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Here is the news! "American Idol" producers want to hire radio shock-jock Howard Stern to replace sharp-tongued Simon Cowell on the hit singing competition. Sources say Stern has been in talks with "Idol," but he's not sure he's ready to leave radio. "'Idol' will do what it takes to sign him," says a source, noting that his inevitable clashing with Ellen DeGeneres would make for great TV. /NYP 10 Dr. Conrad Murray plans to surrender at a Los Angeles courthouse at 1:30 p.m....

American Idol: was that necessary?
Last night’s episode of “American Idol” was kind of a waste of our time. They do the early auditions in seven cities and then throw in an eighth episode for fluff before Hollywood week begins. Anyway, what they did last night was show some more of the really good and really bad auditions that they did not show over the course of this past month. And while it really was not necessary, they aired it, so we’re gonna write about it. They began by recapping Larry...

First look at Ellen DeGeneres on 'American Idol'
Last night, we just had our eighth audition episode of 'American Idol,' and I don't know about the rest of you guys, but I'm ready to get to Hollywood. As much as I enjoyed Neil Patrick Harris and Kristin Chenoweth , I'm also ready to see what Ellen DeGeneres is going to do in her new role as Idol's fourth judge. Luckily, FOX has just released a promo for Hollywood week, which is next week. At that point, DeGeneres joins the judges table for the first time to whittle down the 181 people...

Cowell's Idol nastiness takes DeGeneres aback
New American Idol judge Ellen DeGeneres has revealed Simon Cowell is meaner than she realised. DeGeneres has joined the panel of judges - that includes Cowell, Randy Jackson and Kara DioGuardi - this year after Paula Abdul...

Cowell`s Idol nastiness takes DeGeneres aback
New American Idol judge Ellen DeGeneres has revealed Simon Cowell is meaner than she realised. Ellen DeGeneres at the 35th Annual People's Choice Awards - Press Room, Shrine Auditorium, Los Angeles, California. - Russ Einhorn / Splash News DeGeneres has joined the panel of judges - that includes Cowell, Randy Jackson and Kara DioGuardi - this year after Paula Abdul sensationally quit. But after spending time filming the new series of the hit Reality show, DeGeneres admits she finds it hard...

Video: Ellen DeGeneres Arriving at American Idol's Judges Table
After a month of guest judges, including Neil Patrick Harris and Kristin Chenoweth , Ellen DeGeneres permanently joins the judges table on American Idol .  Ellen DeGeneres newest American Idol judge In September, she announced that she'd be joining the hit Fox show, and said she'd be a great judge "because I've spent my whole life being judged. So I know what it's like." DeGeneres on Idol : I'll be a good judge because I've always been judged Still, it looks like all you need to...

Video: Ellen DeGeneres Arriving at American Idol's Judges Table
After a month of guest judges, including Neil Patrick Harris and Kristin Chenoweth , Ellen DeGeneres permanently joins the judges table on American Idol . Ellen DeGeneres newest American Idol judge In September, she announced that she'd be joining the hit Fox show, and said she'd be a great judge "because I've spent my whole life being judged. So I know what it's like." DeGeneres on Idol : I'll be a good judge because I've always been judged Still, it looks like all you need to do...

Review: 'American Idol' - Denver Auditions
Wow, there were a few whack jobs at the Denver auditions of 'American Idol,' including Bikini Boy (see above). But also an adorable kid who drew Pictures for the judges, as well as a few good singers who got sent through to Hollywood. After the jump, let's take a look at some of the Denver auditions. Mark Labriola. First of all, Mark likes cheese. But even more interesting is the fact that as a kid, he was taken by his mother and the pair were on the run for six years, landing in places like...

Review: 'American Idol' - 'Road To Hollywood'
(S09E08) This is the last episode before we get to Hollywood, and you know it's going to be good for two reasons: Victoria Beckham 's back, and they start it off with "Pants on the Ground" (Although, how could they leave the classic Brett Favre version out of the montage?). However, Beckham is only back for a little while, as this is a montage of auditions from all of the stops that we haven't seen yet. It's kind of weird how it's set up, because even though we haven't seen these people...

POLL: Is Howard Stern Right for American Idol?
According to the New York Post , show producers are in talks to convince controversy lover Howard Stern to take the job of outgoing judge Simon Cowell . Stern is FOX’s first choice to take over Cowell’s role, an insider tells the paper. “ Idol bosses think he’d be even nastier than Simon,” a source says. “They know he would be great TV and would clash with the other judges such as Ellen DeGeneres and the contestants.” But a second source says...

"American Idol" Promo Features Debut Of Ellen DeGeneres
A new promo for next Tuesday night’s Hollywood Week episode of American Idol features the series premiere of series newcomer Ellen DeGeneres. The Emmy-winning comedienne will replace Paula Abdul as a judge on the hit TV talent competition. Ellen’s first Idol air this Tuesday @ 8 PM on FOX.

