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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.

'American Idol' Cancels Nine Tour Dates

Kat Lee — Tue, 04 Jun 2013 18:41:10 +0000

If there is a death knell of 'American Idol,' it seems as though this news could be the first ring. The notoriously successful tour that follows each season of the show has been forced to cancel nine tour stops on this year's foray. This is a bad sign.

Nicki Minaj + Mariah Carey Confirm the Obvious: They're Leaving 'American Idol'

Jessica Sager — Fri, 31 May 2013 13:07:46 +0000

In case anyone had any doubts, both Mariah Carey and Nicki Minaj confirmed their exits from ‘American Idol’ last night (May 30). Mimi’s PR team confirmed her quitting on Twitter, posting: W/ global success of “#Beautiful” (#1 in 30+ countries so far) @MariahCarey confirms world tour & says goodbye 2 Idol http://t.co/ww2q8xmocr — PMK•BNC (@PMK_BNC) [...]

Mariah Carey and Nicki Minaj are Officially Out of 'American Idol'

Damon Houx — Fri, 31 May 2013 02:16:18 +0000

As had been rumored for a while, Mariah Carey and Nicki Minaj have both publicly confirmed that they are leaving 'American Idol' after this season, following the announcement that Randy Jackson was also retiring. This leaves Keith Urban as the last judge standing, though perhaps not for long.

Jennifer Hudson Becomes an 'American Idol' Judge, Kelly Clarkson + Adam Lambert Could Be Next

Shauna Wright — Fri, 24 May 2013 16:24:57 +0000

Giving hope to everyone who's keeping their fingers crossed for an all-alumni judging panel for next year's 'American Idol,' Jennifer Hudson is now officially on board.

One down -- two to go.

'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.

Did Mariah Carey Lip Sync + Throw Shade at Jennifer Lopez on the 'American Idol' Finale?

Jessica Sager — Sun, 19 May 2013 14:39:03 +0000

If there were ever a vocalist on this planet who never needed to lip sync, it's Mariah Carey. Still, following her pitch perfect performance on the finale of 'American Idol,' people speculated that it was too perfect. What happened?

Candice Glover Wins 'American Idol' Season 12

Amy Sciarretto — Fri, 17 May 2013 02:19:21 +0000

Candice Glover was named the winner of Season 12 of 'American Idol,' defeating Kree Harrison, who was voted the runner-up! Congrats, Candice. The world needs a belter like you to be Whitney Houston's heir apparent!

'American Idol' May Cut All Four Judges to Reinvent Itself

Damon Houx — Thu, 09 May 2013 01:22:53 +0000

'American Idol' used to be the hottest show on television, but after 13 years, it's starting to show its age. The show's ratings have slipped from regularly having 30 million viewers to now somewhere around 11 million. And though the show has had some different judges over the course of its run, it's now looking to ditch all four current judges to have a fresh face for season 13.

Adam Lambert + Angie Miller to Duet on the 'American Idol' Finale

Cassandra Rose — Tue, 07 May 2013 17:01:04 +0000

Former 'American Idol' alum Adam Lambert and current 'Idol' front-runner and finalist Angie Miller are scheduled to perform together during this season's 'Idol' finale, set to take place on May 16.

Also returning: Prior judge Jennifer Lopez, and possibly former contestant and Oscar winner Jennifer Hudson.