A guide to ‘American Idol’ on TV this week: March 22 - 29

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‘American Idol’ has spawned dozens of celebrities who continue to make their mark on popular culture. Listed below are the highlights of TV programs airing during the next week related to ‘Idol,’ including appearances by contestants and judges, past and present.

“The View” 10 a.m., Tuesday, ABC: Jennifer Hudson performs. (N)

“106 & Park: BET’s Top 10 Live” 6 p.m., Tuesday, BET: Jennifer Hudson; Bobby V.

“American Idol” 8 p.m., Wednesday, Fox: The 11 finalists perform classic Motown songs. (N)

“American Idol” 8 p.m., Thursday, Fox: One of 11 contestants is voted off; performances by Jennifer Hudson and Sugarland. (N)

“Biography” 8 p.m., Thursday, Biography: Country singer Carrie Underwood gets her start on “American Idol.”

“The Tonight Show With Jay Leno” 11:35 p.m., Friday, NBC; William H. Macy; Jennifer Hudson performs. (N)

--Compiled by Ed Stockly