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American Idol 2010: Ellen DeGeneres To Replace Paula Abdul As New Judge
Paula Abdul, who quit American Idol, has been officially replaced for American Idol 2010. Fox announced today that Ellen DeGeneres will be the new 4th judge on the upcoming season of Idol starting January:
Ellen DeGeneres is dancing her way into the fourth judge’s seat on “American Idol.” Fox announced Wednesday the talk show host and comedian, who admittedly has no formal music experience other than a passion for tunes, would join Simon Cowell, Randy Jackson and Kara DioGuardi for the ninth season starting in January.
“Hopefully, I’m the people’s point of view because I’m just like you,” DeGeneres said on her show. “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.”
While a series of guest judges including Neil Patrick Harris, Katy Perry, and Victoria Beckham, filled in for Abdul during the audition phase no one had yet been named as the official, regular season replacement. Looks like Fox and Abdul won’t be going back to the bargaining table.
What do you think of Ellen joining Idol this year? With no musical experience she’s a stark contrast to Abdul’s background, but could that be a good thing?
Source: AP
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September 9th, 2009 at 9:49 PM
Booo!! Bring back Paula!!
September 9th, 2009 at 11:18 PM
c’mon Jenna give Ellen a chance!!!Personally I think she will do great!
September 9th, 2009 at 11:29 PM
I know she’s a funny person, and as long as she doesn’t flaunt her lesbianism or have prejudice towards contestants who obviously have Christian or other conservative beliefs, I guess it will be okay. The fact that she has no musical training is fine, because she can represent the average person. My only concern is that it’s always been a family show, and I hope it doesn’t start having raunchy, innapropriate sexual humor on it or I’ll become an ex Idol fan.
September 9th, 2009 at 11:54 PM
I am very surprised and happy not because of Paula´s leave but yes because of Ellen joined the crew. She is not an expert but she is not a deaf person and she can represent a lot of people who buy cd´s or go to concerts because of the talent of the artists with not an extraordinary voice but a great talent.
September 10th, 2009 at 12:09 AM
Lets give Ellen a chance. After all, I could not ever figure out exactly what Paula was saying each week. I was always like…Huh?? what did she just say?? And it had to do with what???
September 10th, 2009 at 12:46 AM
great. i think ellen will be an awesome judge. she’s got good taste and i think she treats people fairly. good luck ellen!
September 10th, 2009 at 12:53 AM
Cyndi, You are an ignorant person. Her sexual preference doesn’t mean there would be raunchy sexual humor. We are 10 times more likely to see that from a straight male. Also, being a lesbian does not mean that a person lacks Christian values. As for conservative beliefs, only people who are brainwashed by FoxNews have such a narrow, prejudiced, judgemental view of others. For Ellen, it will be about judging musical performance.
September 10th, 2009 at 1:44 AM
That is not a good move. When I just read this I actually considered not watching anymore. I can not stand Ellen and her humor. She will have no Chemistry with Simon or Randy and will add nothing to the show. If anything it will bring down ratings~ Bring back Paula or someone with a music background
September 10th, 2009 at 2:33 AM
While I love American Idol, I probably won’t be watching it as much, because I have never cared for Ellen Degeneres. That’s too bad that Paula left. She was at least nice and pretty to look at. I think Ellen is a “weird” choice.
September 10th, 2009 at 2:34 AM
I have always heard of Ellen DeGeneres but never really decided what i think about her. My husband and I have started watching her show lately and read a few bits and pieces about her personal life. The way i see it is ‘what you see is what you get’, she is a highly intelligent and talented woman who will bring a standard of excellence to the panel of judges. She has her own style and is a real person. Ellen knows about Show Business – Go Ellen!!!!!!!!!
September 10th, 2009 at 2:41 AM
I think this is a great idea! To have someone outside of the music industry but who knows what the public would like
It will make for interesting watching!!!!!
September 10th, 2009 at 4:56 AM
Wow!! Thanks Deb!!! I thought I was in a very small minority. I seriously had NO clue what Paula was saying each week. She would take so long to say very little and mean not a lot. I loved Paula in her hey day. But I think she may have had one too many stacks in the dance rehearsal room and hit her head once too often. As for Ellen flaunting her preference … anyone see how she practically stalked George Clooney?? That was just too funny. Admittedly I don’t get to watch her show too often, but when I do she seems to make more of a deal about the fellas than the chickies. I hope to see a positivity to her comments as a “regular” music lover. Not all changes are bad … let’s see how it pans out …
September 10th, 2009 at 5:22 AM
I was very disappointed to see Paula leave the show and she will be missed. However, if she had to be replaced, I cannot think of anyone I would enjoy better than Ellen Degeneres. Yes, she may be a lesbian but she has a heart of gold and genuinely cares for others. Not to mention she is very funny! This makes me feel better about season 2010 of AI.
September 10th, 2009 at 5:44 AM
Come back Paula!!
September 10th, 2009 at 5:45 AM
What does Degenerate know about music? She is not a singer, or musically inclined person at all. She’s not even funny and she’s supposed to be a comedian. This is to appease the people who were upset about Adam not winning last season and it’s ridiculous. How could people have watched over the years and not be upset about how they’ve treated Paula? We are done with the show as of now.
September 10th, 2009 at 5:46 AM
bring back Paula
September 10th, 2009 at 7:12 AM
I will miss Paula, but we shall see how Ellen works out. Does she have a singing background? It will be funny to see her and Simon work together.
September 10th, 2009 at 7:48 AM
I think it is the beginning of the end for that show. They totally destroyed the chemistry. They added kara last year and she didnot bring anything at all new to the show. And now Paula gone. AI should be ashamed of themselves for not signing her. I was so physced to watch the new season and now i dont really care. Ellen bores the hell out of me on her show or stand up and she will be a bore on AI.
September 10th, 2009 at 8:33 AM
Ellen is a fantastic choice, just watch her show and you will know she stays up to date on the music scene, she follows Idol and her comments are right on. She knows the judges, and will be a good fit if you judge that from their appearances on her show. I have never been offended by her humor and have watched her show since it began, it’s obvious those with negative comments have not. Way to go Ellen!!! I am now very excited about the next “Idol” season.
September 10th, 2009 at 8:48 AM
Well, I like Ellen, but I am going to miss Paula. I really liked Paula and she belongs on Idol. I mean, Ellen is funny, yes, but she is supposed to “critique” the contestants – they aren’t going to care what she has to say since she doesn’t have the musical background. People really only care what Simon has to say anyway. I just wish Paula would have stayed with Idol. It won’t be the same without her.
September 10th, 2009 at 9:19 AM
Love it! Ellen is a genuinely hilarious person, and will indeed provide “the people’s point of view”. It’s true that she doesn’t have the musical background that the other three judges have, but she is a major music fan and will provide an interesting viewpoint. And let’s face it–Paula never made any sense anyway!
September 10th, 2009 at 9:24 AM
ellen is just as annoying as Paula. The show is done with now.She babbles as much as Paula did. Why not just put Paula back?
September 10th, 2009 at 9:32 AM
I love Ellen! But what an insult to Paula, to bring a comedian. Paula is a musical artist a dancer, singer choreographer… Why in God’s name could they just not give her a contract?! It was easy with the other four?! She was human,imperfect maybe, but real,even when she was a little loopy, at least it made her like every one else in the real world!
September 10th, 2009 at 10:12 AM
While Paula had a great background, more than half the time she didn’t even make any sense- she always had trouble trying to get out what she WAS trying to say. Sometimes it was painful to listen to her. She didn’t really judge, she was so full of herself- and wanted the contestants to like her. She should have tried to REALLY judge and maybe she wouldn’t be in this position. I enjoyed her somewhat, but surely it is time to move on……. good choice to replace her.
As for Ellen – I am so happy to hear that she will be a part of the show, and she does appreciate good music from a “insider, yet not officially trained musically,” view. Her comments when she has musicians on her show, prove that she will be a good judge. Her humor is amazing – and she appeals to all age groups which is phenomenal. If anyone has taken the time to watch her show, she is totally open and non judgmental – the best attributes for a judge. I think Fox made a great move – my hat’s off to the producers!
September 10th, 2009 at 10:18 AM
I was looking forward to watching Paula and Simon go at it again this year. I really enjoy watching Ellen everyday and just because she doesn’t sing doesn’t mean she doesn’t know about music. She is sure around it more than the average person that you want her to represent ( which is good ). I think the show will survive until Simon leaves. Then there will just be too much change. We couldn’t make this about finding a good singer could we !!
September 10th, 2009 at 10:27 AM
I won’t be watching Idol anymore!
September 10th, 2009 at 10:30 AM
I ony say bring PA back>>>>>>>>>>PLEASE
September 10th, 2009 at 10:41 AM
There is no bigger fan of AI than I have been, I still play over and over the video of seasons 1 through 4 and am constantly loking online to play videos of my favorite contestants. I think using Ellen is a really big mistake, even though I do agree that Kara didn’t ad a great deal to the show last season, it would be much better to simply keep the three judges as they are and not add another 4th judge. I agree that this is the beginning of the end for what has been a wonderful show. I will likely not be exicted again as I have been and will eventually loose my interest. No matter what though, AI will never be the same without Paula, she is absolutely more valuable that than AI thinks she is.
September 10th, 2009 at 11:00 AM
FIRST OF ALL “HELLO KATHLEEN F” NICE TO SEE A FAMILIAR NAME.
I’M REALLY GOING TO MISS PAULA AND HER CHEMISTRY WITH SIMON…..I JUST DON’T THINK THAT ELLEN WILL HAVED THE SAME CHEMISTRY BUT I DO THINK THAT THE TWO OF THEM ARE GOING TO GET INTO IT THIS SEASON….I SAW HER ON SYTYCD AND BASICALLY SHE IS JUST A COMEDIAN MAKING LIGHT OF THE SUBJECT….SHE WILL PROBABLY BE SYMPATHIC TOWARDS THE UNDERACHIEVERS……SIMILAR TO PAULA EXCEPT PAULA KNEW HER MUSIC……I GUESS NOW I’LL JUST BE CURIOUS TO SEE HOW THIS SEASON WILL GO. “CHANGE” ISN’T THIS WHAT THE WORLD IS ABOUT??????
HELLO TO ALL MY ADAM FANS OUT THERE!!!!!!!!
September 10th, 2009 at 11:26 AM
I love Ellen but I still say BRING BACK PAULA!! I think it was a good move to get someone totally opposite of Paula because she cannot be replaced. Ellen will be funny and give the everyday person’s opinion. But I thought the purpose of judges was to give a PROFESSIONAL opinion. Guess we’ll se what happens. I think this is the beginning of the end for AI.
September 10th, 2009 at 11:34 AM
I cannot stand Ellen. I think it is a wrong move for her to be on the show. Don’t think I will be watching anymore.
September 10th, 2009 at 12:12 PM
Ellen is a comedian. I don’t think someone would want to sing their heart out in front of a comedian and then have them judge your performance. That seems like a bad idea. Maybe it will good television to see that, but that doesn’t seem right to me.
September 10th, 2009 at 12:29 PM
Why not??? As long as she means what she will say in all her judging stints in AI, that would make her a lot better than the other 3….
September 10th, 2009 at 1:50 PM
This is the stupid. What is Fox thinking. I think she is a bore, over rated and no talent. Why the hell would you have a non music expert be a judge. I am done with Idol now, I could not be bothered to watch it with that freak as judge
September 10th, 2009 at 1:51 PM
Adam would have been a good choice, or another past idol winner ( I know Adam did not win )
September 10th, 2009 at 1:53 PM
They should have kept the judging at 3. Can you see Ellen flirting with Simon.. Oh no, she will be after Kira. Kira sucks as a judge, now Ellen. Ratings will be way down.
September 10th, 2009 at 2:09 PM
They don’t need 4 judges – 3 is plenty. However, Ellen is hysterical, so she may bring something to the table. Simon is always so serious so Ellen can lighten the mood.
September 10th, 2009 at 2:35 PM
Absolutely not Ellen Degeneres–!! I do not watch anything she is in. Why in the world her?? I heard Shania Twain was interviewed and I rejoiced!
September 10th, 2009 at 3:42 PM
Maybe Ellen is more qualified than me to be judge, but I have not missed an IDOL show in years either, I did not know that was a qualification!! LLLLLLLL
September 10th, 2009 at 4:01 PM
WRONG MOVE………….
September 10th, 2009 at 4:48 PM
I think Ellen being the fourth judge is really weird. I don’t get it. Three judges is enough,but if you just want to fill the seat, I’ll be glad to do that for you. I could probably do as well as she.
September 10th, 2009 at 6:46 PM
Why Ellen? She has nothing to contribute except for her comedy skills…This really does not make any sense. Hope is makeing these stupid decisions. I am with a lot of people keep 3 judges or just bring Paula back that’s who we want to see.
September 10th, 2009 at 6:56 PM
I think Ellen will be a wonderful addition. You do not need to be a musician to recognize a talented musician. She has class and humor. I picture her as being a compassionate and honest judge. I can’t wait for the new season.
September 10th, 2009 at 7:20 PM
I was surprised to hear that Ellen will be joining the panel of judges. Seemed like a weird fit, but after thinking about it I think Ellen is a good cyhoice and will add some spice to the show. I love her humor and can’t wait to hear her comments. Go Ellen!
September 10th, 2009 at 7:57 PM
well i use to love watching american idol but since ellen is going to be hosting my family and i will STOP watching it. I know several others where i live will be ditching the show i hope she doesn’t last long.
