Randy Jackson

Randy Jackson finally ditches American Idol

Krystal Clark — Thu, 09 May 2013 16:41:00 -0700

Oh no, dawg! Randy Jackson is moving on from American Idol. He's confirmed plans to leave the singing competition after this season.

The Keith Urban interview: Why he's our Australian idol

Kat Hobza — Tue, 26 Feb 2013 07:48:00 -0800

When there’s an opening on the American Idol judge’s panel, why don’t they get an average Joe to represent the rest of us? We’re the ones who buy the music. Three music industry insiders and one regular guy. With Keith Urban, we get both. He’s an acclaimed music legend with an undeniable realness about him. Here, he gives us an inside peek at being a judge, what a morning with the fam is like, and answers if he and “Nic” will ever do a duet…

Nicki Minaj on Idol: We're required to hurt people's feelings

Jaclyn Brandt — Thu, 21 Feb 2013 10:43:00 -0800

The show is in Las Vegas right now, but the judges are having a hard time letting anyone go. Nicki Minaj doesn't want to be the mean one, but knows it's part of her job.

Jennifer Love Hewitt: Music video is sexy, steamy, and hot!

Kat Robinson — Wed, 06 Feb 2013 06:36:00 -0800

We've got to hand it to Jennifer Love Hewitt: The 33-year-old actress is undeniably sexy in her sultry new music video for "I'm a Woman." Watch the full-length video below.

Steven Tyler's weird drag prank on American Idol

Joyce Slaton — Fri, 01 Feb 2013 11:41:00 -0800

A man in drag shocked the judges on Thursday night's ep of American Idol. Who was the mystery blonde? None other than former Idol judge Steven Tyler.

Nicki Minaj says she's not cray-cray, goes on American Idol and proves she is

Kat Hobza — Thu, 24 Jan 2013 10:36:00 -0800

In an interview with Ellen, Nicki launched into a convoluted explanation about overcompensating because she had heard, and later felt, that Mariah Carey didn’t like her. So someone doesn’t like you, and you act like a nut-job so they really won’t like you? Nicki’s explanation and her behavior are cray-cray. May it please the court…

Can American Idol compete against copycat talent shows?

Kat Hobza — Thu, 17 Jan 2013 09:30:00 -0800

American Idol did it first, and it did it the best. Since its inception, knockoff programs such as The X Factor, America’s Got Talent, and The Voice have cropped up, hoping to steal the supreme ruler’s crown. With its panel of new judges, can Idol compete? Wednesday night’s Season 12 premiere may have given us a few hints about the show’s longevity… or lack thereof…

New American Idol promo: Is Mariah the new Paula?

Deirdre Kaye — Thu, 22 Nov 2012 13:51:00 -0800

Let's be honest: When the new cast of American Idol judges was announced, we all thought Nicki Minaj would be the emotional replacement for Paula Abdul. The new promo suggests otherwise...

MTV gives America's Best Dance Crew the boot!

Krystal Clark — Mon, 12 Nov 2012 08:57:00 -0800

It's a bad day for the folks behind America's Best Dance Crew. MTV has confirmed that the reality competition is no more. After seven seasons, they've decided to pull the plug.

Nicki Minaj and Keith Urban join Mariah Carey on Idol

Meagan Morris — Sun, 16 Sep 2012 14:00:00 -0700

We can all breathe again: Nicki Minaj and Keith Urban have officially joined American Idol as judges. The big question is whether or not we care.

Is Randy Jackson back on the Idol judging panel?

Jaclyn Brandt — Tue, 11 Sep 2012 19:30:00 -0700

Adding to the confusion over who will be on the judging panel when American Idol returns, Randy Jackson may once again be the only familiar face.

Randy Jackson "forced" to quit as Idol judge?

Michelle Leach — Fri, 31 Aug 2012 10:14:00 -0700

As Paula Abdul, Simon Cowell and a blur of succeeding judges left Idol, Randy Jackson remained the show's rock. No more.

Katy Perry rejects American Idol, Alanis Morissette interested

Jaclyn Brandt — Sat, 25 Aug 2012 11:14:00 -0700

Changes are coming to the show, maybe more than anyone expected. The show is reportedly looking for a third judge. So where does that leave Randy Jackson?

Nicki Minaj is bringing her "Super Bass" to American Idol

Meagan Morris — Mon, 20 Aug 2012 10:26:00 -0700

We didn't expect this: Nicki Minaj is finalizing negotiations to join Mariah Carey as a judge on American Idol.

Mariah Carey could be one step closer to landing Idol gig

Jaclyn Brandt — Sat, 21 Jul 2012 17:54:00 -0700

With one judge definitely gone, and two more possibly on their way out, the show is looking to freshen things up for the new season.

Steven Tyler and JLo go: Other ways Idol should adapt

Julie Sprankles — Mon, 16 Jul 2012 13:24:00 -0700

Somebody flipped the script on Jennifer Lopez and Steven Tyler! The now former judges of American Idol apparently didn't get the votes they needed from the network to stay on the panel. Here are our suggestions for other ways to shake up the ratings-stalled show.

Were Steven Tyler and Jennifer Lopez asked to leave Idol?

Jaclyn Brandt — Sat, 14 Jul 2012 13:25:00 -0700

After two of the three judges announced their departure this week, people are wondering if it was their choice to leave.

And then there was one: Jennifer Lopez also leaves Idol

Meagan Morris — Fri, 13 Jul 2012 13:36:00 -0700

Jennifer Lopez teased Thursday that she was considering an exit from American Idol. Well, it looks like her mind was already made up: She confirmed the news to Ryan Seacrest on Friday morning.

Another year of Steven Tyler on American Idol? Dream on

Meagan Morris — Thu, 12 Jul 2012 14:18:00 -0700

It's over: Steven Tyler is officially off American Idol after two season on the show. Jennifer Lopez is probably next, so what will happen to the show?

Kellie Pickler talks fashion, beauty and starting a family

Cristina Gibson — Tue, 26 Jun 2012 09:00:00 -0700

Call off the bump watch! The country crooner says she's not ready for kids and dishes on a recent dress disaster due to Randy Jackson.

What's next for DeAndre after American Idol elimination?

Ashley Lee — Fri, 06 Apr 2012 16:45:00 -0700

That's the good thing about eliminating a contestant who is still in high school -- even though he was booted from American Idol, he still has prom ahead of him.