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Ellen “American Idol” Judge — Ellen DeGeneres Replaces Paula Abdul On “American Idol”

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September 9th, 2009 by Castina

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Ellen DeGeneres is about to tickle the funny bone of millions of music lovers — the comedienne will replace “Forever Your Girl” star Paula Abdul as a judge when the 9th season of American Idol kicks off in January 2010.

Ellen says she’s thrilled to take over the seat left vacant after Abdul quit the series in the middle of a salary dispute with producers last month.

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The Emmy Award-winning TV talk show host announced the news during a taping of The Ellen DeGeneres Show on Wednesday.

“I have a big announcement to make. No one knows this. I just finally got the OK … just moments ago to announce this to you today…I am going to be the new judge on ‘American Idol,’” Ellen — who will continuing hosting her daytime series — told her audience on a show which will air on Thursday. “I’m not leaving here. Don’t worry about that. I’m going to have a day job and a night job,” she cautioned. Read the rest of this entry »

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Carrie Underwood “Cowboy Casanova” (AUDIO)

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September 3rd, 2009 by Castina

Tagged as: American Idol, Carrie Underwood, Today's New Music

Check out “Cowboy Casanova,” the first single from former American Idol champ Carrie Underwood’s upcoming third album Play On, available November 3!

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Adam Lambert Album Available Nov. 24

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September 3rd, 2009 by Castina

Tagged as: Adam Lambert, American Idol, Today's New Music

American Idol runner-up Adam Lambert has revealed that his first post-Idol album is due for release this fall.

On Wednesday, Adam — who came in second to reigning American Idol Kris Allen in the FOX reality competition back in May — confirmed that his album will be out in November in a message on his Twitter page.

“fyi my album drops Nov 24th,” he Tweeted.
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Avril Lavigne “American Idol” Audition Guest Judge

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September 2nd, 2009 by Castina

Tagged as: American Idol, Avril Lavigne

Avril Lavigne is about to make things real complicated for some American Idol hopefuls. The pop punkstress will join Simon, Randy, and Kara at the judges’ table for one day when Idol arrives in Los Angeles for the final two days of auditions later this week.

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Victoria Beckham, Mary J. Blige, Neil Patrick Harris, Shania Twain, Kristin Chenoweth, and Joe Jonas have also filled-in as guest judges on American Idol this summer, following the impromptu departure of longtime judge Paula Abdul last month.

The ninth season of American Idol premieres on FOX in January 2010.

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Paula Abdul Speaks Out On Leaving “American Idol”

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August 31st, 2009 by Castina

Tagged as: American Idol, Paula Abdul

In her first interview since announcing her departure from American Idol, former judge Paula Abdul opens up about the possibility of returning to television’s top-rated show — and her newest project as a guest star on Lifetime’s Drop Dead Diva.

In a chat with TV Guide Magazine, Paula speaks candidly about her decision to leave Idol — and reveals if there is anything series producers can do to get her back.

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Neil Patrick Harris “American Idol” Guest Judge

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August 25th, 2009 by Castina

Tagged as: American Idol, Neil Patrick Harris

Neil Patrick Harris is the latest entertainment star replacing Paula Abdul at the judges table on American Idol.

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FOX has confirmed that the How I Met Your Mother star joined Simon Cowell, Kara DioGuardi, and Randy Jackson on day two of Idol auditions in Dallas, TX this afternoon.

It’s been an exiciting summer for Doogie Howser M.D., who has also been tapped to host the 2009 Primetime Emmys next month. Other celebs who have guest judged Idol include Victoria Beckham, Mary J. Blige, Shania Twain, Joe Jonas and Kelly Clarkson.

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Paula Abdul Not In Talks To Return To “American Idol,” Manager Says

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August 20th, 2009 by Castina

Tagged as: American Idol, Paula Abdul

Paula Abdul is not in discusions to return to American Idol, her manager, David Sonenberg, told The Los Angeles Times overnight.

“She feels fabulous. She feels free,” Sonenberg told the newspaper. “I think in some ways she was typecast in ‘Idol’ and she was kind of restricted from doing anything she wanted to do and now she’s free to decide. She really is very excited about the future and that there’s support for her.”

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Shania Twain “American Idol” Judging Stint In The Works

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August 17th, 2009 by Castina

Tagged as: American Idol, Paula Abdul, Shania Twain

Country superstar Shania Twain is in discussions to join Victoria Beckham and Mary J. Blige as a guest judge during American Idol’s Season 9 auditions.

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Twain may step in for exiting judge Paula Abdul on the judging panel in Chicago on Aug. 30-31, according to a PEOPLE.com report.

Victoria Beckham filled in for Abdul in Boston earlier this month, while Mary J. will join the Idol fold in Atlanta later this week.

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Paula Begs Simon: “Please Help Me Save My Job!”

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August 17th, 2009 by Castina

Tagged as: American Idol, Paula Abdul, Simon Cowell

A new report has surfaced claiming former American Idol judge Paula Abdul has issued a desperate plea for help to sometimes foe Simon Cowell after losing her job in a ill-fated cat and mouse game of numbers crunching with show producers.

“Paula really screwed up this time,” an Idol staffer tells Globe. “Her ego exploded and it cost her the best job she ever had. She’s lost without Idol.”

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Mary J. Blige Becomes Guest Judge On “American Idol”

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August 14th, 2009 by Castina

Tagged as: American Idol, Mary J. Blige

Mary. J. Blige is the latest celebrity to land a spot as a guest judge on the ninth season of American Idol following Paula Abdul’s recent departure from the show.

The Grammy-winning “Queen of Hip-Hop/Soul” will join judges Simon Cowell, Randy Jackson, and Kara DioGuardi for auditions in Atlanta, says PEOPLE.com.

Former Spice Girl Victoria Beckham and Grammy-nominated singer Katy Perry have also been tapped as guest judges on Idol this season.
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