Sep 24, 2023 · Douglas Kiker stood out on "American Idol" in Season 18 with his impressive voice and unusual occupation as a garbage man. What has he been up to since?

Jul 20, 2023 · Doug Kiker, a native of Mobile, Alabama, shot to fame during his stint on the 18th season of American Idol. Known for his humble background as a garbage man, Kiker’s raw talent and authentic personality resonated with the audience and judges alike.

My name is Doug Kiker. You might know me as The Garbage Man from American Idol. This is my YouTube page where I will be posting fun videos of me doing covers and my journey back up to the top.

Douglas "Doug" Kiker was a contestant in Season 18 of American Idol. Doug auditioned in Savannah. He sang "Bless the Broken Road" by Rascal Flatts once a capella and then again with Luke Bryan accompanying him on the piano. All three judges voted "yes", sending him to …

Mar 17, 2020 · His story made him a fan favorite, but Monday night’s episode of “American Idol” brought an end to the run of Alabama’s singing garbage man. Douglas Kiker, a Greensboro native living in...

May 19, 2020 · Doug Kiker got voted off before the top 20 on this season of American Idol, but he returned to perform with Rascal Flatts during Sunday's at-home finale

May 14, 2021 · Former American Idol finalist Douglas Kiker was arrested last night (May 13) in Mobile, Alabama. According to jail records, Kiker, who is currently 28, is charged with third-degree domestic...

If you saw the sneak peek of American Idol Season 18, you’re probably sniffling a little bit too. The part that really got us was the short clip of Douglas Kiker — the American Idol contestant who is also a garbage man. Here’s what we know about Douglas (other than the fact that we’re definitely gonna need tissues any time he’s on the ...

Dec 16, 2024 · Non-performer from Alabama with a humble demeanor takes the American Idol’s judges by sheer surprise. Even before he started singing, there was something special about this contestant, and the judges knew it.

Feb 21, 2025 · Without any prior performing experience, garbage man Douglas Kiker from Mobile, Alabama, took everyone by surprise with his raw talent. With a good sense of humor, he quickly lightened up the American Idol judges’ moods.