Former “American Idol” star David Archuleta may be going back to the stars … “Star Search,” that is, because he tells TMZ he’s super curious about the upcoming reboot.

Here’s the deal … the talent variety show “Star Search,” which aired from the ’80s through the early 2000s, is making a comeback on Netflix with a reboot that will be hosted by Anthony Anderson premiering early next year.

David told TMZ reporter Charlie Neff he’s stoked to see how the show will be different — and yet retain its original magic — from when he competed on it at age 12 in 2003.

The “Crush” singer tells us … appearing and winning the title of Junior Vocal Champion was an important milestone in his career and helped prepare him for when he took a run on “American Idol,” where he nabbed 2nd place, losing to winner David Cook in 2008.

David — who is gearing up for his “My Only Wish” Christmas tour — is not only excited to see the reboot … he also tells us he would love to participate as a judge, helping to shape the lives of up-and-coming musicians.

As for Anthony Anderson as the new host, David tells us he’s a perfect choice … but still, Anthony has huge shoes to fill … because Ed McMahon and Arsenio Hall are obviously legends.

An associate of “Tiger King” star Joe Exotic was attacked by a tiger during a show in Oklahoma earlier this year … and now TMZ has learned the official cause of death.

According to the Tulsa Medical Examiner, Ryan Easley died from blunt force, sharp force, and crushing injuries … due to tiger mauling.

As we reported … Ryan was handling a tiger during a show at the Growler Pines Tiger Preserve in Hugo, OK, on September 20. We were told a tiger suddenly grabbed Ryan around his neck and shoulder area, and sank its teeth into him before violently shaking him.

Ryan’s mentor retired in 2011, and he started a traveling act called ShowMe Tigers, where he would show off the talents of several trained tigers.

He opened Growler Pines after the onset of the COVID-19 pandemic, which meant traveling with his act wouldn’t be viable.

A statement was shared on Growler Pines’ Facebook account after the event took place, calling it a “painful reminder of both the beauty and unpredictability of the natural world.”

Sydney Sweeney is finally addressing the age-old question that’s been on everyone’s lips since she burst onto the scene … and yep, it’s exactly what you think it’s about. 🍒

The actress sat down for Vanity Fair’s lie-detector test while promoting her new flick, “The Housemaid” — and that’s when costar Amanda Seyfried asked whether her boobs are real or if she’d ever had any work done on ’em.

But she hasn’t always felt that way … she told Glamour UK last year she actually considered a reduction at 18 ’cause she felt uncomfortable with how big they were — until her mom talked her out of it.