Posts Tagged ‘“American Idol”’
Jordin Shops For A Costume
Wednesday, October 28th, 2009
“American Idol” Jordin Sparks braved a windy day in Los Angeles as she shopped for a Halloween costume at Hollywood Toys and Costumes Store on Hollywood Blvd. I hope she picked something befitting a diva!
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Paula Speaks Out On Ellen
Thursday, September 10th, 2009
Paula Abdul can’t be happy with the news that she’s been replaced on “American Idol” by Ellen DeGeneres—and had to find out about it when the general public did. But the former judge is taking the high road and hiding her disappointment.
E! News reports Abdul released a statement today. “American Idol is a fantastic show that offers an invaluable platform to young talent. Ellen DeGeneres is wildly funny and talented in her own right. I wish her and the show only the best of luck.”
Kudos to Paula for being a class act, but I can’t help wondering if she wishes she had played her cards differently. Did her new manager convince her that “Idol” couldn’t live without her and would cave in to her demands?
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“Idol” Fans Split On Ellen
Thursday, September 10th, 2009
Some fans of “American Idol” are still in shock over the announcement yesterday that talk show host Ellen DeGeneres would replace Paula Abdul on the show.
The AP reports that while some viewers applaud the change, others question the new Judge’s credentials for the job. “Idol” blogger MJ Santilli commented, “I mean, really? Ellen DeGeneres? She guest judged ‘So You Think You Can Dance’ last season, and her critiques were comic relief. So is she going to be a real judge or some kind of joke? She’s a comedian, not a singer or a musician. I’m kinda flummoxed here.”
On her show today, DeGeneres explained her take on “Idol.” “Hopefully, I’m the people’s point of view because I’m just like you. I sit at home and I watch it, and I don’t have that technical … I’m not looking at it in a critical way from the producer’s mind. I’m looking at it as a person who is going to buy the music and is going to relate to that person.”
Will Ellen please the die-hard “Idol” fans? Only time will tell. But Paula’s presence, although sometimes incoherent, will certainly be missed.
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Simon’s Big Payday
Tuesday, June 30th, 2009
“American Idol” judge Simon Cowell will have the opportunity to sharpen his tongue on another season of contestants—and be paid very well for it.
The NY Daily News reports the acerbic Brit is getting a whopping raise for his services, up from $36 million last season to $144 million for the next.
So at least one more batch of “Idol” hopefuls will get their hopes dashed by Cowell, while Randy mutters “Dawg,” and Paula looks loopy. Isn’t that what keeps us watching?
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Ratings Down For “Idol” Finale
Thursday, May 21st, 2009
If Simon’s calling in to vote for Adam, he’s a little later. America (or more likely, a lot of fast-texting tweens) voted for the non-threatening boy next door instead of the guy who could really sing. But even controversy couldn’t keep the ratings for the “American Idol” finale from sinking.
According to Reuters, last night’s show drew the smallest audience since 2004. The “Idol” 28.8 finale lured million viewers, down from 32 million last year. The show made a few changes this season—none of them popular with fans. The addition of fourth judge Kara DioGuardi has been widely panned, and it will be no surprise if she isn’t asked back for season nine.
The water-cooler talk following the finale has been centering on runner-up Adam Lambert, and why he lost. But the rocker with the black nail polish and guyliner is likely to have the last laugh. And the longer career.
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