American Idol News - Idol Alums to Become Judges

[Melanie]

So, Steven Tyler quits today, JLo hints on the Today Show that she's going to quit as well, and I saw a rumor yesterday that Charlie Sheen and/or Adam Lambert may become a judge. Really? The constant in and out of judges starting with Kara is too much.

[TinkerbellT421]

Yea I think I'm over the whole idol thing. Only reason why I watched it this year is because my mom does really still enjoy it so I watch with her as some quality mom and me time. But if it wasn't for that I wouldn't even bother. Ever since everyone split except for randy I think it went down hill. Though I did enjoy Steven Tyler at first, they all started to get on my nerves this past season.

[SBETigg]

Seriously, just cancel it. We're done here.

[greengeen]

If they hire Sheen or Lambert I wash my hands of AI forever!

[PirateLover]

JLO and Steven Tyler milked what they could out of it, so I'm not surprised to see them go. Steven was good for a few laughs but overall neither one was very good at judging. I have not gotten much joy out of watching American Idol in a few seasons. If they hire Charlie Sheen, that will definitely be IT for me.

[Melanie]

And now I see Randy is possibly going to quit as well, and Mariah Carey and Fergie are names being thrown around as well.

Seriously, what a mess.

[TheDuckRocks]

I seriously don't see Randy leaving, more likely he's just going for more money. If I watch AI again this year will be very much be who will be the new judges. Charlie Sheen and it will be an absolute no go for me. I do agree with Sherri that it is time for an end to AI period.

[SBETigg]

I can't watch America's Got Talent because Howard Stern's voice makes me physically ill. It would be the same for me if they put Charlie Sheen on Idol, but not his voice, his personality. And I also agree with my own earlier comment that I think they're done, anyway. They will recast the judges and once again say they have the best crop of finalists ever and hope to keep the train rolling, but we're not all eager to hop on board anymore.

[AgentC]

I'm starting to think that these type of shows in general have run their course. I watched AI the first year with Jennifer Lopez and Stephen Tyler just to see them, but didn't watch at all last year.

I really enjoyed the early rounds of The Voice. I love the blind choice part but did get a little bored after that . I will probably watch that again because I like the judges

I haven't watched any of the newer talent shows and only watch America's Got Talent if I am flipping by and something catches my attention.

[IamBelle]

I would watch if Adam Lambert was a judge, as an idol alum it makes sense. Charlie Sheen, however, DEFINITELY doesn't belong...what does he know about music?!?

[Ian]

I gave up on AI a few years ago, I think, and I just didn't realize it. I started out watching last season and just got bored so fast I didn't even make it out of audition week.

I think if they really want to revive things a bit they should maybe have judges who are runners up from the season before or something. Inject a little new judge blood into the mix.

Honestly, Randy's "dawg" persona is just irritating now. Give it up, Randy. It's old.

[PirateLover]

Jlo is officially out. She confirmed on Ryan Seacrest's show this morning. Reading reports now that Randy could stay as a package deal with Mariah Carey, since he manages her. Honestly Randy has actually gotten better, especially this past season. He doesn't do the dawg thing much anymore and actually gave some good constructive criticism. He still has catch phrases but I didn't find him as annoying as in the past. I think Mariah would probably be equivalent to Jlo in judging. Who will the 3rd be? Frankly I'd like to see Jimmy Iovine hop on the judges' panel. Last season he critiqued the performances in the results show and gave some of the best and most honest criticism.

[PirateLover]

Now Aretha Franklin has thrown her hat with the enormous bow into the ring! They will have to make a decision soon, as the cattle calls have started and they will need to have a judging panel in place for the judges auditions, which usually happen end of summer/early fall.

[SBETigg]

Now Aretha Franklin has thrown her hat with the enormous bow into the ring!

Hahaha, yes. I read that, too.

Randy manages Mariah? I had no idea. I agree that Jimmy as a judge makes sense since he has been a part of the show and providing guidance and commentary. He fits, and he is already part of the Idol family. Adam Lambert wouldn't bother me, either. I'm probably not watching again, but I can't actually say I won't because if nothing is on, I will end up checking it out anyway. Not if certain people are judging, like Sheen. But never say never. Still, so done with the talent shows.

