Today In 'Idol': Ellen DeGeneres Joins The Judges Table-Is Howard Stern Next?
:: Hollywood Week begins tonight, as does Ellen DeGeneres’ stint as an Idol judge! While Simon inevitably will make all the contestants cry with his critiques, we’re counting on Ellen to make ‘em laugh. [ People ] :: While Howard Stern himself clearly enjoys fueling the rumors that he may replace Simon Cowell, Richard Rushfield at The Daily Beast reports that it's all just the shock jock playing games in the ongoing talks over renewing his contract at Sirius XM radio....

'American Idol': Is Howard Stern right for the show? 'The View' asks if he's still relevant
On “The View,” Whoopi Goldberg asked those in support of Stern to stand. I counted six people, plus Joy Behar. Hundreds stood up to say they didn’t want Stern on America’s most popular series. Stern told his listeners on Monday that he is talking to the “Idol” producers and said he’d do the show for $100 million.

Howard Stern Says It's Possible He Could Replace Simon on American Idol
Howard Stern says it’s possible he could replace Simon on American Idol. According to TV.com , the outrageous radio show personality, Howard Stern said it’s possible that he could replace Simon Cowell on the Fox hit talent show, “American Idol,” but they would have to pay him a ton of dough to do it. They say that Howard confirmed the rumor yesterday that FOX had contacted him about replacing Simon Cowell on “American Idol” next year. Howard said that there...

Howard Stern: Im Considering American Idol
Radio personality Howard Stern has confirmed reports he is considering joining American Idol as a judge. OK! magazine reports Stern, whose 5-year $500 million contract with Sirius radio expires this year, says Fox has approached him about replacing Simon Cowell next season.

Howard Stern American Idol?
--> Will Howard Stern replace Simon Cowell on American Idol? Howard Stern, the controversial radio host, just might be replacing Simon on American Idol. Stern himself has confirmed the news. Stern, whose $500 million, 5 … Read More

Howard Stern May Be The Next American Idol Judge
American Idol has sought a replacement for Simon Cowell, since he left the show last season.

Howard Stern wants $100 million to replace Simon Cowell on American Idol
Shock-jock Howard Stern has said that he would love to replace Simon Cowell as a judge on American Idol – but only if he gets a $100 million. During his Sirius XM show on Monday, Stern told his listeners: “There’s not a better job on the planet than judging a f*****g karaoke contest.” Stern, who devotes a section of his show to dissecting American Idol, said that the deciding factor in taking on the job will be how much money is on the table. “They’d have to...

Shun, Shag, Or Marry: The Dudes Rumored To Be Replacing Simon On "American Idol"
I don’t know what “American Idol” is thinking, losing Paula Abdul and Simon Cowell ! No offense to Randy, but people certainly weren’t tuning in for his witty commentary or sober decisions. Yes, Ellen DeGeneres is super hilariously awesome, but can the show survive without what Simon says? I guess it depends on who fills his shoes. Last week, rumors sparked that Howard Stern was Fox’s top pick , but this week it sounds like Jamie Foxx , Tommy Mottola, and Guy...

Howard Stern Says He'd Take Over For Simon Cowell For $100M
Howard Stern, Simon CowellFOX / Getty Images Access Hollywood NEW YORK, N.Y. -- Howard Stern has spent his career behind the microphone, but if "American Idol" can afford him, he would be willing to start a new gig behind the judges' desk. "There's isn't a better job on the planet than sitting there judging that f******g karaoke contest," he said on Monday's broadcast of his Sirius radio show. "And, you know, if they're gonna hire me, they gotta pay me a ton of f*****g dough." VIEW THE...

American Idol: Howard Stern a Big-Haired Replacement for Simon Cowell?
American Idol: Howard Stern could be Simon Cowell's replacement. Stern just confirmed American Idol rumors floating around could be true, and that he is thinking of joining the show. While many were afraid that Idol would

Billboard Bits: Howard Stern, Whodini, Metric, Patti Smith and More
Billboard Bits serves up the best bite-sized nuggets of music news and gossip every afternoon. Contrary to popular reports, Howard Stern is not under consideration to replace Simon Cowell as "American Idol" judge. According to the Daily Beast , "Idol" insiders are saying no offer has been made to Stern, and that the show is months away from choosing a replacement. In fact, a source familiar with the search process says Stern was never even being considered. --- With Fashion Week set to kick...