September 10th, 2009 at 8:04 PM
Ohhhhhh,NOOOOOOO!
Paula is the best..
Sorry AI!
No more AI!!! this is at joke!!!
September 10th, 2009 at 8:05 PM
Terrible!!!! We love Paula,she is AI!
AI: a comedy!!!
No more AI!
September 10th, 2009 at 8:08 PM
What????? ohhh nooo: AI become a comedy!
Bring Paulaaaaa!
September 10th, 2009 at 8:10 PM
Nooo,bring back Paula!
OK: AI is a “comedy!
Bye bye AI!
September 10th, 2009 at 8:11 PM
OHHHHH,NOOOO!!!
PLEASE: BRING BACK PAULA!!!
NO MORE AI!
September 10th, 2009 at 8:13 PM
Is very sad ..But for meee: no more AI!
Is comedy ???
No paula: NO more AI!
PAULA,PAULAAA!
September 10th, 2009 at 8:15 PM
AHHHHHH,NOOO : PAULA IS AI!
STO WATCHING AI!
STOP AI!
PAULA: WE LOVE YOUUUUUU!
September 10th, 2009 at 8:18 PM
STOP WATCHING AI!
FANS: STOP WATCHING!
ADAM FAN’S STOP Wathing!
NO PAULA????Wuahhh NO MORE AI!
SORRY!
September 10th, 2009 at 8:20 PM
AI: bring back Paula!
No PAULA: No more AI!
AI FANS: STOP watching AI!
September 10th, 2009 at 8:23 PM
Whattttt????
Paula back please!
September 10th, 2009 at 8:26 PM
ADAM FAN’S STOP WATCHING AI.
BRING PAULA!!!
September 10th, 2009 at 8:29 PM
Noooo: Paula is AI!
Back Paula.
No watching AI! Stop!
September 10th, 2009 at 11:09 PM
Hey for once someone has said what I think…
When they perform I say to myself, would I buy their CD ???? It’s a basic thought and Ellen finally said it out loud !!!!!!!!!! Thanks Ellen….you go girl…welcome aboard !!!!! I haven’t missed ONE show since the beginning and I’m 55 years old… I LOVE LOVE LOVE this show !!! Good luck & have fun !!
~Sue~
September 11th, 2009 at 2:49 AM
I loved American Idol…good family show. But I can NOT watch now that Ellen is a judge. I can’t stand her. Hopefully they will change next year and I can watch again, but until then I will be watching something else.
September 11th, 2009 at 3:24 AM
PLEASE. I LIKE ELLEN VERY MUCH. BUT NOT AS AN AMERICAN IDOL JUDGE. SHE FOOLS AROUND TOO MUCH. TAKES TOO MUCH TIME. AND SHE DOESN’T KNOW HOOT ABOUT MUSIC. SORRY ELLEN! SIMONE PLEASE BRING BACK OUR BABY PAULA ABDUL. WE MISS HER SWEETNESS.
September 11th, 2009 at 1:18 PM
I like interesting, so I curious how she is going to man-handle Simon. There ought to be good humor, now after saying that, I can tell the shows are going to run long again this year.
September 11th, 2009 at 1:22 PM
Concerning Paula, the days I recorded the show I always fast forwarded threw her comments. When she spoke it was like fingernails on a chalkboard.
September 11th, 2009 at 3:16 PM
I think you’re crazy for asking us to boycot idol because Paula isn’t there. An agreement was settled years ago with Paula and AI because of the scandal with the young contestant that her contract was not going to be renewed and she agreed. Why do you think she is not protesting this?
Welcome aboard, Ellen. You are going to be a great addition to the show.
September 11th, 2009 at 3:32 PM
Enough! Give Ellen a chance, she’s great, she’s funny, she’s talented, who gives what she does in the privacy of her own home, especially when you think about the deviant child predators who will probably be sitting home watching her entertain all of us and criticizing HER, (while they laugh)! Who are we to judge her unless we’ve walked in her shoes? I’d bet any of the anti Ellen’s here would be more than happy to take her money and if they met her in person, they’d be just as stimied as they would if they met any other star, and if you say anything else I will call you a liar! Let’s not be Monday Morning Quarterbacks, for heaven’s sake, if sneering Simon controlling Cowell is free to be up there, then so is Ellen DeGeneres. It’s her country too, and she does have a pretty broad fan base who are not lesbians. That is just SO petty……live and let live! There is a reason that such narrow minded judgemental people like those who carry on here aren’t the TV exectutives who make the decisions about who will and who won’t judge those contestants!
September 11th, 2009 at 3:37 PM
And please, those of you who are so holier than thou, please DO boycott the show, watch one of your money grubbing theiving preachers on TV that night instead.
Paula Abdul is a great talent too, but she’s entitled to make her own Rush the drug addict Limbaugh, he has rights too, remember?
September 11th, 2009 at 3:39 PM
Sorry, I was saying that Paula Abdul is entitled to make her own career decisions too and I’ll bet they’re great ones, so let’s wait and see. And as for you who think that the show will be too ‘long’ for you, turn on your radios so you can listen to YOUR idol Rush Limbaugh. SEE, something for EVERYONE!!
September 11th, 2009 at 7:11 PM
Go Ellen she’s a great person and think she’ll be good for the show….”GO ELLEN”
September 13th, 2009 at 12:13 AM
Hi PHYLLIS, Hi Santa Barbara Ron…………. I hope we have some good talent this year to comment about. PHYLLIS, I went to the AI Tour concert and saw ADAM close up – he is AMAZING live. We had seats up front and we made a sign with 2 gold stars and we love ADAM in the middle and he pointed at it while singing – it was thrilling. I saw him in Hartford, the show was great – ADAM was far superior to the others and almost everyone there was there for him!
I was sooo happy to see your name – hopefully we will have some more conversation this year – I won’t have as much time as last year, working and going to school, but I don’t want to miss AI. It should be interesting with the new judge.
September 13th, 2009 at 4:16 AM
I THINK IT’S GREAT!!! I PREDICT MORE PEOPLE THAN EVER WILL WATCH THIS YEAR. I HAVE PERSONALLY ALWAYS THOUGHT PAULA WOULD DO BETTER IN THE ROLE OF INSTUCTOR TO THE CONTESTANTS NOT A JUDGE OF THEM.
September 14th, 2009 at 1:07 AM
I am sad for Paula that things did not work out but excited to see what Ellen will bring. She is funny and will add to the show and it will be great to see the heat between her and Simon. it is goibg to be a great year if they get rid of Kira,she is a terrible addition to the show.
September 14th, 2009 at 3:12 AM
I was looking forward to the new season but will not even bother watching now. I can’t stand Ellen. She’s not a good choice. They should have had three judges or brought in someone with a music background.
September 14th, 2009 at 11:21 AM
HI KATHLEEN F,
I WAS SO GLAD TO HEAR FROM YOU….ESPECIALLY ABOUT THE AI TOUR…..I JUST KNEW HE WOULD BE FANTASTIC….OF COURSE, THIS YEAR AI DIDN’T GET TO VEGAS BUT I AM SURE HE WILL BE HEADLINING HERE ONE DAY SOON…..I AM SO GLAD YOU MADE IT AND HAD GREAT SEATS…HE HAD TO BLOW THE ROOF OFF THE PLACE….
I TOO AM EXCITED ABOUT THE NEW SEASON AND I HOPE WE HAVE GOOD SINGERS LIKE WE DID THIS YEAR. ANOTHER ADAM…..WE CAN ONLY HOPE…LOL…..IT SOUNDS LIKE YOUR GOING TO BE VERY BUSY WITH WORK AND SCHOOL BUT LETS TRY TO KEEP IN TOUCH ABOUT AI…..MY E-MAIL IS pjg162@aol.com
September 14th, 2009 at 2:54 PM
Paula was a nut case no doubt about that, but at least she had the right experience for the job.
i love Ellen but doesn’t she has enough on her mind already without taking a role on a tv singing contest??! and what does she know about singing anyway??
bottom line, i think it’s a discrase they paid ryan like 20 million dollar or whatever for the next season where are your proportions people?! have you lost it?? and you american are crying about the economy while people are getting ridiculous amount of money to host a freaking show?! no wonder paula quit!
September 15th, 2009 at 4:23 PM
I don’t really know about Ellen being a judge hopefully it works out well I just wish that Kara was gone and instead Paula came back so then it would be Simon, Randy, Paula and Ellen(maybe)
September 15th, 2009 at 7:54 PM
I think its perfect to put a person with no music back round, like most Americans, to judge. I think it gets too much for a producer to judge amateurs on singing. It better to get Amateurs to judge Amateurs.
September 15th, 2009 at 10:07 PM
I will not be watching American Idol with ED on it, what a shame. What are they thinking?
September 16th, 2009 at 11:42 PM
I think it’s great! Who cares if Ellen doesn’t have vocal training? In the end it’s the voting public that counts. I think she’s going to bring humor and a touch of compassion for those delusional people whose friends let them down by letting them go on national TV and make fools of themselves.
September 18th, 2009 at 5:00 AM
Having Ellen as a judge is cool by me. It will be fun and she would see things from a different perspective from Simon.
September 18th, 2009 at 1:24 PM
I love Ellen, and don’t watch any of these kind of shows. The dutch idols, was only good in it’s first 2 seasons. And the rest sucked. It isn’t on anymore. But because ellen is now the new judge, I’ll watch on youtube..
It’ll make this show fun!
September 20th, 2009 at 9:04 PM
I cannot stand Ellen. I think it is a wrong move for her to be on the show. Don’t think I will be watching anymore.
September 21st, 2009 at 6:37 PM
I know Ellen bring sense of real to the show. She’s great choice for American Idol and I’ll be watching b/c of her being on the show.
Love ya..Ellen!!!!!!!!
September 22nd, 2009 at 3:48 AM
Horrible choice! Horrible decision not to pursue Paula. This is the beginning of the end of an awesome show. Watch as ratings plummet.
September 24th, 2009 at 5:51 PM
Bad choice, Idol won’t be the same and it will be cancelled
September 26th, 2009 at 4:41 PM
They are trying their very best to attract attention after what happen with the last AI. I am happy because Adam Lambert new single and album is will be in shops within days, if you live in the UK and want to join us in supporting Adam Lambert please go to jeanette@glambs.org would love to hear from you.
September 26th, 2009 at 4:42 PM
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September 26th, 2009 at 7:31 PM
I think everyone should give Ellen a chance before they quit watching the show. I thought she was funny as a guest judge last year and will bring something different to the show. At least she will make sense when she critiques one of the contestants.
October 1st, 2009 at 6:29 PM
I’m glad to see they picked the right celebrity to feel the spot for Paula Abdul. I will be sadto see Paula leave. We love you Paula!
October 1st, 2009 at 9:56 PM
will not be watching idol this year due to ELLEN being a judge.. Come on.. GET REAL… NO thanks..
October 3rd, 2009 at 3:12 AM
I think Ellen should be taken as the replacement of Paula coz she might be hating men as she is a lesbian.
October 3rd, 2009 at 8:55 PM
I think it was a mistake to put Ellen on the show. What are you thinking? I didn’t think you needed another judge anyway it takes too much time for all of them to give their opinoin anyway and takes away from the performers. I don’t base my vote on what the judges say anyway, i don’t think many people do any way they go on what they like. But ELLEN, what a lousy choice, are you trying to rub gay in all our faces or what. We know it is out there but why rub it in everyones faces.
October 3rd, 2009 at 8:57 PM
I can’t believe you chose Ellen Degeneres as a judge. Why did you even need another judge? It takes too long for them to say what’s on their minds anyway and takes away from the performers. Very bad choice. I won’t watch it this year for that reason alone because she is on there. Some people may like her and think it’s right but I don’t and a lot of other people don’t. You will lose a lot of viewers because of this choice.
October 4th, 2009 at 12:45 PM
Come on people. Give Ellen a chance. You don’t know how she will be and anyone is better than Paula.
October 6th, 2009 at 1:20 PM
That is not a good move. When I just read this I actually considered not watching anymore. I can not stand Ellen and her humor. She will have no Chemistry with Simon or Randy and will add nothing to the show. If anything it will bring down ratings~ Bring back Paula or someone with a music background
October 8th, 2009 at 3:00 AM
I think it’s a big mistake adding Ellen. She was a stand-in judge last year for a couple of episodes on ‘So You Think You Can Dance’ and she was terrible. Always saying stupid things and distracting the other judges. I think they were getting annoyed with her, too. She will do that on AI but you can just imagine how much Simon is going to be annoyed when she goes off on some stupid tangent. Big mistake…
October 9th, 2009 at 9:38 PM
Hi All, this appointment will be a huge mistake. Afterall, this is a competition and a judge should have experience in the music biz. Irrelevant Helen should’t be allowed to play with peoples careers nor should Victoria Beckham who is just a marketed product who cannot sing. I for one will stop watching it now. As will many of my friends.
October 12th, 2009 at 9:10 PM
To whom it may concern, a Judge should be well versed in what is being reviewed,law, dance, music and so on.
I dont believe Ellen DeGeneres is qualified to be a judge. I think it is unfair to the people competing.
October 13th, 2009 at 6:50 PM
ellen will make a great judge and to be honest she has a bit of a musical background because on her talk show she dances to some of the best tunes.
