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Jennifer Lopez in Talks With Ryan Seacrest to Return to 'American Idol'

Jessica Sager — Sun, 09 Jun 2013 19:08:44 +0000

Sounds like there may be two Jennifers on the 'American Idol' panel this fall. Jennifer Hudson reportedly signed on to judge the somewhat struggling Fox juggernaut, and now former judge Jennifer Lopez may be rejoining the judges' table.

Jennifer Hudson Reportedly Confirmed as 'American Idol' Judge

Kat Lee — Fri, 24 May 2013 17:25:32 +0000

The judging panel for Season 13 of ‘American Idol‘ is starting to take shape and Jennifer Hudson is reportedly the first celeb to sign on for one of the four open spots. E! Online has confirmed with multiple sources that J. Hud is a definite for the next season that starts this fall and other [...]

'American Idol' Eyeing Alumni Adam Lambert, Kelly Clarkson + Jennifer Hudson for Judges' Table

Jessica Sager — Wed, 22 May 2013 20:03:18 +0000

'American Idol' is getting desperate for ratings, and they've already cleaned house at the judges' table. To salvage the show, they're looking for fresh blood -- fresh and familiar blood.

Producers are reportedly considering 'Idol' alums Adam Lambert, Kelly Clarkson and Jennifer Hudson to judge season 13. And we think it's kind of a bang-up idea.

Nicki Minaj Out at 'American Idol'

Amy Sciarretto — Wed, 15 May 2013 22:04:29 +0000

Rap diva Nicki Minaj is one and done.

Sources close to the production claim that the controversial star will exit 'American Idol' after Season 12 wraps tomorrow (May 16). She served on the judge's panel for a season, famously clashing with Mariah Carey, who also sat on the panel for her first year.

'American Idol' Drama: All Four Judges Reportedly Will Be Replaced for Season 13

Amy Sciarretto — Thu, 09 May 2013 17:11:41 +0000

It's time to tear it down and start all over on 'American Idol.' With Season 12 experiencing the lowest ratings in the show's history, producers are planning to clean house and start anew with a totally reveamped judge's panel for Season 13. They plan on ditching dueling divas Mariah Carey and Nicki Minaj, as well as country crooner Keith Urban and the lone original judge Randy Jackson, who incidentally just split with Carey as her manager.

Jennifer Lopez Asked Fox to Return to 'American Idol,' Not the Other Way Around

Amy Sciarretto — Mon, 29 Apr 2013 17:47:31 +0000

There have been rumors that producers planned for one diva (Jennifer Lopez) to oust another (Mariah Carey) on the 'American Idol' judging panel mid-season in a desperate attempt to boost sagging ratings. However, the latest consensus is that it was J. Lo who contacted Fox, and not the other way around. That's a pretty (J) lo(w) blow and an affront to Mimi, no?

'American Idol' Season 12 — Paul Jolley Voted Off

Amy Sciarretto — Fri, 22 Mar 2013 15:14:26 +0000

Paul Jolley was the latest contestant to be sent packing on season 12 of ‘American Idol.’ The singer has that vibrant, pop-country energy — think the male Taylor Swift — and he can hit some decent notes when he sings, but he got the heave-ho Thursday night. Jolley attempted to steal the judges’ only save [...]

Steven Tyler Responds to Nicki Minaj's Racist Accusations

Amy Sciarretto — Thu, 29 Nov 2012 03:40:01 +0000

Not a single, solitary episode of 'American Idol' Season 12 has aired yet and it's already rife with plenty of Nicki Minaj-generated controversy. Forget Mariah-gate. That's so last month.

Steven Tyler has already offered a response to Minaj's pointed accusations that he's a racist (due to comments he made about her judging ability). The former and current 'American Idol' judge had a bit of a spat in the press, with Tyler chalking it up to a big ol' misunderstanding.

See Nicki Minaj Work it at American Idol [VIDEO]

Dan P. — Tue, 20 Nov 2012 18:00:29 +0000

When I heard Nicki Minaj was going to be on American Idol, I have been wondering what kind of judge she was going to bee and how she would fit in on the show. Now we have a little taste of things to come on this American Idol Promo. Nicki isn’t just going to be [...]

Nicki Minaj + American Idol = Insanity [VIDEO]

Bristol — Sat, 17 Nov 2012 20:19:41 +0000

Have you SEEN the new promo for Nicki Minaj on American Idol? It’s insane! She looks amazing and highly engaging. I bet Mariah is PISSED!!! Of course, you know Nicki is wild. Just look at her statements this week. She went from no one is going to push me off this show to me and [...]

