Carnie Wilson Defends Daughter After 'Idol' Audition

Carnie Wilson, a member of the iconic band Wilson Phillips, has expressed frustration over the negative online comments following her daughter Lola Bonfiglio's audition on American Idol. Lola, 19, auditioned by singing the band's hit 'Hold On' alongside her mother and aunt, which some viewers criticized as leveraging her 'nepo baby' status. Despite the criticism, Carnie passionately defends her daughter's pursuit of music, comparing it to a doctor’s child following in their parent’s footsteps. She highlights how the internet can be cruel, stressing that the comments have been hurtful to Lola, who was already nervous during her audition. Nevertheless, Lola’s performance, which included a solo rendition of Kacey Musgraves' 'Rainbow,' received positive feedback from judges, advancing her to the next round. Carnie remains proud and supportive of her daughter, encouraging her to continue pursuing her passion for singing.