This season featured fewer drawn-out semifinal episodes. Mike Darnell, the president of alternative programming for Fox, stated that this season focuses more on the contestants’ reality and emotional state.   Read More

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Kara Fired, Ellen Leaves American Idol
American Idol loses 2 judges with the firing of Kara DioGuardi and Ellen’s departure.

Worst Audition ever – American Idol watch!

‘American idol’: ET says Jennifer Lopez is in, Kara is out
Last night Entertainment Tonight reported that Kara DioGuardi is out and Jennifer Lopez is in on American Idol. An inside source said this about Jennifer Lopez, –She’s signed the deal. She’s coming on American Idol.–

Has Jennifer Lopez sealed the deal with American Idol– | Mus
As Ellen Degeneres recently –bowed– out of the American Idol judges panel, there have been many names that have been popping up to replace her. Jennifer Lopez is one name that has come out a lot, and she may have sealed the deal.

NJ Cosmetic Dentst: American Idol Sports a Brand-New Style
During the last season of TV–s –American Idol,– front-runner and eventual runner-up Crystal Bowersox had people across the country talking about something other than her amazing voice. Her not-so-amazing teeth.

WORLD IN NEWS: The Only Way to Save ‘American Idol’– Start O
One original judge from ‘American Idol,’ Randy Jackson, remains. With the return of producer Nigel Lythgoe, this isn’t really a huge surprise — considering he’s said all along that the only way to save ‘Idol,’ post Simon Cowell, is to start over with three new judges

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J-Lo Headed to ‘American Idol’–
‘American Idol’ judge changes: Jennifer Lopez rumored to become a new judge, as Ellen DeGeneres departs. American Idol – Ellen DeGeneres – Jennifer Lopez – Television – Simon Cowell.

‘American Idol’ Bloodbath–
Ellen quits, Kara reportedly fired – even Randy may not be safe! But who will replace them–VOTE: WHO’S NEXT–.

Lee DeWyze Is New `American Idol’
`American Idol’ finale is a Bowersox lovefest.

American Idol is set for final
American Idol is down to its final two singers and set for its finale.

‘American Idol’ in Prison–
FOX411: Privately funded Indiana prison program lets non-violent inmates get their shot at stardom with ‘Idol’-style show.

‘American Idol’ Top Seven: Who Has What It Takes–
Sizing up the final seven ‘American Idol’ contestants ahead of tonight’s ‘Idol Gives Back’ special..

The Tao of ‘American Idol’
While it’s the voters ultimately deciding who will win the title of “American Idol” each season, the judges’ input can’t be ignored..

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‘American Idol’: Where are they now–
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More Cuts on ‘American Idol’
IDOL411: Four contestants sent packing as the ‘American Idol’ judges weed through the Top 24 | VOTE: Who Is the Next ‘American Idol’–.

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Jennifer Lopez Named New ‘American Idol’ Judge For Season 10 – Peace FM Online
Dimewars : Jennifer Lopez reportedly inked a deal to join "American Idol's" judging panel for its upcoming 10th season. It seems that Jennifer Lopez will be …

Jessica Simpson Rumored To Be Considered As ‘American Idol’ Judge – MTV.com
Today's "American Idol" rumor about the potential replacement for Simon Cowell has reality TV veteran and pop singer Jessica Simpson possibly …

Ellen DeGeneres quits American Idol – Monsters and Critics.com
Russ Einhorn / Splash News In a statement, the show's judge said: A couple of months ago, I let Fox and the American Idol producers know that this didn't …

‘American Idol’: Adam Lambert stays steady on airplay chart — but adds spins – Examiner.com
According to the newest top 40 airplay numbers courtesy of Mediabase, the "American Idol" singer did manage to add 228 spins this week to finish at close to …

Jessica Simpson For American Idol– – MTV UK
Jessica Simpson is the latest star in talks to join the American Idol judging panel. Jessica's people have had several meetings with American Idol bosses, …

‘Idol’ auditions return to the Izod Center – NorthJersey.com
Whatever your secret fantasy of "American Idol" stardom is, the opportunity to make it a reality will swing into East Rutherford on Tuesday, …

Sean Diddy Combs An American Idol Judge– Says He’d Love Simon Cowell’s Place – HipHopRX
If you want a guy that comes as close to Simon Cowell on American Idol that's honest about how he feels, then Sean Diddy Combs would fit the bill. …

‘Idol’ Reject — Someone Wants Me to Die of AIDS – TMZ.com (blog)
Ian Benardo — the guy suing "American Idol" for $300 million — has filed a police report with the NYPD claiming he's received multiple death threats since …

Nigel Lythgoe — The ‘American Idol’ Hint – TMZ.com (blog)
Maybe the biggest move "American Idol" made this week is bringing back Nigel Lythgoe as executive producer — which now explains why Nigel made this slip of …