Randy Jackson Back as 'American Idol' Judge

Jessica Sager — Tue, 11 Sep 2012 03:32:46 +0000

It’s cool, dawg. Randy Jackson is back as an ‘American Idol‘ judge! Jackson is said to be returning for season 12. While he was earlier expected to take on a new mentoring role and exit the judges’ table, sources told The Hollywood Reporter that Jackson will stick with what he knows: being a relative moderate [...]

Nicki Minaj Reportedly Joins 'American Idol' as Judge

Amy Sciarretto — Mon, 20 Aug 2012 17:08:50 +0000

After weeks of speculation on who would take a seat next to diva-of-all-divas Mariah Carey on the revamped ‘American Idol‘ judges panel, it looks as though reigning rap royalty Nicki Minaj will be joining the show. Whoa. Mariah and Nicki? On one panel? That’s enough diva in one room to make the earth stop spinning on its axis.

Will Diddy Be the Next 'American Idol' Judge?

Scott Shetler — Thu, 09 Aug 2012 21:27:29 +0000

Is ‘American Idol‘ about to put a rapper on its judging panel for the first time? While Nick Jonas and Pharrell Williams are among the artists being considered for the show’s last vacant judging slot, Page Six is adding a new name to the mix — Sean “Diddy” Combs.

American Idol's Phillip Phillips Interview With Bristol [AUDIO & VIDEO]

Bristol — Sat, 04 Aug 2012 16:00:48 +0000

Monday, I got the chance to talk to reigning American Idol Phillip Phillips! He was a total sweet heart and with the US Women's Olympic gymnastic team using his song Home, it has shot up to #1 this week on the iTunes singles chart!

Jennifer Lopez Has 'American Idol' Advice for Mariah Carey

Karah — Tue, 24 Jul 2012 20:25:26 +0000

Technically, Jennifer Lopez said this before Mariah Carey was announced as being a judge. But still, let’s pretend that J.Lo was speaking directly to Mimi. She said, “Just enjoy the journey. There is pressure as far as the live shows go, but you know what? Just remember you’re there at the end of the day [...]

Mariah Carey Becomes "American Idol's Next Judge [VIDEO]

Dan P. — Mon, 23 Jul 2012 21:31:39 +0000

I remember a few days ago that Nick Cannon was asked about the possibility of Mariah Carey going over to American Idol. He pretty much said it would cost twice what Jennifer Lopez was making. So now it seems that Fox has ponied up the money. Mariah is now, officially, a new judge on American [...]

Is Mariah Carey Close to Joining 'American Idol' as a Judge?

Amy Sciarretto — Sat, 21 Jul 2012 15:00:50 +0000

‘American Idol‘ sure is looking to fill the heels, er, judging spot, vacated by Jennifer Lopez, with someone bigger and better! The show is reportedly thisclose to replacing one diva with another in the form of Mariah Carey. O to the M to the F to the G. The five octave Carey as an ‘Idol’ judge? So much for those rumors that ‘Idol’ was planning to downsize for Season 12. Producers are shooting for the stratosphere if they close this deal.

'American Idol' Downsizing Next Season Following Exits of Jennifer Lopez + Steven Tyler

Jessica Sager — Mon, 16 Jul 2012 15:12:18 +0000

Steven Tyler and Jennifer Lopez leaving ‘American Idol‘ may bum out their fans, but it actually gave producers a bit of relief — following the initial panic that ensued when they realized they may well be out of judges.

Steven Tyler's Leaving American Idol, J.Lo Is Gone Too… Who's Your Dream Team? [POLL]

Bristol — Sat, 14 Jul 2012 15:00:28 +0000

Steven Tyler beat Jennifer Lopez to the punch yesterday announcing his departure from American Idol. In my humble opinion, he did it with class and panache!

Jennifer Lopez Shocks Us With Official Announcement About Quitting American Idol

Dan P. — Fri, 13 Jul 2012 17:06:36 +0000

Steven Tyler quit American Idol officially yesterday, just after Jennifer Lopez's appearance on the Today Show where she said she was not was not sure about her future on American Idol. But now she is. No more American Idol for J-LO. Apparently Jennifer was just waiting to give the scoop to fellow American Idol employee and host Ryan Seacrest on his morning radio show saying, "T