, Mills was recognized by his teachers and peers ...

Hollywood week continued on American Idol with the notoriously dramatic Duets Challenge and, during Sunday night's episode, partners Scarlet and Douglas Mills Jr. were facing just that as they ...

The 18-year-old Houston singer’s commanding performance of Billie Holiday’s “Strange Fruit” mesmerized the judges. Katy Perry called it “iconic.” Lionel Richie said it was “superb” and “off the charts ...

HOUSTON, Texas (KTRK) -- After a nail-biting Hollywood Week performance, Douglas Mills Jr. survives another round of American Idol. ABC13 anchor Samica Knight presented him with a silver ticket late ...

Douglas Mills of Houston, Texas, impressed ‘American Idol’ judges with his performance of ‘Strange Fruit.’ Screengrab from 'American Idol.' An 18-year-old Texas student earned a standing ovation from ...

HOUSTON, Texas (KTRK) -- It's been a dream come true for Kinder High School's Douglas Mills Jr., who still can't believe he's competing on America Idol. "I'm feeling overwhelmed (and) excited," said ...

Douglas Mills Jr. got hugs and huzzahs during his “American Idol” audition on Sunday. (Watch the video below.) The 18-year-old Houston singer’s commanding performance of Billie Holiday’s “Strange ...