Carnie Wilson Says Negative Comments About Daughter Lola’s “American Idol ”Audition ‘Really Pissed Me Off’

Carnie Wilson Stands by Daughter Lola’s American Idol Audition

Carnie Wilson, well-known singer and member of the group Wilson Phillips, has spoken out in defense of her daughter Lola following her recent American Idol audition. The Wilson Phillips bandmates were at the Connecticut Convention Center for a panel on the “Music of the 90s” moderated by Breanne L. Heldman from PEOPLE, along with Backstreet Boys’ AJ McLean.

The family made a joint appearance at Lola Bonfiglio’s audition on the Sunday episode of American Idol, where they performed a rendition of their hit song “Hold On” from 1992, with Lola’s father Rob Bonfiglio accompanying on guitar. Carnie shared that Lola, at 19 years old, was visibly nervous during the audition, describing it as the “scariest thing she has ever done.”

Despite Lola’s nerves, Carnie expressed her pride in her daughter’s performance, stating, “She did great. I’m so proud of her.” The Wilson Phillips group unexpectedly joined Lola on stage for the audition, with Carnie mentioning that the judges may not have been aware of their presence in advance.

However, Carnie also addressed the negative comments directed at Lola following her appearance on the reality show. She expressed her frustration towards the hurtful remarks online, emphasising that Lola is a talented and aspiring artist who should be supported in pursuing her dreams.

“We love singing with her, and she sings with us on tour sometimes. She’s a really inspiring artist,” Carnie shared. Despite the criticism, she highlighted Lola’s passion for singing and her bravery in auditioning for American Idol, expressing excitement for her future in the music industry.

During the panel discussion, Carnie’s bandmate, Chynna Phillips Baldwin, acknowledged some positive feedback, but Carnie stressed that the majority of comments were negative. She urged people to recognise that behind the public personas are real individuals with emotions that can be affected by hurtful words online.

The supportive atmosphere was evident not only from Carnie and her bandmates but also from AJ McLean, who humorously mentioned that he would vote for both Lola and Brian Littrell’s son, who is also competing on the show. Lola’s solo performance of “Rainbow” by Kacey Musgraves during the audition moved Carnie to tears, as the judges unanimously voted to send her to Hollywood.

The musical talents of Wilson Phillips have been passed down from their musical families, with Carnie and Wendy being the offspring of Brian Wilson and Marilyn Wilson-Rutherford, and Phillips Baldwin having lineage to John and Michelle Phillips of The Mamas & the Papas.

As 90s Con continues its run at the Connecticut Convention Center, the Wilson Phillips legacy lives on through Lola’s budding music career. The family’s unwavering support and resilience in the face of online criticism serve as a testament to their bond and dedication to each other.

In a world where social media comments can often be harsh, Carnie Wilson’s defence of her daughter Lola sends a powerful message of love, encouragement, and unity within their musical family.