October 13th, 2009 at 7:52 PM
I truly liked Paula, but Ellen doesn’t know one thing about singing and I am very disappointed that you chose someone to judge singing that doesn’t sing. This will be my first year not watching your show.
October 14th, 2009 at 10:23 AM
I think its a great thing that Ellen is on American Idol. She can put a smile on anyone’s face. You don’t need to be a professional singer to have an opinion about music. Just a reminder, Ellen may not have much music experince or training but alot of her friends do. Thats more than alot of us can say, whose to say she can’t do a great job !!
October 14th, 2009 at 11:15 PM
I have been watcing since season 1 and will not watch this season because I can’t stand to watch Ellen. She will ruin the show. You wait and see. Every good show will come to an end. As Simon would say Sorry! I am just being honest.
October 15th, 2009 at 7:53 PM
HUGE MISTAKE
October 16th, 2009 at 10:23 PM
VERY HUGE MISTAKE! SIMON ARE YOU LISTENING? FOX NETWORK ARE YOU LISTENING? READ AND SEE FOR YOURSELF. THE MAJORITY OF PEOPLE ON THIS BOARD WANT TO KEEP PAULA!!
October 17th, 2009 at 1:22 AM
PAULA IS ONE OF THE REASONS THAT AMERICAN IDOL HAS BEEN A SUCCES .THE NETWORK WILL REALISE THAT ON JANUARY , AS IMPORTANT AS SIMON AND RANDY ARE
October 17th, 2009 at 3:33 AM
I just love her. She’ll give the “feet on the groud”-feeling to the judgement..
This is a good desicion. I really think so.
October 17th, 2009 at 5:46 PM
I do like Ellen ,,But Ellen is no match for Paula ,,,hope Paula will return ,,,
October 17th, 2009 at 5:52 PM
Well If Paula isn`t judging anymore guess I`ll have to stop watching for it wouldn`t be the same with out Paula,,,sorry Fox
October 18th, 2009 at 12:38 AM
Hi Robert! I sent an email to FOX TV NETWORK and told them I would not be watching if Paula wasn’t on American Idol anymore. AND I also told them to come and take a look at this board and look and see how many of the majority of us thinks like you and I do!!! GOOD FOR YOU! I won’t be watching anymore with out Paula either! SHE WAS THE HEART AND SOUL OF AMERICAN IDOL!! ANY OF YOU THAT WANT TO SAY A THING OR TWO TO fox tv network can got to FOX TV NETWORK AND LEAVE FEEDBACK!!! YEAH! TELL THEM WE WON’T BE WATCHING WITHOUT THE LOVELY MS. PAULA ABDUL. Hi Phyllis G.(LAS VEGAS) HOW DO YOU THINK OUR GUY ADAM LAMBERT IS DOING? SHERRY K FROM LAST YEAR AI.
October 19th, 2009 at 10:56 AM
HI SHERRY K,
I TOO AM VERY DISAPPOINTED ABOUT PAULA BEING REPLACED…..BUT FOX IS NOT GOING TO DO ANYTHING ABOUT IT…ITS A SHAME….AI DOESN’T START TILL JANUARY BUT I REALLY THINK ITS A LOST CAUSE……..HOW WAS YOUR SUMMER? II HEARD FROM A FEW REGULARS THAT WENT TO THE IDOL TOUR AND SAID THEY LOVED IT AND THAT ADAM WAS THE STAR OF THE SHOW, HANDS DOWN…..I’M NOT SURPRISED……I ALREADY PRE-ORDERED HIS DEBUT ALBUM….AND DAVID ARCHULETA’S CHRISTMAS ONE…..I’M SO EXCITED……I REALLY LOVE AI AND I KNOW IN SPITE OF THE FACT THAT PAULA IS GONE, I KNOW I WILL WATCH IT…..WHO KNOWS MAYBE WE’LL HAVE ANOTHER ADAM NEXT SEASON…..
TALK TO YOU SOON….
October 19th, 2009 at 4:29 PM
Hiring Ellen is a drastic mistake! If Idol must have someone with out major musical experience, at least pick someone like Tyra Banks who is multicultural, but nice to look at! …Putting Ellen on the panel is a great way to loose male viewers. …Yes, Like so many others. I too will miss Paula and her sausy attitude!
October 19th, 2009 at 7:27 PM
i am a huge, huge idol fan and i am really disappointed. yes paula may have been mentally insane, but her chemistry with simon and randy kept the show interesting and was mainly the reason i watched the show. ellen has no musical backround and it will be really weird with her on the panel. if the producers of the show were smart at all they would drop ellen and bring back paula. so many people are going to stop watchin idol. bring idol back to the way it was in season 7.
October 19th, 2009 at 7:29 PM
oh, and i think we should all not watch idol so that fox will see we are right, whos with me????
October 19th, 2009 at 7:31 PM
ohhh, and i dont mean paulas mentally insane, she just sometimes says crazy things.
October 23rd, 2009 at 12:08 AM
Hi Phyllis: LAS VEGAS! IT IS NICE TO SEE YOU ON THIS BOARD TOO!! DID YOU JOIN THE GLAMBS? I AM GOING TO PRE-ORDER ADAMS CD TOO. HE IS SINGING A SONG ON THE MOVIE 2012! PRETTY COOL. I DON’T WANT TO SOUND LIKE A NIT PICK OR ANYTHING. I MIGHT WATCH AI A FEW TIMES TO SEE HOW SIMON AND ELLEN GET ALONG. MIGHT BE FUN?? I KNOW THE PRODUCERS HAVE ALREADY TOLD SIMON AND RYAN TO CUT THE GAY JOKES OUT THEY ARE ALWAYS MAKING TO EACH OTHER!! DIDN’T DO MUCH THIS SUMMER. WE HAD SOME STUPID FLU GOING AROUND. IT WASN’T HINI THANK GOODNESS. BUT IT WASN’T ANY FUN.YES IT WAS A SHAME FOR KRIS. HE IS A NICE YOUNG MAN. BUT THE WOMEN ARE JUST CRAZY ABOUT ADAM. AND JUST KEPT SCREAMING FOR ADAM, ADAM! I DIDN’T GO SEE HIM WHEN THEY CAME HERE. THE CROWD AT VERIZON ARENA IS REALLY A CRAZY PLACE WHEN THERE IS A CONCERT!! I SHOULD KNOW. I WENT TO SEE AEROSMITH. I COULDN’T HEAR FOR A WEEK. LOL! WELL TAKE CARE PHYLLIS AND HAVE A GOOD TIME WATCHING AI. I DON’T THINK THERE IS GOING TO BE ANOTHER ADAM. SO FAR I LIKE CRIS DAUGHTRY, DAVID COOK, CARRIE UNDERWOOD AND KELLY CLARKSON~WELL HER SINGING. NOT HER DIVA ATTITUDE. BUT AS SIMON SAYS I THINK ADAM WILL BE KNOWN WORLD WIDE. AND THERE IS ONLY ONE ADAM!! BY FOR NOW. SHERRY K
October 23rd, 2009 at 11:35 AM
HI SHERRY K,
GOOD TO HEAR FROM YOU…..I’VE BEEN FOLLOWING ADAM TOO……I LIKE HIS SONG FROM 2012 TOO.
CAN’T WAIT TO GET HIS NEW CD…..ENJOY THE HOLIDAYS AND UNLESS SOMETHING NEW DEVELOPS, I’LL TALK TO YOU IN JANUARY.
PHYLLIS FROM LV
October 23rd, 2009 at 10:59 PM
You take care Phyllis! It’s always nice to hear from you. Yes we can talk someore in January! Sherry K
BY THE WAY WOLF10 WHAT THE HELL DOES THAT MEAN?
Don’t pay any atention Phyllis! Some of the crazy things they say on here are so far out there in left field!
October 24th, 2009 at 12:58 AM
So this is mainly in response to Cyndi Woodbury the 3rd comment posted not to be rude or anything but a couple of the comments you made toward Ellen really upset me because you are basing your opinion on her because of her “lesbianism” . You clearly don’t watch her show she is not a judgmental person at all and she never has really flaunted her “lesbianism” and why would all of the sudden it have raunchy or inappropriate behavior on the show ? I feel like a lot of people are judging Ellen because she is a lesbian and that is not fair to her at all . I personally am really looking forward to this American Idol . I’m sure Ellen will do great !
October 24th, 2009 at 3:49 PM
Why Ellen? How about Martina McBride? Now there is someone who has singing talent who can fill the shoes of Paula.
October 25th, 2009 at 1:55 AM
Celia, I do not have a problem with Ellen and her being gay! I like Ellen. Always have. I liked her before she came out. AND I LIKE HER NOW. AND I DON’T APPRECIATE ANYONE WHO MAKES REMARKS ABOUT THAT! HERE WE GO IN TO THE HOMOPHOBIC THING AGAIN. JUST LIKE WITH ADAM. We are all Gods children. But I do not think she should be a judge on American Idol. She does not have anymore experience than you, or I do! She is a kind hearted woman and does many good things for people. TRULY! Watch her show sometime. ELLEN IS A TRUE PHILANTHROPIST WHO LOVE TO HELP PEOPLE AND GIVES OUT GREAT GIFTS. However she absolutely should not have been chosen for AI as a judge. She likes music and loves to dance. How does that qualify her to be a judge? Are you listening Simon, Randy (PS Randy~ You and I have a mutual friend!! Steve Perry!!!) and Kara? YES TINA! MARTINA McBRIDE. NOW THAT LADY HAS ONE HELL OF A VOICE. AND KNOWS HER MUSIC!
October 26th, 2009 at 5:19 PM
How ridiculous – why don’t they just drag anyone in off the street? Why should someone who knows nothing about singing be a judge – ludicrous and disappointing. But I won’t miss Paula, I can’t put a sentence together,Abdul.
October 27th, 2009 at 10:33 AM
My, my, my… there is certainly a lot of judging going on right here and the woman hasn’t even had a chance yet, but it’s not at all surprising to read some of these very critical and unfair comments, not to mention out and out mean. That being said, while Paula certainly gained popularity and deservingly so, she has moved on, and people, you need to do the same! I also feel that it became more of a soap opera with the weekly antics going on between Paula and Simon — taking away from what the show is really all about… finding and rewarding real TALENT not watching two so called judges spending most of the time flirting and drawing on each others faces. While Ellen has no real so-called musical background, she is however a talent. Everyone here has already casts their own votes and none of you are “experts” either. So why not give her a chance?? If nothing else, I believe she will be fair and honest just the way she lives her life while also bringing some real humor to the show… hopefully getting some of the spot light off of all about me Simon. Ellen, YOU have my vote! Looking forward to the next American Idol:o)
October 27th, 2009 at 1:03 PM
i think ellen is not qualified to be a judge.why not ask somebody who the public knows as a musician.simon your show is loosing credability .
October 28th, 2009 at 1:00 PM
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October 28th, 2009 at 1:37 PM
Ellen drove me nuts on So You Think You Can Dance as a guest judge. She isn’t as funny as she thinks she is! I think 4 judges is tooooooo many! I get tired of listening to all the opinions.
October 29th, 2009 at 12:06 AM
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Sherry K We have something in common ecept for our names Sheri!
October 29th, 2009 at 4:03 PM
For me, Ellen is a versatile person, f she will be one of the judge in AI that will be a great choice.Being in show business this will help Ellen a lot in choosing the right AI hopeful to be a STAR and to reach the FAME.
October 29th, 2009 at 8:03 PM
I love Ellen! She is a very real and genuine person. I think that she will be awesome on American Idol. I can’t wait for season 9 to start!
October 31st, 2009 at 12:36 AM
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Sherry K We have something in
October 31st, 2009 at 5:58 PM
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November 1st, 2009 at 3:15 PM
ROSEMARY’ YOU ARE IN THE MINORITY!! READ ALL OF THE POSTS! AND COUNT THE ONES WHO WANT PAULA BACK. I LIKE ELLEN. AND I DON’T CARE IF SHE IS GAY OR WHAT. SHE DOES A LOT OF NICE THINGS FOR PEOPLE WHO HAVE LESS. SHE IS VERY KIND. BUT A JUDGE ON AMERICAN IDOL?? THEY MIGHT AS WELL PUT YOU ,OR ME ON THERE. I DON’T KNOW ABOUT YOU? BUT I LOVE MUSIC AS MUCH AS ELLEN DOES. AND I PROBABLY KNOW ABOUT AS MUCH AS SHE DOES.LERS GET REAL. HOW MANY OF YOU WANT PAULA BACK?
November 2nd, 2009 at 11:03 PM
No Ellen has a talk show so bring someone like Paula.
November 3rd, 2009 at 5:47 PM
Big Mistake.
November 6th, 2009 at 11:57 AM
The show will be miserable with Ellen making wise cracks at Simon all during the show. Doesn’t sound like American Idol is focusing on the talented singers/performers.
November 12th, 2009 at 2:45 AM
I agree with Barbara all the way.
November 14th, 2009 at 4:16 PM
I can’t take the show seriously anymore.
November 15th, 2009 at 12:23 AM
Are YOU Serious!!!! Ur joking right???? Wow!!! Insane. Bottom line Bring Paula back and pay her the amount you are paying Ryan!!!! She is worth it
November 15th, 2009 at 12:32 AM
This is for Mary Ann, and Sherry I totally agree with you,no one is or at least I am not judging Ellen, just because you are good at one thing, doesn’t mean you should try to take on the world or be involved in something you have no experience in. There are alot of things I would like to do, and before doing so, I will get the proper training before making a fool out of myself. I like Ellen too have nothing against her, however with that being said. Had Paula been offered the same amount of money as Ryan, well we wouldn’t even be on here having this conversation.
