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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
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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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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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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!