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...

Howard Stern Talks Trash On Idol: "F-in' Karaoke Contest"
While American Idol ’s producers refuse to discuss the possibility of Howard Stern replacing Simon Cowell with reporters, tabs are taking the shock jock’s acknowledgment that he’d consider doing the show as confirmation they’re in talks. “There’s not a better job on the planet than judging a f—–g karaoke contest,” he said on his Sirius radio program Monday, adding that he’d “tase” Ellen DeGeneres if she danced and...

Howard Stern in Talks to Become 'American Idol' Judge
How Stern is reportedly in talks to become a host on “American Idol.”

Howard Stern to American Idol: Pay Up and I'll Judge!
Fox may want to invest in a quick-triggered bleep button. Rumors that Howard Stern is considering taking Simon Cowell 's soon-to-be-vacant seat on American Idol are true! The shock jock confirmed the buzz yesterday on his Sirius radio show. "There's not a better job on the planet than judging that facacta karaoke contest," he said. "It might be possible, we'll see. They'd have to pay me a ton of dough because I already make a ton of dough." Given that Stern's $500 million contract with...

Howard Stern American Idol?
Howard Stern, new American Idol judge? 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-year contract with Sirius radio is up this year, says that if American Idol will pay him $100 million to “judge a karaoke contest” that he will quit radio and become the new judge for American Idol. Stern told his Sirius...

Guy Oseary, Manager of Madonna, to Replace Simon Cowell on American Idol
Guy Oseary, the manager of pop star Madonna and the chairman of Maverick Records, is rumored to be a favorite to replace Simon Cowell on American Idol. Sources say Idol bosses believe Oseary would be their best bet over their other potential replacements: Tommy Mottola, Jamie Foxx and Howard Stern.

Are You Excited For Ellen DeGeneres to Join American Idol?
While rumors still circulate about who might replace a departing Simon Cowell (with Howard Stern adding his name to the list of contenders ), tonight begins the American Idol makeover! To kick-start the Hollywood week portion of auditions, we'll be saying good-bye to guest judges as Ellen DeGeneres takes her place on the panel - and I cannot wait to see how she meshes with the team (particularly the curmudgeonly Simon Cowell). DeGeneres's involvement actually gets me pretty amped...

The new Simon Cowell?
He’s outrageous, outspoken…. rude. All Howard Stern needs is an English accent, a haircut and a pair of high-waisted trousers. And it seems the shock jock is a serious contender for the American Idol hotseat. Following rumours he’s in the running, Sterm confirms, “There’s not a better job on the planet than judging that f**ing karaoke contest. It might be possible, we’ll see. They’d have to pay me a ton of dough because I already make a ton of...

Ellen Reveals Her Approach to American Idol - and Simon Cowell
Ellen DeGeneres isn’t denying speculation that she and Simon Cowell butted heads while taping American Idol in recent weeks. In fact, she says the judges’ contrasting styles is part of what makes the show so compelling. “Everyone’s making such a big deal about the tension,” Idol ’s newest judge told Ryan Seacrest on his KIIS-FM radio show Tuesday. “You know, there’s been a lot of fun on that panel. Kara [ DioGuardi ]’s been great,...

Ellen DeGeneres says Simon Cowell is 'meaner than I thought'
Los Angeles — Ellen DeGeneres, the newest judge on "American Idol," says Simon Cowell is "meaner" than she thought. Cowell, Randy Jackson, Kara DioGuardi and various guest judges kicked off the ninth season of the Fox singing competition last month. DeGeneres begins her stint tonight. In...

Ellen DeGeneres denies rift with Simon Cowell
Ellen DeGeneres has denied recent suggestions that there is any tension between herself and fellow American Idol judge Simon Cowell. Ellen DeGeneres at the 35th Annual People's Choice Awards - Press Room, Shrine Auditorium, Los Angeles, California. - Russ Einhorn / Splash News The 52-year-old chat-show host spoke out about the recent rumours on a US breakfast radio show. She said: 'Everybody's been making such a big deal about the tension.