November 15th, 2009 at 8:19 PM
If the ratings drop it will be because Paula is gone, not because Ellen is a judge. They should have replaced Kara instead of Paula. Ellen will do great! Bring Paula back! Ellen, Paula, Simon and Randy should be the judges.
November 16th, 2009 at 4:58 PM
We have watched every show from the beginning but we will not be watching if Ellen Degenerate is involved!
November 17th, 2009 at 2:36 AM
Good for you Jerry! Some people have some sense!! Might as well be you, or me judging as Ellen!!! American Idol is going to loose it’s people that are regular watcher’s and the ratings are going to plummet!! ARE YOU LISTENING AMERICAN IDOL?? WHAT ABOUT YOU SIMON?? Think they ever look at this board? I HOPE SO. BECAUSE I WOULD LIKE TO TELL THEM, I TOLD YOU SO!!!
November 17th, 2009 at 3:17 PM
I will not watch American Idol this season with Ellen as the 4th judge
November 17th, 2009 at 3:37 PM
I’m sorry to hear that Ellen will be the new judge on American Idol. She doesn’t have a musical background which makes the judging unfair for the contestants. By having Ellen on the show I’m afraid she will include inappropriate comments which will make the show less family oriented. Is American Idol not a family show? I’m not sure it will be anymore. I’ve always loved the show but unfortunately I probably won’t be able to watch anymore as I foresee the show becoming more immoral. It already has started to include some questionable material in the last two seasons. I guess ratings are the main concern for the idol show. Money is what make the world go around. Too bad!
November 17th, 2009 at 8:15 PM
All I can say is American Idol must be very desperate! My days of watching it are over…What does Ellen know about music????? Clueless…and not fair at all to the people who are truly trying to win!
November 18th, 2009 at 2:06 AM
Thank-You too Patricia!! If we just use common sense we know Ellen is not the proper person to judge these young People! They come in there with their hearts on their sleeves and try to sing!! Kara is fine! I had no problem with her!! But American Idol went too far when they picked Ellen to replace Paula. Paula knows the music business. She has been a dancer, singer and a choreographer. For goodness sakes Ellen is a talk show host!!!
November 20th, 2009 at 12:35 AM
Although I have nothing against Ellen, I agree that someone who knows nothing about music shouldn’t be a judge. Thats not going to help anyone. I think someone like Shania Twain should be Paula’s replacement. Someone whos been in the industry of music please! Not a comedian!
November 22nd, 2009 at 5:21 PM
How any one could make such a blunder as to let a sparkler like Paula get away is beyond all comprehension. What mastermind made that decision? What a mistake. Without Paula there is no show!
You’ve given me the only excuse needed to stop watching the show. I now can use that large amount of time doing something productive. Thank you for that.
November 22nd, 2009 at 6:16 PM
Although Paula’s comments were sappy and/or non-coherent, at least she provided some entertainment from the Judge’s panel. I can’t stand Ellen… I have never found her to be funny, only subvertly obnoxious. There’s just something about her demeanor I can’t stand, and we probably won’t watch much of the show this season because of it. But I know there are a lot of people who do like her. It will be interesting this season to say the least!
November 23rd, 2009 at 12:43 AM
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November 24th, 2009 at 12:59 AM
I think Ellen is going to be awesome regardless of the fact that she doesn’t have a musical background. She has spent a huge amount of time surrounded by musical talent and you have to admit the girl can dance. Best of all I think Ellen will be honest with the contestants and then through in some of her wonderful humor to soften the truth when needed. I am looking forward to American Idol 2010 with Ellen!!!
November 24th, 2009 at 2:41 AM
YOU ARE IN THE MINORITY SHARON!! READ ALL OF THE OTHER POSTS. POOR AMERICAN IDOL IS GOING DOWN THE TUBES DUE TO THEIR STUPIDITY!!ELLEN IS A TALK SHOW HOST ONLY!!!!SHE IS GREAT ON HER TALK SHOW. BUT IF SIMON THOUGHT PAULA BLABBED WAIT UNTIL HE GETS A TASTE OF ELLENS SARCASTIC REMARKS! HE WON’T STICK AROUND LONG! LOL!AND OH PLEASE~~~WITH OUT SIMON THERE WILL BE NO AMERICAN IDOL!!! EVIDENTLY YOU HAVE NO COMMON SENSE.( SHANIA TWAIN )
November 24th, 2009 at 2:59 PM
I refuse to watch American Idol anymore. They cannot appreciate the goodness of Paula. It was Paul & Simon that made the show. Randy is the sidekick. Now I’m hoping it goes down, down, down in the ring of fire!!!!
November 24th, 2009 at 3:53 PM
American Idol must really be desperate–Ellen DeGeneres:get real! Paula was ridiculous and sappy-but I liked her. Can’t stand DeGeneres. Like Randy and Simon. They should have replaced Kara (but not with DeGeneres)!
November 24th, 2009 at 4:38 PM
American Idol will not be watched in my house any longer. It has nothing to do with her (Ellen D.) lack of musical talent. I don’t watch any program that stars homosexuals. I don’t dislike her. The truth is she is funny, creative and talented. I just don’t support the lifestyle. I don’t think it is a good thing for her to be on Idol because Idol has influence. This is bad influence on society.
November 24th, 2009 at 11:32 PM
The main reason I am going to watch American Idol this year is because Ellen is the new judge. How does anyone know how much musical background she has. I love her. You go girl….xo
November 25th, 2009 at 12:49 AM
JERI C ~It’s not cool to be in the minority~~ Read all of the other posts on here and see what the majority is saying!! AMERICAN IDOL IS GOING DOWN THE TUBES THIS YEAR.American Idol must really be desperate–Ellen DeGeneres:get real!
November 25th, 2009 at 3:12 PM
Crikey I’m in the UK, love AI – and though Paula was great – bit I’m very saddened by all the thinly-veiled homophobia on here – references to family shows and stuff – her sexuality in only one part of her, just like all of us! She does have other things to offer, people
November 29th, 2009 at 1:03 AM
Ellen will be great..what difference does it make anyways. If it were up to the judges, or people that know talent,Adam would have won by a literal no contest landslide..it’s obviously the 12 year olds that determine the winner..last year proved that..need I say more?
November 30th, 2009 at 10:08 PM
Bring back Paula. It will not be the same. Paula added alot to the show. Always had a good word for the contestants. I think AM is making a BIG mistake by letting Paula go.
Disappointed in the outcome of last years show. Adam Lambert should have won. Something smells awful fishy in Denmark. Not sure I’ll even watch this year. Some how, it seems that strings are being pulled for some contestants. It dosen’t seem fair.
December 1st, 2009 at 2:05 PM
My opinion is that Paula is an airhead person, you can even know what she says…she is really worthless..while Ellen have more humour and i think is a good change for everyone, just lets give her a chance…she have a great personality
December 5th, 2009 at 4:32 PM
Personally I watch the show for the contestant’s performance. If I just wanted to watch judges I’d go over to court tv. The music is important to me. I’m willing to give any addition to the panel a chance. I’m good at picking music that goes to the top and I have no musical ability – can’t carry a tune in a basket. So the show does what it does – I’ll watch as long as there are talented singers to chose from.
December 6th, 2009 at 1:59 AM
I will not make a comment on Ellen’s personal life. I will however comment on her qualifications as a judge. She is NOT qualified. I have watched every season too. I picked quite a few winners. I am NOT qualified to be a judge. Paula was qualified. Someone like Martina would be great. So many previous idol contestants (Bucky, Kelli, Josh, i forgot the tall shaved head guy, and of course Carrie)have done great in country music, a country music judge should be an obivious choice. Back to Ellen, there are some people who will not watch because of concerns about her humor. I have friends who will not watch because they are concerned it will no longer be a family show. I will not watch. I think this is a stupid MISTAKE. I also agree with part of the third post. I do believe the show (not just Ellen) is less favorable to conservative, Christian contestants and promote controversial contestants more. Point in fact, how much have you heard about last years winner, Kris Allen. How much have you heard about Adam? If it is American Idol, and obivously America spoke and voted for Kris, he should be promoted. Idol has (had) a large middle class, conservative, mainstream audience (Carrie and Kris are proof)and they should take care to keep it.
December 6th, 2009 at 2:03 AM
By the way, before I get some of the same responses as post #3. I am neither prejudiced, ignorant, uneducated, nor intolerant. I just believe Idol is making a horrible mistake.
December 9th, 2009 at 11:29 PM
Totally agree with #152. Bad influence and it is ridiculous to let somebody with no professional background being judge. She should do what she does best – fooling around.
December 10th, 2009 at 4:42 PM
Ellen’s BAD choice to fill Paula’s place. She is NOT qualified.I won’t be watching. Paula was one of the reason I watched. PAULA AND SIMMON MADE THE SHOW.
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December 11th, 2009 at 2:09 PM
I’m sorry but Ellen is a mistake. I don’t think she fits and I don’t find her funny.
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December 13th, 2009 at 4:17 PM
I agree with everything Kathleen F. said in post #24. I think Paula is a very nice person, but I’ve become tired of waiting for her to spit out whatever she is trying to say. I do wish her good luck though!
I’m excited to watch Ellen this season. This should be interesting!
December 13th, 2009 at 10:47 PM
I love Ellen! I think she’s going to kick ass at being a judge! She’s going to bring new and much needed life to the show!! I LOVE ELLEN!!!!!!
December 13th, 2009 at 10:49 PM
I think all you haters need to back off. I know ellen personally and she’s a really really nice lady and she knows her stuff about EVERYTHING!!! so don’t talk smack!!
December 14th, 2009 at 3:40 PM
AI is ruined for me now….ELLEN?!?! ELLEN!?!?
December 14th, 2009 at 5:34 PM
Kelly; I think you need to make it more clear who you are calling Ellen haters!!! If you will go back and read some of my posts~You will see that I indeed like Ellen. I have stated she has a kind heart! And does a lot of nice things for many people!! ELLEN IS A TRUE PHILANTHROPIST. BUT SHE IS NOT a canidate to be a judge on AMERICAN IDOL. I have nothing against ellen AT ALL! I am not a homophobic either. Her personal life is her own business. How ever, she is definitely NOT QUALIFIED IN ANYWAY to be a judge on American Idol.( American Idol can take you, me, or any other person on this post who is just a normal person and set them in there as a judge!Same thing and same situation as Ellen being a judge!) SORRY; SAME SITUATION AS HAVING ELLEN as a Judge! Just use some common sense!!And she is definitely NOT GOING TO KICK SOME ASS! I would love to see her doing that with Simon sitting there! Ryan seacrest will have to spend ALL OF HIS TIME keeping the shouting and arguing down just so we can hear the show and singers!! NO ONE PUSHES SIMON AROUND!!!And also to you Tammy wait and see how much arguing goes on between Simon and Ellen. It is going to be worse than waiting for the sweet Paula to say her piece! You all are in La La land who think ellen should be a new Judge on there! PS, THE WOULD BE JUST FINE WITH KARA, RANDY, AND SIMON.
December 14th, 2009 at 7:44 PM
You should be more respectful of other’s opinions, Sherry K.
December 15th, 2009 at 9:58 AM
lol ellen and ellen and ellen. no one here know ellen but just ellen ellen ellen.
December 15th, 2009 at 8:21 PM
I would just like to say, that I am not “Hating” on anyone, we tend to use that word so loosely. I don’t Hate, I am a Child of God, I love everyone, and respect everyone regardless of their choices in life, I am not here to Judge Ellen regarding her life style. This is America FREEDOM OF SPEECH. Just because I (we)have Opinions does not make me (us)”HATERS” As I mentioned earlier I dont have anything against Ellen, her business is her business,I am not judging her on anything else other than her being a Judge on AI period. My personal opinion
December 15th, 2009 at 8:29 PM
Correction Everyone needs to be a little more respectful to others opinions. Nobody made mention regarding not so kind remarks from the other replies. I don’t think it’s right to pick on one particular comment, all comments are opinions. Bottom line this is a no win situation. Paula is not coming back, Ellen will be judging whether we like it or not, it is what it is.
December 16th, 2009 at 12:56 AM
Tami; What did I say to you that is so disrespectful? There will be a lot of arguing going on when Ellen starts running her big comedians mouth at Simon! I have said several times that I really like Ellen as a comedian and a talk show host. But not as a judge on American Idol.And I would like to thank Patricia! She is right! Nobody made any mention regarding not so kind remarks to many others.If you will scroll up enough. Or to # 118 I do not have anything against Ellen!! She is a nice person! She just is not qualified to be a judge on American Idol! Just because she loves music doesn’t make her qualified to be a Judge. Sorry, everyone is entitled to their own opinion!! But they might as well have picked a person off the street. Why not use Shania Twain, or Martina McBride? Someone who knows the music business. That’s my opinion Tami. You are entitled to your opinion too! And if someone wants to call out everyone on here that does not think Ellen should not be a judge on American Idol I think their fingers are going to get very tired.Patricia, #171,Thank-You! You are exactly right!! Just because we have opinions does not make us Haters!Good night all. And American Idol will be starting soon. We shall see how it goes. Sherry K
December 18th, 2009 at 10:51 AM
I think it is a bad idea because she has no formal training in music. I think there are plenty of people out there that they can get that will be an asset to the judging panel. It would be nice to pick someone from the country music genre.