First Look: Ellen on 'American Idol'
Since Ellen DeGeneres was announced as Paula Abdul's replacement on American Idol way back in September, the buzz has been building about what exactly she will bring to the judging panel. With her arrival just days away, Fox have released a sneak peak at what we can expect. Click 'play' below for your first glimpse at Ellen in action! American Idol continues this Tuesday on Fox.

First Footage Of Ellen On Idol!!
Watch above for the first, albeit brief, footage of Ellen DeGeneres taking her place at the American Idol judges table!! We bet Paula AbDROOL is watching the clip on loop and taking an extra dose of her 'medicine' today!! Will U be tuning in on Tuesday???

Stern to replace Cowell on 'Idol'?
Shock jock Howard Stern is the latest big name rumoured to be in the running to take over from Simon Cowell on American Idol. Cowell has headed the talent show's panel since its inception in 2002, but announced last month he will leave the programme when his contract expires in May. His departure has prompted speculation over who will take his place on the show, with recent guest judges Victoria Beckham and Katy Perry among the rumoured replacements. Actor/singer Jamie Foxx and American Idol...

Stern linked to Idol job
His departure has prompted speculation over who will take his place on the show, with recent guest judges Victoria Beckham and Katy Perry among the rumoured replacements. Actor/singer Jamie Foxx and American Idol host Ryan Seacrest have also been linked to the post, but both denied rumours they are set to step into Cowell's place. Now controversial radio DJ Stern is rumoured to be in talks with TV executives to join the judging panel alongside Ellen DeGeneres, Kara DioGuardi and Randy...

IDOL 411: 'Big Mike' spared by 'American Idol'?
Big Mike, the personal trainer whom Kara described as a "singing teddy bear" in Wednesday night's final auditions episode, was reportedly booted after his father revealed to his local Florida paper that Michael had made the top 24. But the fact that FOX decided to include Big Mike in Wednesday's episode strongly suggests that Lynche, who had his first baby on the way at the time of his try-out, will perform before Ellen DeGeneres in Hollywood next week. Good call, "Idol." As Ruben Studdard can...

American Idol: Rocky Mountain high note
I might know something about the music scene in Denver since I do PR for musical acts, and I feel like I’ve represented more artists from that city than from anywhere else to date. The talent there is just amazing, but I’m not sure why. Do the mountains and beautiful scenery inspire people to write great music? But it’s not just that…it’s the singers, too. Anyway, last night on “American Idol” that Rocky Mountain talent was on display for all the...

Howard Stern to Replace Simon Cowell on American Idol?
There have been loads of rumors about who will replace Simon Cowell when he departs his judge’s seat on American Idol after this season… but Howard Stern? I’m not sure I’m believing this, but PageSix is reporting that Fox is courting Howard Stern to take over for Simon. A source tells PageSix that Howard Stern is their top choice for American Idol judge, and that Stern has been approached with an Idol offer since his Sirius XM Radio deal expires next January. Stern...

Howard Stern to Replace Simon Cowell on American Idol?
Sirius radio personality Howard Stern is rumored to be in talks with American Idol producers to take over for Simon Cowell, Page Six reports : "An insider said that producers of the hit Fox show say Stern, America's highest-paid radio personality, is their top choice to take over from Cowell, who leaves at the end of this season. They approached the King of All Media after he repeatedly mentioned on-air that his exclusive Sirius XM Radio deal expires next January and he was...

Howard Stern To 'American Idol?' Producers Want Him
nypost.com : "American Idol" producers are eager to hire Howard Stern to replace Simon Cowell as the show's tough-talking judge, sources tell Page Six. An insider said that producers of the hit Fox show say Stern, America's highest-paid radio personality, is their top choice to take over from Cowell, who leaves at the end of this season. They approached the King of All Media after he repeatedly mentioned on-air that his exclusive Sirius XM Radio deal expires next January and he was ope Read...

American Idol producers want Howard Stern to replace Simon Cowell
NEW YORK - American Idol producers are planning to rope in "shock-jock" Howard Stern to replace Simon Cowell when the latter leaves the talent hunt at the end of this season, it has emerged.

American Idol - Howard Stern Replacing Simon Cowell?!
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American Idol Producers Want Howard Stern to Replace Simon Cowell
According to PageSix, American Idol producers are keen to sign on Howard Stern to replace Simon Cowell, who is leaving the show after this season. An insider revealed that the highest paid radio personality is their top choice for Cowell's replacement. Fox is said to have approached Stern after he kept mentioning on-air that his exclusive deal with Sirius XM Radio expires next January and that he's open to other offers. Cowell has been paid $50 million per year as a judge on America Idol. An...

Howard Stern to Replace Simon Cowell on American Idol? Um, Sure, Why Not?
Getty Images The race to replace departing American Idol judge Simon Cowell has just taken a bizarre and potentially raunchy new turn. According to the New York Post , Fox is courting radio kingpin Howard Stern —whose contract with Sirius XM Radio expires next January—to step in for Cowell when he moves on to launch the American version of The X Factor . An insider spills to the paper, "It's one of the few shows that could compete with Stern's $100 million-a-year Sirius...