Ellen DeGeneres: Simon Cowell Is "Going to Be a Challenge"
Ellen DeGeneres admits sharing the judging panel with American Idol 's Simon Cowell will be a "challenge," but insists there's no bad blood between them. "Everyone's making such a big deal of the tension, but there's been a lot of fun on that panel," DeGeneres, 52, told KIIS-FM 's Ryan Seacrest Tuesday. " Kara [DioGuardi]'s been great, Randy [Jackson]'s been great." As for Cowell? "I think he's a funny guy," the talk show host, who makes her debut on Tuesday's show, says. "I like him...

Article: Ellen DeGeneres: Simon Cowell Is 'Meaner Than I Thought'
Los Angeles, Calif. -- Ellen DeGeneres , the newest judge on “ American Idol ,” says Simon Cowell is “meaner” than she thought. Cowell, Randy Jackson , Kara DioGuardi and various guest judges kicked off the ninth season of the Fox singing competition last month. DeGeneres begins her stint Tuesday night. In a video posted on the show’s Web site, DeGeneres says Cowell is “actually meaner than I thought. It’s hard to listen to him tell people...

Howard Stern Confirms 'Idol' Rumors
Shock jock Howard Stern has confirmed reports he has been approached to replace Simon Cowell when the British music mogul quits American Idol.

Howard Stern - Stern Confirms Idol Gossip
Shock jock Howard Stern has confirmed reports he has been approached to replace Simon Cowell when the British music mogul quits American Idol. The controversial radio DJ is currently in discussions with TV bosses to take on Cowell's spot on the U.S. talent show's panel when the Brit's contract expires in May (10). And he insists he would love to take part in the series - if executives at TV network Fox can pay him enough money. Speaking on his Sirius XM Radio show, Stern says, "There's not a...

Howard Stern admits American Idol Tempts Him
(HMG) – As we reported previously the word was that producers of American Idol covet Howard Stern, as their top choice to take over from Simon Cowell, who leaves at the end of this season.

Howard Stern to American Idol: Pay Up and I'll Judge!
Fox may want to invest in a quick-triggered bleep button. Rumors that Howard Stern is considering taking Simon Cowell 's soon-to-be-vacant seat on American Idol are true! The shock jock confirmed the buzz yesterday on his Sirius radio show. "There's not a better job on the planet than judging that f--king karaoke contest," he said. "It might be possible, we'll see. They'd have to pay me a ton of dough because I already make a ton of dough." Given that Stern's $500 million contract with...

Howard Stern Confirms 'American Idol' Rumors
Howard Stern confirmed on his radio show yesterday that he’s considering leaving Sirius to join the

Howard Stern on 'Idol' rumors: 'f-ing karaoke contest,' is best job ever, but didn't confirm talks
Howard Stern said yesterday that he'd consider joining the judging panel on Fox's "American Idol" when Simon Cowell leaves at the end of the season, but didn't confirm whether producers have actually approached him.

American Idol, Howard Stern, Simon Cowell: Howard Stern In Talks To Replace Simon Cowell On American Idol
: burn! although it may be hard to hear me all the way from eighth place. »

Ellen DeGeneres says 'Idol' judge Simon Cowell is 'meaner than I thought'
DeGeneres says Cowell is 'meaner than I thought'

Howard Stern would replace Simon Cowell for $100 million
Howard Stern addressed rumors that he is gearing up to replace Simon Cowell as a judge on “American Idol”. The shock jock said, “They’d have to pay me a ton of dough because I already make a ton of dough. Yeah I would do that show for $100 million.” I would love to see that. We’d have Howard, Ellen and Randy. Now if they would only can Kara DioGuardi, it would be the best show ever.

Howard Stern: I'd Replace Simon Cowell For $100 Million
Howard Stern says he'll gladly replace Simon Cowell on American Idol " for $100 million. REPORT: Idol Producers Courting Howard Stern To Replace Simon Cowell As reports circulate that Stern is being considered as Simon's replacement next season, the King of All Media addressed the situation on his satellite radio show Monday. "They'd have to pay me a ton of dough because I already make a ton of dough," Stern said, adding that judging Idol is the best job on the planet. (Of...

Howard Stern, Simon Cowell: Stern Fans American Idol Flames, Throws Out A Number
: Man, minutes before kickoff, I flipped a coin  twice on who to take and it ... »

Howard Stern Wants to Replace Simon Cowell
Howard Stern says that he will replace Simon Cowell if he is paid $100 million/ year. Howard Stern also refers to American Idol as a karaoke contest.