December 18th, 2009 at 11:16 PM
Well I am glad yo have a forum asking about this choice of Ellen Degenerate.
The woman hs absolutley no business doing this and is one of the most stupid things you could do AI! count me out as a fan and many years of watching you!
December 19th, 2009 at 12:52 AM
Hi Jim! Welcome to our little forum! I don’t think we will have to be worrying our little minds about this much longer!! Simon has said his contract runs up this year and he is most likely leaving. And with out Simon American Idol will be gone. Thanks for your comment! Because you are totally correct. American Idol is just plain stupid! They should have kept the lovely and sweet Paula.
December 19th, 2009 at 11:40 PM
I have been watching idol since it started. The last two season have been great as there are 10 of that get together weekly with our busy schedule. So all year long we can’t wait till idol starts up. We all have great laughs and alot of fun watching Paula with Simon and Randi and now with Kara as the four of them bring alot of music experience with them now that Paula is now coming back the group have now decided that it will really suck as they all dislike ellen’s sense of humer which is really dry. I’m sure there are alot more people who feel the same way. Your ruining the show with out Paula. It is a disgrace that you would fill a 4th judges panel with someone who knows nothing about music.
December 20th, 2009 at 2:06 AM
Ellen equals one more last American Idol fan. I have watched every episode since the day it started and I will not watch it if Ellen is the new judge. She has no music background. How many contestants have criticized the judges for not being singers/band members for years? Ellen would surely be judged by the contestants that she would be judging. I actually liked it when it was just Randy, Paula, and Simon and then each week they would have a guest judge who would sit in. I think that is the way AI should go if they want to keep their fans and their ratings.
December 20th, 2009 at 6:39 PM
I think it is wrong to have a judge with no musical background. It is bad enough when the public votes and some do not have any musical background.I always felt that the judges should pick out the worst ones and put them up for elimination and then let the public vote. I liked Paula sorry she will not be a part of it.
December 21st, 2009 at 4:24 PM
I watched ” So you think you can dance ” when Ellen was a guest judge. She had absolutely no critical input, she just made everything a joke. How is that going to add to the show?
No she will not be worth a dang as a judge and it is a travesty the contestants will be subjected to a judge that has no business being there.
Good bye AI it was good while it lasted.
December 24th, 2009 at 7:42 AM
I think it was a poor decision bringing Ellen to American Idol as a judge. She is all fun and no serious. It will be to the contestant’s disadvantage to be judged by Ellen. What a disappointment for a show that my family likes to watch. What was AI thinking?
December 24th, 2009 at 8:08 AM
NO NO NO!!!!! I do not think that Ellen will be good on AI . They need someone on AI that knows music. Ellen admitted that she knows nothing about it. Now that Paula is gone and Simon follows, I doubt that many people will watch the show. It’s a shame that it has to go this way.I have watched it from the first season…..not sure if I will continue.
December 24th, 2009 at 12:37 PM
Oh jeez, I wish it was Victoria Beckham. She has background in music and she is funny. I love Ellen, but, as an AI judge? WE already represent the average person. but anyway, it’s already official aint it? pfffffffft goooooodluck.
December 25th, 2009 at 2:52 AM
What does she know about music? What is this a talent contest or a popularity contest
December 26th, 2009 at 4:30 AM
I don’t think Ellen should be a judge. Why should a person who doesn’t have musical experience be a judge. I don’t think it’s right to have someone who doesn’t have judging experience should be a judge. It would not be fair to the people who would be trying out. I think that the people who picked her should rethink thier decision and pick someone who DOES HAVE MUSICAL & JUDGING EXPERIECE INSTEAD OF SOMEONE WHO DOES NOT.
December 27th, 2009 at 1:06 AM
I have watched every season of American Idol since it has started. But if Ellen is a judge on 2010’s season, I will NOT be watching it for the first time. She is not qualified to be a judge and I can’t stand her, she will ruin the whole show for me and my wife. Terrible, terrible decision to put her on.
December 27th, 2009 at 2:40 PM
I think fox has made a terrible MISTAKE by bringing in “ELLEN D.” who has no experience at all in the music industry and sure as hell isn’t my kind of role model i want my kids to be watching!! I also have been a loyal watcher of idol as has most all my friends…If fox was looking for turmoil and loss of dominate market share…THEN CONGRATS FOX YOU HAVE DONE THAT BECAUSE I FOR ONE AND MANY OTHERS WILL STOP WATCHING YOUR IDOL!!!!!…GOOD LUCK WITH THAT….THIS IS A BIGGER MISTAKE THAN ESPN AND KORNHAUSER ON MONDAY NIGHT FOOTBALL!!!!!!
December 27th, 2009 at 9:04 PM
I don’t want ellen to be part of the team.
will not watch american idol again.
Please help this not to happen.
December 28th, 2009 at 12:20 AM
I am not excited about Ellen DeGeneres…this choice will most likely effect my usually faithful viewership as I find her unqualified and annoying.
December 28th, 2009 at 2:40 PM
I am happy with this replacement. Paula Abdul is drugged-up moron. I couldn’t watch the show without cringing every time she opened her stupid mouth. Ellen, however, is a bright lady and I will be giving the show another shot.
December 28th, 2009 at 5:22 PM
When I heard they had chosen Ellen D. as a judge I thought it was a joke. Seriously those kids are up there singing their hearts out and need PROFESSIONAL opinions, not comedic ones. Theres a reason there are music professionals as judges, because the rest of America’s voting isn’t! Although I agree with others that Paula did tend to ramble, she at least did know music and was able to choose people America agreed with when Simon did not. I think the show is turning into a farce, I will still watch though sucker that I am …because its so awesome to see the talent emerge!
December 28th, 2009 at 9:21 PM
I am sad Paula will not be judging. Hearing that Ellen would replace her sounded interesting but once thought through, I believe it is a mistake for several reasons but I will only discuss one. She has no musical background and the biggest part of the judging involves constructive critisism which she can’t provide. Many contestants in the past truly listened to this advise and benefited from it immensely. Canadian Idol was cancelled mainly because of the unqualified judges which caused people like me to turn the dial.I believe Ellen being on the show will be the demise of American Idol as well. I will give it a shot as I never missed un episode of the show in the past but have a feeling this will be my family’s last season watching.
December 29th, 2009 at 5:27 AM
There is no way Ellen is going to be the forth judge on Idol. Ellen is just to damn suckin GAY!
I Want Puala back.
December 30th, 2009 at 12:06 AM
OMG, I saw Ellen at the American Idol for dances… sorry, I don’t remember the name now… but it was a desaster, a reel one. She didn’t know what to say…da da ga ga gna gna… WHY THEY DIDN’T TAKE A MUSICIAN, AN ARRANGER, A GREAT SINGER… BASTA ELLEN… BASTA… she is so stupid. POOR PAULA.
January 1st, 2010 at 4:43 PM
ellen loves music she is the ultimate fan I think she is a perfect fit for the show
January 1st, 2010 at 4:46 PM
she is the view of the average person, you need a contrast on any hit show
January 1st, 2010 at 4:47 PM
Ellen DeGeneres is the absolutely wrong choice for American Idol! As a comedienne, she is not funny. Her show is horrible. She knows nothing about music! Yes, she is like the average person – but that is why the average person votes. What is different about her and me? I am the average person. If you want to bring on a new judge, bring in someone who actually knows about music!!!!
January 1st, 2010 at 5:38 PM
I am having trouble believing anyone that has anything to do with American Idol would be a party to this decision to replace Paula with the likes of Ellen. What do the other judges think about it? She must have bought her way in. I can think of no other reason for her to be there!!!
January 1st, 2010 at 11:14 PM
I WILL NOT WATCH IDOL WITH ELLEN AS A JUDGE. PUUUUUUUK !!!!
January 2nd, 2010 at 8:36 AM
Hi to all. I am a HUGE American Idol fan all the way from South Africa. Yes it is sad to see Paula’s departure from the show, she will surely be missed, however she did get boring during last two seasons. To all her fans on here, please accept it that she will not return.
To those ” so called” Christian believers and anti gay and lesbian people on here, I am shocked to see that for the ” so called ” freeand democratic acceptable country that you all can be so winning about Elle. Please grow up and accept her for what she does and stop making remarks about her personal sexual orientation. I now can see why the actual winner Adam Lambert was dump by your type.
I cannot wait for the new season to start here in Jan 2010 in South Africa, we will only be a week behind
January 2nd, 2010 at 10:39 AM
I started watching the show in the first season and recorded it so that I would never miss a show. Paula grows on you and her leaving changes the show just like last year with adding the new judge, I didn’t enjoy the show near as much. Now that Ellen will be tne new judge, this will determine if I care if I miss a show or not. But with Simon leaving, that will be the end of American Idol for me. Simon is usually on target even though he is a little harsh in his delivery at times. He doesn’t color the truth. In my opinion, American loves to hate and hates to love Simon. Guess American Idols run will be over. Randy is great but he’s not Simon. Simon is the real deal.
January 2nd, 2010 at 11:57 AM
Ellen is very musical inclined. You only have to watch her show and the talent she brings on it. She will be more of a people’s judge which will give the show a new spin and should be interesting.
January 2nd, 2010 at 4:16 PM
Forget about gays of whatever… We are talking about talents and Ellen have no talents in music, in dance, in art, even in acting… She is surely good in something else.
Come back Paula : you were such a good dancer and singer. Elle is the booring one like the tuna : Slap Chop!!! lollll
January 2nd, 2010 at 6:21 PM
I have watched American Idol since it began. I have always enjoyed the different prospectives from Randy,Paula and Simon. I have seen Paula make some strange comments all the while never wanting to hurt someones feeling, Sometimes wondering about the carrying on with Simon, If you are a long time viewer you know what I mean. Have watched Simon go from being very egotistical to being humbled and even apologize. Well what can you say about the Dawg, Randy is very talented and has alot of knowledge in the music industry,all the while being the Biggest name dropper I have ever heard, but he does know the peeps he droppin.Now as far as the Kara judge I really try ed to give her a chance, but between trying to decide if she was wanted to be like Paula or compete with the contestants , I just don’t really know who she is, and don’t care for her at all. Annoying…. So all that being said, I really don’t understand how Ellen fits in this group , and I am not filled with the anticipation that I usually am. I really would rather see guest judges each week so if you don’t really like them , there is always next week. And if Simon were to leave I see it as the end to a Good thing. The worst thing to happen next to Chris Daughtry not winning American Idol , but he has had the last laugh hasn’t he and I’m sure very thankful for the exposure from A-Idol. Hoping that Ellen can take her standup act somewhere elsewhere….
January 2nd, 2010 at 9:26 PM
I DO NOT KNOW WHY PEOPLE IN POWER KEEP GIVING ELLEN JOBS . SHE MUST HAVE SOMETHING ON THEM. SHE IS NOT FUNNY AND SHE SURE CANT SING. I WILL WATCH IF YOU GET RID OF ELLEN CHARLIE
January 2nd, 2010 at 10:16 PM
I don’t see how someone could choose Ellen as a replacement for Paula. When Ellen sat in as a replacement she was a joke. Not only was she not funny she has no sense of quality of the performers.
Don’t think i will be watching Idol this year because of her.
January 2nd, 2010 at 10:55 PM
i am the hugest ai fan-noooo more-ellen will dance and attract attention to herself-nightmare!
January 3rd, 2010 at 12:23 AM
Ellen probably called the main decision makers at AI and begged to be a judge just like she promoted herself non-stop to be on the Cover of Oprah Magazine. Ellen and Kara are so full of themselves I don’t think I will be able to listen to any of their comments. I’ve always loved the contestants in the past but since Paula had nothing to do with the choosing of the contestants this year, who knows what kind’ve talent they are going to have. AI going to do dogs!
January 3rd, 2010 at 2:38 AM
Can’t wait! Anyone would be better than listening to the autotron comments made by Paula Abdul. Although she was a great talent in her time (as a Cheerleader and choreographer – NOT a great singer), her time has definitely passed. See ya Paula – wtg Ellen!
January 4th, 2010 at 8:34 AM
I think Ellen will be a good judge. After all, she discovered Charice Pempengco and Charice did not fail to impress America. She has good ears.
January 4th, 2010 at 3:05 PM
bring back Paula
January 4th, 2010 at 3:31 PM
Ellen is a HUGE talent! Give her a chance people. Don’t you all have something better to do than bash her? Grow up.
January 4th, 2010 at 4:05 PM
I think Ellen is going to be great. I’ve watched AI from day 1 and it will bring a new twist on things. Ellen is the person to put Simon in his place. I love Simon and yes 99% of the time he’s right, but there’s no need to be rude about it. I think having Ellen there as the peoples voice is awesome. And if you don’t like Ellen, I guess your going to have to suck it up because she is the 4th judge. I recall not everyone like Kara joining either. So if your not going to watch it because Paula is not there and Ellen is…your loss. Being ignorant and rude about not caring for Ellen as a replacement is just childish. You go Ellen….
January 4th, 2010 at 5:34 PM
Wow,
I guess this is really a touchy subject for some.Just a personal opinion , not meant to be taken as rude. I have to plans to stop watching AI this year, I gave Kara the benefit of trying to like her, but I never could understand who she really is and where she fit in the panel of judges. I am still not looking forward to the up coming season , but I will still watch. As far as Ellen goes, I personally not don’t see how she will replace Paula , just sayin , no need to suck it up , what ever that means
January 5th, 2010 at 3:09 AM
Homosexuality, according to the Bible, is an abomination. If Ellen DeGeneres replaces Paula I will not watch the show at all. Several others I’ve talked to about the issue agree and will not be watching. I’ve been a huge fan and voter.
