Ellen DeGeneres is out as 'American Idol' judge
After days of furious rumors, Fox just made it official: Ellen DeGeneres' much-criticized tenure as the fourth judge on "American Idol" has sputtered to an end after just one season, with the Show in the midst of a massive overhaul. In a news release, DeGeneres said she told the producers a couple of months ago that the Show "didn't feel like the right fit for me," partly because of increased work commitments elsewhere, including her popular daytime Talk Show. But...

Ellen exit heralds major "American Idol" makeover
By Jill Serjeant Los Angeles | Fri Jul 30, 2010 1:39pm BST Los Angeles (Reuters) - "American Idol" appears on course for a wholesale make-over after the abrupt departure of Ellen DeGeneres left the ageing singing contest with two holes to fill as it seeks to retain its crown as the most-watched show on U.S. television. DeGeneres quit on Thursday after just a year of her five-year contract on the TV show, following the exit in May of abrasive judge Simon Cowell to run his own show. With no...

With Ellen DeGeneres and Kara DioGuardi out, `American Idol' in a tizzy
What's going to happen to the judges' table on American Idol now that Ellen DeGeneres has waved bye-bye? The comedian/Talk Show host cited a busy schedule as the cause for her abrupt departure but also didn't feel totally comfortable in her critiquing role. ``A couple months ago, I let Fox and the American Idol producers know that this didn't feel like the right fit for me,'' DeGeneres said in a statement. ``[I]t was hard for me to judge people and sometimes hurt their feelings.'' Awww ....

DeGeneres out, J. Lo in as 'American Idol' judge, sources say
Los Angeles - Ellen DeGeneres is dancing off "American Idol" after one season and Jennifer Lopez is poised to step in. A person familiar with negotiations for Lopez said she's close to signing a deal to join FOX TV's hit singing contest as a judge. The person, who was not authorized to comment publicly, spoke Thursday night on condition of anonymity. DeGeneres announced earlier Thursday she is leaving the Show after one season, following fellow judge Simon Cowell out the door. FOX has yet...

What Idol Stands to Lose Without Ellen, Kara and Simon
Simon Cowell, Kara DioGuardi, Ellen DeGeneres | Photo Credits: Michael Tran/FilmMagic.com; Michael Tran/FilmMagic.com; Jon Kopaloff/FilmMagic.com TV Guide The news is all but official: When Fox launches the 10th season of American Idol in January, the contestants will be hearing from judges Randy Jackson , Jennifer Lopez and Aerosmith frontman Steven Tyler . How the chemistry among the trio — which might still be a foursome — will jell remains an unknown, but here's what we do...

What Idol Stands to Lose Without Ellen, Kara and Simon
The news is all but official: When Fox launches the 10th season of American Idol in January, the contestants will be hearing from judges Randy Jackson , Jennifer Lopez and Aerosmith frontman Steven Tyler . How the chemistry among the trio — which might still be a foursome — will jell remains an unknown, but here's what we do know about the new season: Contestants as young as 15 years old are eligible to compete (So get ready for more Katie Stevenses and Aaron Kellys.) Nigel...

Ellen DeGeneres steps down from 'American Idol'; Jessica Biel's money worries; Tara Reid back on with ex-fiance Michael Axtmann?
Ellen DeGeneres steps down from 'American Idol' 0 0 0 Nikki Nelson / WENN.com Ellen DeGeneres has quit her role as a judge on "American Idol" - less than a year after she was drafted in to replace Paula Abdul. The funnywoman was hired by TV executives last August to take Abdul's seat on the panel after the singer walked away from the show following eight seasons. DeGeneres is leaving the talent show too, admitting she wasn't the "right fit" for the tough role because she hated upsetting...

Ryan Seacrest Says He'll Miss Ellen DeGeneres on 'American Idol'
Ryan Seacrest and Randy Jackson will be the only two Founding Fathers of " American Idol " left when the show returns for season 10. The host offered his sentiments to the departing Ellen DeGeneres . "Spoke with Ellen DeGeneres tonight. I will miss her on 'Idol,' Ryan tweeted . “She's one of the kindest and most talented people in Hollywood!" The heartfelt message was posted just hours following Ellen's announcement she'd be stepping down as a judge on "Idol" after only one year on...

OMG: 'American Idol' Loses Ellen, Gains J.Lo!
By Simone Hilliard It looks like Ellen DeGeneres and Kara DioGuardi are out and Jennifer Lopez is in as the new

Ellen DeGeneres Leaving 'American Idol'
Ellen DeGeneres leaving 'American Idol.' This is news to us! We had no idea Ellen DeGeneres was leaving Fox's hit Reality series "American Idol" after just one season. How did we find out? Apparently, host Ryan Seacrest is really bummed about her departure. He took to his Twitter page saying, "Spoke with Ellen DeGeneres tonight. I will miss her on 'Idol'."

'Idol' Shake-Up: DeGeneres, DioGuardi Out; Lopez In?
Just as  American Idol searches for a replacement for Simon Cowell ,  Ellen DeGeneres has announced she is leaving the show after only one season. According to Deadline ,  Jennifer Lopez closed a deal earlier this week to join the show. Further, TMZ is reporting that Kara DioGuardi , who joined two years ago, is also leaving. DeGeneres said she told Fox and the Idol producers months ago that she wasn't comfortable with returning for a second stint. "I told them I...