[MNNHFLTX]

I think if they really want to revive things a bit they should maybe have judges who are runners up from the season before or something.

That is probably the only way I'd ever watch this show again. Except if one of the judges was Fantasia.

[TinkerbellT421]

Well, guess its official that Mariah Carey has signed on for American Idol for next year. I might still watch it as I like Mariah Carey. Though I'm a little turned off by her husbands comments he made last week,I think it was to TMZ, when he told them AI couldn't "afford" his wife. Just irritated me when he said that. Wonder what's going to happen when singers slaughter her songs? lol and wonder if Randy will still mention every time her songs are sung how he managed her blah blah blah speech lol

[TinkerbellT421]

Per nbcnews:

Singer Nicki Minaj reportedly to be a judge on 'American Idol'
By Us Weekly
Nicki Minaj -- and her multiple personas -- will be joining Mariah Carey at the judges' table on "American Idol," two sources confirm to Us Weekly exclusively.
"I'm not sure the deal is completely done yet, but yes, she is definitely doing it," one insider reveals. "A few more slight things to sign off on but it is happening."

The music superstar talks about her unique image and her first international tour, and performs a medley of two of her songs, "I Am Your Leader" and "Beez in the Trap."
A second source says the "Super Bass" rapper, 29, is "100 percent confirmed to judge 'American Idol'." Reps for FOX and Minaj had no comment when contacted by Us.
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Minaj -- born Onika Tanya Maraj -- toured North America with Britney Spears throughout 2011; she will embark on her own world tour beginning October 21 in Nottingham, England. The rapper's latest album, "Pink Friday: Roman Reloaded," debuted at No. 1 in April 2012 and spawned two Top 10 singles, "Starships" and "Pound the Alarm."
On July 23, five-time Grammy Award winner Mariah Carey confirmed she will appear as a judge on "American Idol" next season. "As a singer, songwriter and producer, it's going to be fun and rewarding to help find new talent and give back with 'American Idol'," the singer said in a statement. "I can't wait to channel my creative energy as a part of this show which is a massive global phenomenon."
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As Us exclusively reported in late July, Nick Jonas, 19, is also in the running to fill one of the vacant seats at the judges' table. (Randy Jackson, 56, is being moved into a "mentoring role," according to a source.)


The "Who I Am" singer later confirmed the news via Twitter. "I am being considered to be a judge on American Idol," Jonas wrote. "And it would be a dream come true if it happens." N.E.R.D. rapper Pharrell Williams, 39, is also being considered, according to insiders.
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Previous "American Idol" judges include Simon Cowell, 52, Paula Abdul, 50, Jennifer Lopez, 43, Steven Tyler, 64, Kara DioGuardi, 41, and Ellen DeGeneres, 54. Host Ryan Seacrest, 37, is slated to return for Season 12, premiering this winter.

I am certainly NOT a fan of Nicki Minaj, at all. This news actually sickens me a little

[PirateLover]

No no no no no no no no no. Almost every other name thrown around I could deal with (except Charlie Sheen) but Nicki Minaj... EW. She has some cathcy songs but, she is trashy, foul-mouthed, and so annoying. Remember when she appeared on Idol last year, she almost bounced out of her ill-fitting top. Idol is crazy if they think she will bring in a wider audience.

[TinkerbellT421]

I agree PirateLover!! I was completely and utterly annoyed when I saw this article. I am glad I am not the only one that cannot stand her. I think she has no talent whats so ever. And I really just cannot understand the big deal a lot of people make out of her. I don't get it.

I know I said it before, BUT, if she is a judge on Idol I will officially STOP watching.

[SBETigg]

I agree PirateLover!! I was completely and utterly annoyed when I saw this article. I am glad I am not the only one that cannot stand her. I think she has no talent whats so ever. And I really just cannot understand the big deal a lot of people make out of her. I don't get it.

I know I said it before, BUT, if she is a judge on Idol I will officially STOP watching.

I have no love for Nicki Minaj. I wouldn't be surprised if this turns out to be false, but who knows at this point. Still not compelled to watch again.