January 5th, 2010 at 3:43 AM
You need to read your Bible again or at least stop “interpreting” what you THINK it says. I’m not gay, but God is the only Judge Danette. With attitudes like yours, AI doesn’t need you.
January 5th, 2010 at 3:47 PM
I feel it is too early too tell, Ellen is certainly likable and is a very good as a talk show host!!! I feel she will be just fine, remember people!!! Paula chose to quit!!! I say Ellen deserves a chance!!! and I feel she will be good at it!!!!
January 5th, 2010 at 3:53 PM
Fantastic Addition!
January 5th, 2010 at 4:00 PM
Just because Ellen loves music,is funny,is a great talk show host, is gay or whatever… People,this does not qualify her to be a judge on the most relevant television show which can promote an individual to stardom or not!!! The contestants on American Idol deserve a judge that can give them advice, Ellen CAN NOT! Come on everyone think!!!
January 5th, 2010 at 5:01 PM
Sherry K. – Paula CHOSE TO QUIT! GET OVER IT!
Deborah – What makes you think Ellen CAN NOT give anyone advice on music? Do you know Ellen so personally that you think you know what she is qualified and capable of doing? Give her a chance. For that matter, ANYONE who has an ear for music could be a judge on AI. YOU think!
January 5th, 2010 at 5:18 PM
What a great choice! She will be a real asset and make the show that much more fun to watch.
January 5th, 2010 at 5:57 PM
Nancy-I do not know Ellen myself, however my best friends husband was her stage manager for many years so I do know quite a bit about her on a personal level. Having said that, only because you asked, is completely irrelevant.
Having an ear for music does in no way give you merit to be a judge on American Idol! If you love houses does that mean you can sell them? No, you have to be a good sales person to sell them… Taking this one step further it is completely unfair to the contestants to put her on the show, look at the big picture here and not just the fact the you “like” Ellen. We all know that is why you want her on there. NOT GOOD ENOUGH!!!
January 5th, 2010 at 6:28 PM
Deborah – First of all, I do not particulary care for Ellen’s show. I am a 78 year old woman, happily married for almost 58 years, so for you to insinuate that I “like” Ellen is insane and totally inacurate on your part. Secondly, I spent my entire life in the music industry as well as my older brother, who not only teaches music, but plays lead guitar with many top musicians and for movies. I DO know the music industry well and what it takes to “make it” in the business. And YES, anyone, ANYONE that has an ear can be a judge on AI. Thirdly, your analogy about selling houses is ludicrous. Any moron can sell houses – I have met many of them. My younger brother as well as my step-son (although not morons) were agents and I know exactly what it takes to get licensed and “sell” a house – not much. YOU however, are not qualified to JUDGE anyone. That is God’s job – so get over yourself – YOU are “NOT GOOD ENOUGH”!!!!!
January 5th, 2010 at 6:55 PM
Nancy,
You don’t get it, and that is okay you are old and a bit ’salty’,as well you love to argue. I completely disagree with you that anyone can be a judge, that is a ludicrous statement! I was using the house thing as an analogy but ya didn’t get that either, you can’t really think just any ‘moron’ (as you call them) can sell homes and you just insulted millions of people by the way! I don’t make it a practice to judge people and leave that job up to God to do. We aren’t here to argue, just state our opinions on whether Ellen will make a good judge, which she will not! You don’t need to post anything regarding my statement as I will not comment on any of your ridiculous posts any longer,find someone else to argue with and get over your own nasty self!!!
January 5th, 2010 at 7:08 PM
Deborah – Excuse me, but you insulted a large percentage of Americans by insinuating that I’m gay, like it’s a bad thing. I am NOT gay, but not homophobic as you apparently are. Just give her a chance and let’s leave it that. Or don’t watch the show – I couldn’t care less. Have a Happy New Year.
January 5th, 2010 at 7:43 PM
I never insinuated that you were gay! What are you smokin???
My brother is gay and I have many gay friends, how homophobic is that? NOT!!!
I watch 2 shows, CSI and American Idol,and have never missed an episode so of course I will watch, until it goes off the air, which will be soon, sadly!
January 5th, 2010 at 7:54 PM
Deborah – this is a direct quote from you: ” the fact the you “like” Ellen. We all know that is why you want her on there”….what else did YOU mean by this statement???? You’re the one “smoking” my dear.
January 5th, 2010 at 8:42 PM
However you want to read it, see it or believe it… Have at it! You are exhausting and way off the subject! However, as I stated, I was not insinuating you were gay, only that you liked her and that is why you wanted her on the show, meaning that liking someone is not a good enough reason to make them an AI judge. But then, you already said anyone could be a judge on the show. I like Robin Williams, maybe he would make a good judge, yeah let’s make him the next AI judge. So, now that I said I “like” him do you think I meant it in a sexual way??? Do you even watch the show? I find it dificult to believe a person your age would enjoy the music. None of the people I know that are your age would watch AI. Maybe I should hook you up with my mom (who is in a nursing home) she loves to argue and you guys could have a great time twisting each others words to come up with something to fight about.
January 6th, 2010 at 12:50 AM
I will miss paula this year. I have nothing against ellen and I love her snark even if she has no musical background. If Idol was going to bring someone to judge, why couldn’t they have brought a Ex -Idol to be a judge. Idol will not be the same without Paula.
January 6th, 2010 at 2:30 AM
Deborah – I have been watching AI since the beginning – haven’t missed an episode and as a matter of fact, age has nothing to do with taste in music – I love all kinds and Adam Lambert was my husband and my favorite. Now leave me alone!
January 6th, 2010 at 12:27 PM
TO NANCY AND DEBORAH: RELAX LADIES, THIS IS A SHOW AND A VERY ENTERTAINING ONE…..I THINK WE SHOULD ALL RELAX AND WATCH THE SHOW WITH ELLEN D. BEFORE WE ALL GET BENT OUT OF SHAPE. FACT: PAULA IS NOT COMING BACK…..FACT: ELLEN IS HER REPLACEMENT FACT: I WATCH THE SHOW FOR THE TALENT IT PRODUCES…..LETS NOT FORGET THAT…..AMERICA VOTES FOR THE TALENT (WELL WE LIKE TO THINK SO ANYWAY). SO LETS JUST SIT BACK AND WATCH AND THEN COMMENT….WHO KNOWS MAYBE WE’LL HAVE ANOTHER ADAM…….REMEMBER ITS NOT THE JUDGES THAT REALLY MAKE THE SHOW ITS THE TALENT….I’M SURE WE WILL ALL SURVIVE ELLEN IF WE TRULY ARE AN AI FAN!!!!!
January 6th, 2010 at 2:28 PM
Phyllis G. (Las Vegas, NV) – Very eloquently stated. I agree with you 100%. The only reason I started getting upset with this person is she flat out stated that the only reason I wanted Ellen on the show was because of her sexual orientation and that was the reason I “liked” her. I’m too old for this type of garbage talk and it has absolutely nobody’s business. You’re right – it is the talent. I can only speak for myself, so thank you so much for your wise comments.
January 6th, 2010 at 2:40 PM
NANCY…..YOUR WELCOME….LOOKING FORWARD TO COMMENTING WHEN THE SHOW STARTS….
January 6th, 2010 at 3:57 PM
Nancy,
I followed the dialogue between you and Deborah and feel you were looking to fight with someone because you don’t have much else going on.
The way I see it is she was trying to state that Ellen does not have the skills to be a judge on AI. As I see it, it looks to me that she is looking out for the best interest of the contestants, not for the value of her own entertainment. I have to agree with her and disagree with you that just anyone can be a judge, that is just not true.
Lastly, she was not insinuating that you are gay, do you actually think that her saying you “like” Ellen meant you were gay? Weird…
January 6th, 2010 at 6:44 PM
Anna – Agree with her all you want. And yes, she was very definitely “insinuating” that the only reason I wanted Ellen on the show was because I “liked” her…why the quotes? Why didn’t she just say that I liked her? Now I’m going to ask you the same courtesy I asked of her – leave me alone.
January 6th, 2010 at 7:11 PM
I saw her as a judge on “So you think you can dance and she was AWFUL!! She kept trying to be funny AND SHE WASN’T!!! Just stick with judging and leave out all that other junk!
January 7th, 2010 at 1:04 PM
Huge mistake bringing on Ellen D. Lesbian – My entire family and most all of our friends will never watch an American Idol show again. Were sick and tired of the Hollywood comunity pandering to the gay community – they all need to get a dose of moral reality.
January 7th, 2010 at 3:57 PM
no one can replace no one on american idol like fa real!!!!!!! how many times do we have to tell u that
January 7th, 2010 at 4:32 PM
Nancy,
I read the Nancy~ Deborah thing…
You need to chill…It don’t look like no one was calling you gay, just that you “like” Ellen and that is why you want her on there to be a judge. You started the whole thing anyway!!! If you can’t take it don’t dish it out!
Also, gotta love how you keep trying to get the last word in…Leave me alone…WAAAHHH!!!
BTW, at 78 years of age how do you get a step son after being married 58 years?
Don’t answer, I don’t want to know! Have a great life and Happy New Year who ever you say you are…
January 7th, 2010 at 7:12 PM
Lisa – Go Away!
January 7th, 2010 at 7:15 PM
Lisa – P.S. Stay out of my personal life, FYI, my husband is older than I am, how else do you THINK I would have a step-son. Let’s get back to the topic about the show. I support Ellen – she was RECRUITED to be a judge/Paul QUIT on her own. Enjoy the show people.
January 8th, 2010 at 6:56 AM
Happy New Year Everyone!!!
I would just like to say that first of all we all need to respect one another regardless of what we may or may not like. This board s/b used for discussions only regarding American Idol period. We all are Entitled to voice are opinions,regarding the departure of Paula and the new Beginning w/Ellen, however we should do so with respect.
God Bless you and your families wishing you all a very Prosperous Year.
PS. I am sorry I do not mean to be disrespectful, but I honestly feel if we dont have anythong nice to say, well you know the old school saying, “Don’t say nothing at all’.This really saddens me that we can’t even get along on a discussion board w/o everything being taken out of context, or things getting out of hand, with all the other issues going on, My God people come on!!! Let’s Please stick to the purpose of this board.
One Love
January 9th, 2010 at 8:40 PM
I am excited to have the guest judges during the first auditions and for Ellen. I mean, everything was about the technical. Now it’s about who someone like us would listen to it. Im personally, so glad that paula’s gone. she added nothing.
January 9th, 2010 at 9:59 PM
What a joke Ellen who does she think she is now. Yuk her talk show is a joke not to sure why she is it.
January 9th, 2010 at 9:59 PM
loved paula! gonna love Ellen!!! AI all the Way~
January 10th, 2010 at 1:35 AM
Whoa! Ellen?! No offense but if I was a contestant I’d pick a judge with MUSICAL experience/talent over someone who has a good ear anyday. She could have the best musical ear ever but the fact that she has no MUSICAL experience would make it really hard for me to take her opinion seriously. Why else do people want to hear Simon’s opinion even if he is rude about it. I’ll give her a shot though and watch AI but I’m not expecting much…
January 10th, 2010 at 6:42 PM
I think Ellen will be great…can’t wait
January 10th, 2010 at 7:29 PM
I think it’s a mistake.
January 10th, 2010 at 10:36 PM
You lost this household when Ellen was chosen to replace Paula. We will miss the family time that was spent watching but that’s the point……it was a family show but Ellen’s agenda does not promote husband,wife and children. Our ears will be up for next seasons changes.
January 11th, 2010 at 2:34 AM
What a mistake to have DeGeneres on the show, she definitely doesn’t fit in, qualify to be a judge and has an attitude that she is really something great. NOT! She hasn’t done a thing for the music industry, is a chat host and a self proclaimed dancer? And she will be a trouble maker for sure, that’s her agenda in life. We will be seeing the decline of American Idol in viewers because of DeGeneres. What a shame! Who was the genius? that signed her? You may live to regret!
January 11th, 2010 at 12:25 PM
At least the show will be interesting to watch. I get tired of listening to Paula slur her words and say thinngs that do not make any sence. She didn’t judge she just said what the contestants wanted to hear.
January 11th, 2010 at 2:18 PM
I agree with Deb and Boobear! Paula has never made any sense at all! Thank goodness for DVR I could fast forward through her opinion. At least Ellen is more down to earth and will be judging on how we (the viewers) would vote. And she will be more fun to watch, as she is a comedian! And a good one!
Go ELLEN!
January 11th, 2010 at 3:35 PM
No PAULA, NO WAY, Goodbye Americal Idol
Ellen Degenres???? Are you kidding me? What the hell!
January 11th, 2010 at 3:45 PM
Ellen Degenres will add a lot to the show. She’s totally awesome. I don’t believe there is a fourth judge needed—permanent or guest. Four judges take too long and can cause the participants, and the audience, to become confused and perhaps even lose interest in the comments of the judges.
January 11th, 2010 at 3:50 PM
I have watched every season of American Idol but I refuse to watch it again because I can’t stand Ellen DeGeneres. American Idol should have paid Paula what she wanted. The show is all about Simon and Paula!!
