# Former ‘American Idol’ contestant sentenced to life without parole for wife’s murder

https://mins.news/en/item/87109

- NBC News, 2026-10-05 21:44 UTC
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- Original: https://www.nbcnews.com/video/former-american-idol-contestant-sentenced-to-life-in-prison-without-parole-for-wife-s-murder-271068229996

> Caleb Flynn, a former Ohio pastor and “American Idol” contestant, received a life sentence without parole for murdering his wife, Ashley Flynn. Flynn maintained his innocence as NBC News reported on the reaction from their children.

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