Sherri Shepherd Questions Howard Stern as 'Idol' Replacement (VIDEO)
Sherri Shepherd questioned Howard Stern as a potential choice for Simon Cowell's replacement on 'American Idol,' and wondered whether the shock jock is as relevant as he used to be after moving from terrestrial to satellite radio on 'The View' (weekdays, syndicated). "I think if you got Howard Stern on here now ... the legitimacy of 'American Idol' really, really goes down," Shepherd said. "I don't know if he's as relevant as he used to be." An informal poll of the studio audience...

'American Idol' Producers Claim No Offer Has Been Made to Stern
This morning, Brad told you about the possibility of Howard Stern eventually replacing Simon Cowell on 'American Idol.' Stern didn't exactly do anything to shoot down those rumors, but producers of 'Idol' are. Richard Rushfield at The Daily Beast says that not only have there been no talks with Stern about replacing Cowell, it has never even been a consideration. Stern did talk about it a little on his SIRIUS show , but he never said "yes, I'm talking to the producers" or anything like...

Ellen "Not In Favor" Of Howard Stern On 'Idol'
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'American Idol' Producers Claim No Offer Has Been Made to Stern
This morning, Brad told you about the possibility of Howard Stern eventually replacing Simon Cowell on 'American Idol.' Stern didn't exactly do anything to shoot down those rumors, but producers of 'Idol' are. Richard Rushfield at The Daily Beast says that not only have there been no talks with Stern about replacing Cowell, it has never even been a consideration. Stern did talk about it a little on his SIRIUS show , but he never said "yes, I'm talking to the producers" or anything like...

Howard Stern on Replacing Simon Cowell: There's Not a Better Job on the Planet!
Radio show host Howard Stern is thought to be the top choice to take over Simon Cowell's slot as a judge on 'American Idol' as he leaves the show next year. And Howard's looking forward to it. "There's not a better job on the planet than judging that f—ing karaoke contest," says the 56-year old jock on his Sirius radio show. "It would be the best thing that happened to me. What a cush job-$100 million for four months. Who wouldn't take that?" But of course, Howard...

POLL: Should Howard Stern Replace Simon Cowell?
Howard revealed Fox is interested in hiring him to replace Simon, but what do you think…. Should Howard Stern Replace Simon Cowell on 'American Idol'?

Howard Stern Would Replace Simon Cowell for $100 Million
Rumors have been circulating for the last week or so, suggesting American Idol producers' top choice to replace head judge Simon Cowell is none other than shock jock Howard Stern. As a regular listener of Stern's morning program, Howard initially dismissed the potential of this story, stating concerns over the travel aspects required for the show.  Stern currently broadcasts from Manhattan and has repeatedly stated his aversion to traveling cross country, even for promotional...

American Idol, Howard Stern, Simon Cowell: Howard Stern In Talks To Replace Simon Cowell On American Idol
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Howard Stern Says Maybe To 'American Idol'
popeater.com : The Howard Stern 'American Idol' rumors are no longer just rumors. On Monday, the shock jock addressed the situation on his radio show, saying he'd accept a seat in the judges' booth for the right price. "They'd have to pay me a ton of dough because I already make a ton of dough," Stern said on Monday. That wasn't all he said, though it was probably the least offensive thing that came out of his mouth... Read the whole story: popeater.com Get HuffPost Entertainment On Facebook...

American Idol Nice & Nasty: Ellen DeGeneres vs. Simon Cowell
Talk show host Ellen DeGeneres will make her American Idol debut as a permanent judge in the panel that includes Randy Jackson , Kara DioGuardi and the vicious Simon Cowell during the Hollywood round starting on Tuesday (February 9). American Idol Season 9 Top 24 Leaked (Spoilers!) Ellen and Simon will battle it off " nice vs. nasty as Entertainment Weekly called it. Ellen doesn't deny there's some tension between the two but that is what makes show interesting. Ellen still...

Ellen finds Simon Cowell ?a challenge? on American Idol
New American Idol judge Ellen DeGeneres hinted of fireworks between her and Simon Cowell, and said she'd prefer not to sit next to the acid-tongued…

Ellen Debuts On American Idol Tonight
Ellen DeGeneres File Photo Ellen DeGeneres will have her American Idol debut tonight as she takes over for Paula Abdul in the judge’s chair.

ELLEN DEGENERES JUDGES THE JUDGES ON "AMERICAN IDOL"
American Idol: Ellen DeGeneres. CR: Michael Becker / FOX To night is Ellen DeGeneres ‘ first appearance on American Idol and she's getting a whole new perspective on the Reality show.