The show lost another viewer.
January 11th, 2010 at 7:45 PM
I think it will be wierd with Ellen. But I really watch the show for the talent, or lack of it, lol. Why not have a lottery for the 4th judges seat every year. Have a regular american person be a judge…..just like Ellen. Right? Why not?
January 11th, 2010 at 8:12 PM
I could not believe this incredibly poor choice for a judge. She does not represent the people as she claims but is just another attempt by Hollywood to push gay celebritys down our throats.
Hollywood- put a lock on that barn door!
January 11th, 2010 at 8:33 PM
Fox is pretty clever to get E.D. I will be interested to see how Simon and Ellen do with their on screen relationship.Personally, I feel she is an excellent candidate to soften Simon intellectually with candor and wit as well as provide a a more humorous and sensitive foil to his rancour and brutality
when it comes to delivering the goods to the candidates. Let’s see if he makes it through the season.
January 12th, 2010 at 1:37 AM
Completely disappointed. Makes me not want to follow the show at all. Feels like nothing more than a politically correct move. Pathetic move on the part of American Idol. What’s it all about.
January 12th, 2010 at 2:13 AM
What a stupid move..we are not gonna watch this…the women is a joke alone but to have no talent to judge someone who does….FOX>.>Your GAY
January 12th, 2010 at 3:04 AM
Bad move. I cannot stand watching Ellen Degenerate even for a few seconds. such childish antics, more like a kids show.
This has got me thinking I won’t be able to watch this great show now
January 12th, 2010 at 8:35 AM
Terrible choice, she has no talent in music
to be judging a contest of peoples music
ability. But most important her homosexual
lifestyle is not one for teens to look up to.
Such a shame.
January 12th, 2010 at 9:12 AM
With the peoples vote we already have a voice – the judges should be connected to the music or entertainment business – Sorry Ellen, you don’t get my vote of confidence.
January 12th, 2010 at 10:51 AM
I loved American Idol. It was a great family show. I will have missed Paula and would have gladly accepted a new judge but not the likes of Ellen DeGeneres. There are so many great and talented people in the music industry and they put DeGeneres on the show. What a bunch of fools.
Goodbye American Idol. I will miss you
January 12th, 2010 at 11:33 AM
A true dissapointment in all aspects. I thought they would replace Paula with someone that is an example to our youth. One less watcher this year.
January 12th, 2010 at 12:21 PM
I am very dissapointed, I will probably not watch the 2010 season. She will have zero input.
What a BAD choice of replacement.
January 12th, 2010 at 2:19 PM
Just because the woman is gay has nothing to do with it!! I think anyone who has made something of their life is a person to look up to.
I do agree she is not the right person for the job. Her sexual orientation is not the reason.
“Such a shame” there are still people who think the way you do!!!
January 12th, 2010 at 4:25 PM
I think Ellen is a wonderful choice. Although she doesn’t have the musical background, her wit will add alot to the show. There are already 3 judges qualified from a professional musical standpoint, maybe having someone like Ellen join the panel will add another dimension that will benefit the show, she certainly won’t be boring. She is hilarious!
January 12th, 2010 at 5:24 PM
i don’t really want paula to leave either but ellen is really funny. i belief that she will be a great replacement if paula leaves!:)
January 12th, 2010 at 5:30 PM
Why is Randy jackson going to be the only original? What’s wrong simon and Paula? your letting your fans down! Simon, most people watch american idol because of you. you make really funny, rude, and awesome comments!!! I♥ u!!!!!——–Paula, a lot of people will miss you because while simon is making all of those comments you are always the nice,sweet, and down to earth kind of person!!!! I♥u!!!!!!! And randy, after a while don’t leave because you make pretty awesome comments dawg!!!!!!I♥u!!!!!!
January 12th, 2010 at 6:23 PM
Sorry but I can’t even watch that woman without almost puking. She has no vocal training and has no business as a judge of anything, especially with her glorious demeanor (lifestyle). Why not get Rosy to replace Randy? Then all the pretty, sweet, tender, young things would be a shoo-in. Ellen has obviously got something that pleases a lot of people so I have to give her credit for that. For me, she is repulsive and I doubt if I can sit though a single episode of Idol.
January 12th, 2010 at 7:57 PM
All of you people are acting like Paula was fired….ummm….he quit folks, so stop acting like someone did her wrong. I won’t miss her drunkiness at ALL! But I don’t think Ellen is a good fit necessarilly…we shall see i suppose.
January 12th, 2010 at 7:57 PM
I love it! Watching American Idol will be fun again!
January 12th, 2010 at 7:58 PM
*she* quit…sorry
January 12th, 2010 at 8:15 PM
i’m sorry i will not be watching this year i’m not a fan of ellen SORRY!
January 12th, 2010 at 8:20 PM
I am so excited for Ellen to be coming to the show Paula was boring and I think Ellen is going to be hilourous who cares what she does in her private life to each is own I cant wait ot see her and Simon go at it cause she will give it right back to him!!!
January 12th, 2010 at 9:25 PM
Wow I had no idea that Paula had musical talent! I thought she was a drunk who was just babbaling. Seriously Ellen is SOOOO funny and I do think Simon has a good sense of humor,Randy too! Paula was always the one I’d say STFU! to. Because she was too soft.
January 12th, 2010 at 9:38 PM
American Idol without Simon is not worth my watching. Ellen does not sing or dance. She does not have the talent for a position of judge on the show. I will only watch until Simon leaves, then I am done.
January 12th, 2010 at 10:25 PM
I thought the show was really starting to suck because of that new judge Kara…she is just so cocky and she thinks she knows everything. But with Ellen…It now does suck…What the hell does she know about singing anyway!! This is a sing competition…Right…
Paula was the best thing about that show…
January 12th, 2010 at 11:12 PM
Kara should go. I never cared for her in the first place. And four judges is one too many. It will be very interesting to see how Simon and Ellen relate to each other. Randy could be replaced with a more interesting personality. He seems to always want to compete with Simon and there is no competition. I’m sure Simon can also be replaced by someone just as interesting—no one is irreplaceable for anything. Paula I really don’t miss at all—-she rambled and never made much sense actually and allowed Simon to get under her skin too easily. But I’m most interested in the contestants anyway.
January 13th, 2010 at 2:39 PM
HI, I wish that Ellen Degeneres will NOT be a judge on American Idol. She has no music background and does not bring anything to the table. She is not qualified for the job! Also, she is a lesbian and that will turn off a lot of American’s. I will turn off my TV when she is on.
Thank you, heike suggs
January 13th, 2010 at 2:43 PM
and Heike -if a Lesbian is picked as the next American Idol?
January 13th, 2010 at 4:12 PM
I’ve always been much more interested in a person as a person first not his/her sexual preference, religious preference, color of skin, social standing in society, athletic abilities, food preferences, clothing preferences, etc., etc., etc. Please–live and let live. May the most talented win whether he/she is gay, straight, uninterested totally in sex, black, white, yellow, green, tall, short, etc., etc., etc. This IS a TALENT show for singing!!—nothing more.
January 13th, 2010 at 8:29 PM
Who in the world makes these decisions? Ellen? Of all the people….. Ellen? Just can’t believe it.
January 13th, 2010 at 9:35 PM
I don’t like Ellen, I didn’t like her on any shows, and the fact thta she doesn’t have any musical training makes it even worse. You need someone that has a lot of experience in music to judge if someone has it or not. So if you don’t bring Paula back yo won’t have a lot of viewers to the show!!!!!!!!!!
January 13th, 2010 at 10:18 PM
I think Ellen is awesome. She has such a sense of humour.She will be a great judge.You don’t have to have musical training to tell if someone has talent.
Good luck ellen!
January 13th, 2010 at 11:36 PM
I think Ellen is a GREAT addition to the show!! Aside from her humor, as others have stated, she represents OUR thoughts, the public who has musical knowledge but not professional training. She will keep things very real and probably also offer hope to those who, well, may need to keep working on things! She will also offer encouragement to some while also offering intelligent words. It’s gonna be a great season!! And yes, many gay people are also Christians with very high values and morals. Most people know that these days, except those in the closet afraid to come out of it! lol
January 14th, 2010 at 12:04 AM
Cyndi Woodbury and co. let your homophobia go
Are you serious? It’s always been a family show and “I hope it doesn’t start having raunchy, innapropriate sexual humor on it or I’ll become an ex Idol fan.”
Ah-maz-ing.
I could write an entire book on the inconsistent logic, insane assumptions, and obvious prejudices…
Put some effort into life and specifically being a good person. It’s actually quite fulfilling, and fun!
I love you Ellen. (Anddd you Cyndi Woodbury and co!)
January 14th, 2010 at 5:38 AM
I am very sorry to see Paula leave but I think Ellen will bring some funny and serious opinions to each and every participant on the American Idol. I also can’t wait to see Ellen and Simon working together. I know I will be laughing alot..Randy will be great too hey Dog!!!
January 14th, 2010 at 5:41 AM
oops sorry dawg spelling error..love ya Randy!!!
January 14th, 2010 at 11:01 AM
I hate that it’s Ellen…….what does she know about music????????
January 14th, 2010 at 11:34 AM
Well,we,the people in India will watch the show tomorrow only,i.e 15th Jan,I cannot judge Ellen yet,but still,I will miss Paula so much!
January 14th, 2010 at 3:49 PM
This is supposted to be a faimly show and now they have to go and pervert it with a lesbian!
January 14th, 2010 at 6:37 PM
I think Ellen will bring a lot of humor and compassion to the show. I love her. I believe she’ll be able to hold her own with Simon. I can’t wait!
January 14th, 2010 at 9:43 PM
I will not be watching American Idol this year or any other year as long as Ellen is on. I have been a fan of Idol for years and very sad that you all chose her.
January 15th, 2010 at 3:04 PM
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January 16th, 2010 at 12:35 AM
Nice call Idol producers. Not only did you pick someone who has no clue on musical talent but someone who has a reprehensible lifestyle for a so-called family show. Heck, America knows she’s a degenerate and you want kids watching this show.
January 16th, 2010 at 1:24 PM
Bad choice, I will not be watching any more.
January 16th, 2010 at 1:54 PM
The judges are doing what they get paid for—-gaining and generating interest for AI. Evidently they’re doing their jobs nicely—so many people go ape over their personalities and argue and berate each other’s opinions of one judge or another. It’s hilarious!! The judges are laughing all the way to their banks.
January 16th, 2010 at 2:03 PM
I can’t stand that women get rid of her. Yes I will still watch the show but not every week like I have done in years past.
January 16th, 2010 at 4:22 PM
I will no longer watch AI. Why do you think Adam didn’t win? The same reason AI will not win with ED.
January 16th, 2010 at 8:24 PM
Judy & Heike
Why do YOU think Adam didn’t win? I still can’t understand. He was absolutely loaded with talent. The best EVER on AI. And talent is what the show is (or should be) all about. I don’t care if he (or Ellen) is gay, straight, or totally sexless. If your life was being threatened and the only person who steps in to save you was a gay person, would you chase him/her away? Would you ask first if this person was gay before you allowed his help?
January 16th, 2010 at 10:58 PM
BOOOOOO BRING BACK PAULA!
BOOOOOO BRING BACK PAULA!
BOOOOOO BRING BACK PAULA!
BOOOOOO BRING BACK PAULA!
BOOOOOO BRING BACK PAULA!
BOOOOOO BRING BACK PAULA!
BOOOOOO BRING BACK PAULA!
BOOOOOO BRING BACK PAULA!
January 17th, 2010 at 2:13 AM
Thank goodness Paula is gone at last!!!!!!!!!
Can’t wait to see Ellen.
Love the older fellow and his song “Pants on the ground”——-
January 17th, 2010 at 2:17 PM
YUK! PLEASEEEEEEEEEE!
January 18th, 2010 at 11:12 AM
I am extemely excited to see Ellen on the show, she will add a new twist to the show and I think the ratings will go up. Sometimes you have to freshen things up and this is one of them. Out with the old and in with the new. Most of the time you couldn’t understand Paula anyway so this will be some easy listening and a breath of fresh air!!
January 18th, 2010 at 2:16 PM
Sista Sista
I agree with you!!!!
Danilo Plaza
What?
January 19th, 2010 at 6:48 PM
Honestly People…who really cares who judges this contest…do you HONESTLY think that the viewers have the say in who wins this competition???? The producers pick the winner…it is rigged like most competitions…If I had to throw my two cents in…I would send Randy Jackson packing with Paula…neither of them made any sense on the show…at least Simom told the truth…Ellen will bring some humor to the show…but it will get old in a hurry.
January 19th, 2010 at 7:37 PM
I think they dug pretty deep into the pile and just happened to pick out EG’s name. How else could it happen.These kids are going to end up with a career someday and to have a no-nothing judging them, how smart or fair is that? Just because she is funny (so some think)is no reason to think she can judge some ones ability to sng or not.Big Mistake on your part to go with her, when there are so many more able people to judge these kids.
EP
January 19th, 2010 at 8:54 PM
I THINK YOU GUYS ARE TOTALLY CRAZY IF YOU THINK A CLOWN LIKE ELLEN WILL IMPROVE AMERICAN IDOL SHOW. THIS IS, I HOPE, A SERIOUS PROGRAM, NOT A CIRCUS.
