Ellen Degeneres To Replace Paula on American Idol

This makes no sense...Ellen Degeneres is replacing Paula Abdul on American Idol? What does she know about singing?

Emmy Award-winning talk show host Ellen DeGeneres has joined AMERICAN IDOL as a fourth judge. DeGeneres will sit alongside Simon Cowell, Randy Jackson and Kara DioGuardi and offer her own unique perspective to the contestants throughout the competition.

“I’m thrilled to be the new judge on AMERICAN IDOL,” said DeGeneres. ”I’ve watched since the beginning, and I’ve always been a huge fan. So getting this job is a dream come true, and think of all the money I’ll save from not having to text in my vote.”

“I could not be more excited to have Ellen join the AMERICAN IDOL family,” said creator and executive producer Simon Fuller. “Ellen has been a fan of the show for many years, and her love of music and understanding of the American public will bring a unique human touch to our judging panel. I can’t wait for this next season to begin.”

Paula Abdul leaving American Idol

Paula Abdul has tweeted that she is leaving American Idol. Who are they going to get to play the dopey, drunk judge?

With sadness in my heart, I’ve decided not to return to #IDOL. I’ll miss nurturing all the new talent, but most of all..Cont'd...about 12 hours ago from web

H/T popeater

Chris Daughtry Makes Idol History

Chris Daughtry just released his 2nd album and it entered the Billboard 200 at #1, making him the first Idol to have back to back #1 albums. I like Chris Daughtry's music. Haven't heard his new album, but if it is anything like his first one, it will stay at #1 for awhile.

I also like American Idol. What? Shut up!