User's Speak: 'Idol' All Shook Up " Ugh " Are We Still In Love?
She couldnt hold a candle to Paula in looks or talent input. The show is screwed without Simon. – Boater Good one Ellen..you are the only one in the business who would admit to maybe not being a good fit for a job and gracefully moving on...most of those phonies would make up an excuse for leaving...I love you and your show..it is the best and funniest show on daytime tv...you always make me laugh no matter how crappy the day is..no other show does that for me...no matter what you do you...

Ellen Will Always Be Our Idol-for Leaving
Simon Cowell should be proud. Jennifer Lopez should be taking notes. The message of American Idol is: know who you are. If you're a country singer, sing country. If you're Michael Bublé , don't do Coldplay like Coldplay would do Coldplay.  In subtracting herself from Idol , Ellen DeGeneres proved she knows who she is—and, more important, what she was at the judges' table.     As DeGeneres said in her exit statement last night, the chair in front of the stage...

Ellen Is Leaving 'Idol'!
It's official: Despite a reported two-year contract, Ellen DeGeneres has been voted off American Idol , leaving two open slots on the infamous judges panel. The Talk Show comic is bowing out after serving only one season, according to the Associated Press, although she still has plans to stick around the music business. Earlier this spring, she announced her intention to sign 12-year-old YouTube star Greyson Michael Chance to her budding label, eleveneleven. DeGeneres said it was her...

Jennifer Lopez in, Ellen DeGeneres out at 'Idol'
Ellen DeGeneres, left, and Jennifer Lopez (Getty) A major tectonic shift hit "American Idol" on Thursday as Fox announced that Ellen DeGeneres is leaving the Show after one season, becoming the second judge to depart the Show in the past few months, followed by reports that actress-singer Jennifer Lopez will take her place. Lopez's name has been in the mix for a while. Producers considered her one of the best mentors to ever appear on the Show, and Lopez is said to be a huge "Idol" fan....

Randy Jackson -- Nearly an 'American Idol' Casualty
Randy Jackson is the only judge returning to " American Idol " next season ... but that almost wasn't the case. Sources close to production tell TMZ there was "serious talk" of a clean sweep of the judge's panel ... but we're told Idol brass wanted to keep a connection to the original judge's table, so Randy was spared. As we previously reported, Simon Cowell left for "The X Factor," Ellen DeGeneres stepped down after one season and Kara DioGuardi was let go -- leaving Randy as the...

Jennifer Lopez gets a new job
It's all hush hush for now but trust us, it'll be good. Sign Up Now! From the team at... &nsbp; '); //]]> Daily celebrity Fashion, style news and offers from the girls at OSOYOU.com « Beyonce has new Perfume lined up already | Main | How Angelina Jolie keeps her household organised - 25 members of staff » Jennifer Lopez gets a new job Jennifer Lopez has been announced as the newest judge on the American Idol judging table. The Latino singer's music career has been on hold...

The Only Way to Save 'American Idol'? Start Over
Pop-Ed: Well, now we're down to one.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. And, for the most part, he's right. It is the only way to possibly save 'Idol' -- even though it probably won't save 'Idol.' Here's the problem 'Idol' faces: You can't just plug in someone like Steven Tyler...

Kara DioGuardi Leaves "American Idol"
Los Angeles (GaeaTimes.com)- All the regular viewers of the Fox musical Reality series "American Idol" would not be seeing singer Kara DioGuardi in the judges table again. If recent reports are anything to go by then the much-acclaimed singer has been fired by the makers of the hit Reality TV singing competition after they decided to go back to the old format of having just three judges carrying out the responsibilities of evaluating the musical talents of the aspiring contestants. According to...

Kara DioGuardi voted off 'Idol,' Aerosmith's Tyler is up for the job
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Will J-Lo replace Ellen on Idol?
Germany plans memorial for festival Victims Ellen DeGeneres is dancing off American Idol after one season and Jennifer Lopez is poised to step in. A person familiar with negotiations for Lopez said she's close to signing a deal to join Fox TV's hit singing contest as a judge. The person, who was not authorized to comment publicly, spoke on condition of anonymity. DeGeneres has announced she is leaving the show after one season, following fellow judge Simon Cowell out the door. Fox has yet to...

Jennifer Lopez Tapped for Judging Gig on 'American Idol'
Jennifer Lopez Tapped for Judging Gig on 'American Idol' Print Email This AP Jennifer Lopez is no stranger to commanding audiences' attention via television screen. The Bronx bombshell, who got her start as a Fly Girl on the comedy sketch Show 'In Living Color' in the early 90s, may make a weekly return to households as she's in the running to become a judge on the competition-derived music program 'American Idol.' While it comes as no surprise the singer-turned-actress' career has hit a...

Jennifer Lopez's Ass Now On American Idol
We may be losing a dykey comedian, but we’re gaining a ghetto booty. According to AP, former “Fly Girl” Jennifer Lopez is poised to return to television - this time as a judge on “American Idol.” The singer-dancer-actor was close to signing a deal to join Fox TV’s hit singing contest, a person familiar with the negotiations said late Thursday. The person, who was not authorized to comment publicly, spoke on condition of anonymity. Fox declined comment....

American Idol Judges
American Idol new season will come with many changes and it was already expected. Today its four judges' format has been changed and now the Reality show will follow three judges' format. One of the show judges Ellen DeGeneres resigned on Thursday as she was not under contract for new season and on the other hand Kara DioGuardi has been fired. So it's a major shakeup which occurred in few hours. Jennifer Lopez and Jennifer Lopez will replace them on the Reality show. On Thursday...

Jennifer Lopez To Replace Ellen DeGeneres On American Idol?
Jennifer Lopez To Replace Ellen DeGeneres On American Idol?