BESIDES, THE JUDGES SHOULD WORK IN THE SELECTION PART BECAUSE IN ANY OTHER WAY, THE TIME FOR THE SELECTION WILL BE ENDLESS, BUT ONCE THE LAST 15-20 CONTESTANT ARE SELECTED, THEN ONLY THE PUBLIC SHOULD DECIDE WHO GOES OUT AND WHO KEEPS COMPETING.
NO JUDGES IN THIS PART, JUST THE CONTESTANTS AND THE PUBLIC, NOT EVEN THE PRODUCERS, BECAUSE THEY INFLUENCE THE PEOPLE WITH THEIR PROS AND CONS COMMENTS.
I THINK MOST OF THE MUSICIANS WILL AGREE WITH ME IN THIS TOPIC.
January 19th, 2010 at 11:09 PM
Wow, looking at all these responses from Ellen Haters we can see how pro-fox/ republican america idol fans are. Get real guys, so what if she’s a lesbian, or that she’s not a signer, BFD! She is a humanitarian, a great role model, and of loving woman. She has talent, drive, and most of all she’s not Paula!. That woman drove me crazy! all the crying, screaming, and emotional break downs on stage. This is going to be the first season where I watch from start to finish. Congrats Ellen, your going to be great, and it will be so nice to have someone quick witted enough on the show to handle Simon and his remarks. Oh and here’s hoping that the next idol is NOT country or R&B they have had enough of those.
January 19th, 2010 at 11:18 PM
OH Thank God that the drunk is gone! Paula needs a few years of sobriety in Betty Ford before she goes out into the public spot light again. You people think that being gay will harm family vaules?? really get a grip. I would rather my kids watch a woman who is true to herself than one who endores substance abuse as a way of coping thru life.
January 19th, 2010 at 11:42 PM
Hey has anyone stopped to think about what they write about Ellen being a lesbien,everyone is different and that does not make her less of a person than anyone of us.Remember she has feelings also,besides i think she is funny and kind-and i think she will make a great judge on Idol.Yes we will all miss Paula,she is a great person.If the tables were turned and we always had Ellen as a judge on Idol-if she left the show then we would miss her just has much.It takes time to get used to someone new on a show,but for goodness sake give the lady a chance.Is everyone afraid that they just might like her alot ??? I am excited to watch idol and as usual i will not miss a show.Great job Idol.
January 20th, 2010 at 10:21 AM
I think they will lose a lot of viewers if they put Ellen on the show. I mean really could they not find someone else. I would rather them have a past contestant on there than Ellen. At least they would know a little something. I am not saying don’t put her on there just because she knows nothing about music but personally I don’t like her and I don’t think sah’e funny. And now Simon is leaving who will they find to replace him,
January 22nd, 2010 at 9:01 AM
I hear ya Brandy!!! Good on ya!
January 22nd, 2010 at 3:32 PM
I just can’t get interested in AI this year. I guess it is because at the end of the trials, Ellen will be coming on as a judge. The gay thing is not the total issue. Even though I would rather have a drunk kid than a gay kid, it is Ellen’s arrogant attitude that turns people off to her. She personifies the meaning of term Dike. Her dress, her appearance and her mannerism are all repulsive. She is a typical shove-it-in-your-face gay. I just can’t sit through that twice a week.
January 26th, 2010 at 11:07 PM
Ellen should be a judge! She is incredibly smart, witty and talented. she would make a wonderful addition
January 26th, 2010 at 11:36 PM
Just how bad can Idol get now? I mean really, Avril Lavigne and Katy Perry. They aren’t talent scouts or producers and Perry is just down right irritating. Also, watching the auditions you sense somethings missing. Right, Paula. What do you thinks going to happen next season. Simon won’t be there. Guest judges aren’t the answer and Degeneres certainly is not the answer. Idol’s going to tank next year. Randy you’d best jump ship this year.
January 28th, 2010 at 2:36 PM
I don’t care for and will not watch American Idol if Ellen Degeneral is the judge replacement for Paula. I think that the 4th judge should be someone that is into the music career.
January 28th, 2010 at 5:31 PM
Well, then. I guess all Americans who vote for the American Idol winner had better be “into the music career.”
January 28th, 2010 at 7:54 PM
I think we should save our opinion of Ellen untill she is given a chance.Everyone deserves a chance to prove themselves.
January 29th, 2010 at 1:33 PM
I am yet another American Idol fan who will stop watching once the competition begins. I am NOT an Ellen fan and would prefer either 3 judges or almost anyone else.
January 29th, 2010 at 1:49 PM
Me! Are your serious…”She’s a great role model”??? She’s a lesbian! Call me old fashion, whatever but my family will not be watching this show any longer. No wonder the world is the way it is! I’m outta here…
January 29th, 2010 at 4:06 PM
Sorry, but the world is not the way it is because Ellen is a lesbian. So some people will deprive themselves of watching AI for their own entertainment because of one “different” human being—-guess what, ALL human beings are “different.” And that’s what makes ALL of us interesting.
January 29th, 2010 at 4:26 PM
I can’t wait to see Ellen on American Idol! I believe she will be great on the show. Maybe she’ll soften up Simon a bit. LOL!!
January 29th, 2010 at 5:22 PM
WHY DO YOU THINK AI NEEDS AN ADDITIONAL JUDGE ?
3 JUDGES IS THE RIGHT NUMBER, SO PLEASE FORGET ABOUT THAT 4TH ONE, SPECIALLY BECAUSE THIS IS NOT A CIRCUS.
ONLY PEOPLE IN THE MUSIC BUSINESS WITH MUSIC KNOWLEDGE IS ABLE TO JUDGE APPROPRIATELY.
February 3rd, 2010 at 4:54 PM
I have been a faithful Idol fan from the beginning. However, the moment Ellen DeGeneres steps on the stage is the moment I turn Idol off. I do not want to watch one of my favorite shows every week and have to be upset while being entertained. I don’t agree with her preferences and don’t want her thrown in my face by the industry. I know that’s not popular but it is my right to change channels in protest. I also know this won’t make a difference to the owners of the show, but, that I have to live with.
February 3rd, 2010 at 8:17 PM
My family will not be watching AM ID this season because we don’t like the fact that ellen is a lesbian. Very poor choice for a family show.
February 3rd, 2010 at 9:24 PM
i miss paula i want her back so does my mom who needs ellen she has her own show my mother misses her aswell.Bring her back shes funny as anything!!!! please???????????
February 3rd, 2010 at 10:56 PM
I don’t believe Ellen will be doing any sex acts or pushing Lesbian ideas on AI. What in this world does her sex preference have to do with judging a talent show??!!
February 4th, 2010 at 12:33 AM
BECAUSE SHE ONLY HAVE ONE IDEA IN HER BRAIN, AND SHE DOESN’T HAVE ANY MUSICAL BACKGROUND. EASY, RIGHT ?
February 4th, 2010 at 11:02 AM
OMG THIS 2010 WHEN ARE YOU PEOPLE GOING TO REALIZE THAT GAY PEOPLE ARE A FACT OF LIFE. THEY DON’T HURT ANYBODY….ITS JUST THEIR SEXUAL PREFERENCE AND WHO ARE YOU TO TELL THEM WHO TO LOVE. AI IS A TALENT SHOW AND IT SHOWCASES YOUNG PEOPLE TRYING TO MAKE IT IN A ROUGH VENUE…..WATCH THE TALENT, VOTE FOR YOUR FAVORITE. WHAT IN THE WORLD DO YOU THINK ELLEN IS GOING TO DO TO CORRUPT YOUR FAMILY???
YES, MOST OF US WILL MISS PAULA BUT AI GOES ON. ITS ABOUT THE TALENT NOT THE JUDGES….
February 4th, 2010 at 9:01 PM
I think Ellen is a poor choice Paula’s replacement, having no musical background or credentials. She’ll be a time-waster, with no knowledge to provide constructive criticism to the contestants. She’ll just try to be funny. As Simon would say, “this is a singing competition”! I’m afraid this will be AI’s death knell, when you add in Simon’s departure next season.
American Idol, RIP.
February 5th, 2010 at 12:56 AM
Not too concerned about the judges. The competition is the entertainment. I certainly don’t know Ellen personally–wouldn’t know what idea(s) she has “in her brain.” Don’t really care. Everyone has a right to their opinions and everyone certainly has a right to watch or “not” watch AI—for whatever reason. We who “judge” and vote for the winner of AI had better get out and take piano lessons or something—gotta get that “musical background.” Right?
February 5th, 2010 at 11:28 AM
DEAR LAKOTA:
SOMEONE MIGHT TAKE THOUSANDS OF LESSONS OF PIANO OR ANY OTHER INSTRUMENT AND HE WILL NOT BE A MUSICIAN YET.
THERE ARE THINGS THAT YOU HAVE OR DO NOT HAVE. THERE ARE THINGS THAT CANNOT BE BOUGHT. ONE HAS TO BE BORN WITH SUCH FEELINGS AND ADDITIONALLY, IT IS HIS OBLIGATION TO STUDY AND TO LEARN.
ALSO, AS THIS IS A MUSICAL COMPETITION, NOT ONE MORE SHOW, IT IS NOT A MATTER TO BE SUCCESSFUL IN ANY OTHER PROFESSION OR ACTIVITY, IT IS SOMETHING THAT YOU MUST HAVE THAT “KNOWLEDGE” TO BE CAPABLE OF JUDGING A MUSICIAN OR SINGER.
I LOVE THE MUSIC, IT IS AN IMPORTANT PART OF MY LIFE, AND THAT’S WHY I BELIEVE THAT THE DREAMS OF SOMEONE HAS TO BE CONSIDERED VERY SERIOUSLY, NOT UNDER THE THOUGHT OF SOME JUDGE COULD BE FUNNY OR LESBIAN OR ANY OTHER THING.
WE ALL HAVE THE RIGHT TO BE WHAT WE WANT TO BE, BUT NOT TO BE PROUD OF IT AND LIVE TO MENTION SUCH HONORS IN EVERY OPPORTUNITY THAT YOU HAVE, LIKE A JOKE, AND LIKE HER ONLY SKILL.
I HOPE EVERYTHING IS CLEAR, BECAUSE I AM ECUADORIAN AND MY LANGUAGE IS SPANISH.
February 5th, 2010 at 1:08 PM
DANILO,
I REALLY THINK YOU ARE TAKING THESE JUDGES A LITTLE TOO SERIOUS…..GIVE THE AMERICAN PEOPLE SOME CREDIT…..WE ARE THE VOTERS AND LOTS OF TIMES WE DISAGREE WITH THEM….THEY ARE NOT PERFECT…..SIMON DISAGREES WITH RANDY AND PAULA IN THE PAST AND THAT NEVER MADE A DIFFERENCE TO US…..WE BUY THE CDS NOT THE JUDGES…..I BELIEVE THE JUDGES ARE PART OF THE ENTERTAINMENT….DID YOU REALLY TAKE PAULA SERIOUSLY….I LOVED HER BUT I DIDN’T ALWAYS AGREE WITH HER SAME WITH SIMON AND RANDY…
THIS IS JUST MY OPINION BUT I SAY GIVE ELLEN A CHANCE….SHE MIGHT BRING SOME HUMOR TO THE PANEL……IN ANY EVENT YOU CAN ALWAYS WAIT UNTIL NEXT YEAR AND SEE PAULA AND SIMON ON THE X FACTOR….
February 5th, 2010 at 2:02 PM
Danilo,
It is neat to be talking with an Ecuadorian. What’s it like there? I applaude your passion and I’m also pleased with your ability to speak English when your language is Spanish. I’m kind-of a laid back USA Kentuckian and generally stick to the “live and let live” philosophy. You are very interesting. Thank you for your reply. And by the way, Ellen just might be a big flop—we will find out soon.
February 5th, 2010 at 4:28 PM
I have the answer. With all the great “Steve Jobs” technology in the hi-tech arena, if we could invent some way to block out the picture and sound, other than changing channels, automatically whenever Ellen appears, we could save Idol for at least one more season. Bye the way, did you know this woman? appears in a makeup commercial?? I didn’t know her kind wore makeup.
February 5th, 2010 at 9:12 PM
i think guest judges was a good idea. but having to listen to ellen degenerate all season is too much. why not just get a real pig to do the show. on american idol this season for me.
February 5th, 2010 at 10:18 PM
I can’t believe that American Idol would even think of Ellen Degenerate to be one of the judges. Number one she is supposedly funny, NOT! She doesn’t even have musical skills. IF she is one of the judges, as much as I love this show and I watch it every season, I WILL NOT watch it again. I also know a lot of other people who will not be watching it if SHE is an American Idol judge. I feel this is just another attempt to shove Gay/Lesbians down our throat.
February 5th, 2010 at 11:36 PM
So next week is the grand debut of the new judge ellen. I don’t know about anyone else but looking at the panel and not seeing Paula doesn’t even seem right. She had her quirks but she and Cowell often made it more bearable to watch some of those shows. Now, bring on a clueless judge, a swan song of a season for Simon, Karla what’s her name, and Randy, and just how bad will the ratings be.
February 6th, 2010 at 12:54 PM
First Ellen,then maybe Howard Stern? Hey I heard that Jerry Springer is available? Time to turn the channel!!!!!!!!!!
February 6th, 2010 at 2:02 PM
I am disappointed that AI invited Ellen to join the judges panel. We will not be faithfully viewing AI this season. And note that our family has watched & voted on every season up until now. Ellen’s public lesbianism is the main reason, not to mention she does not have a music background. AI could have been more responsible in replacing Paula than Ellen.