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Nicki Minaj Responds to 'Idol' Exit Rumors, Randy Jackson Quits

Gina Vespa — Fri, 10 May 2013 02:24:14 +0000

Earlier today (May 9), we learned that ‘American Idol’ producers reportedly plan to replace judges Nicki Minaj, Randy Jackson, Mariah Carey and Keith Urban with a new set of panelists next season due to low ratings. Never one to bite her tongue, Minaj responded to the rumors and Jackson confirmed that he has, in fact, decided to call it quits.

'American Idol' May Cut All Four Judges to Reinvent Itself

Damon Houx — Thu, 09 May 2013 01:22:53 +0000

'American Idol' used to be the hottest show on television, but after 13 years, it's starting to show its age. The show's ratings have slipped from regularly having 30 million viewers to now somewhere around 11 million. And though the show has had some different judges over the course of its run, it's now looking to ditch all four current judges to have a fresh face for season 13.

Nicki Minaj Is Wary of Doing 'American Idol' Again

Jessica Sager — Mon, 25 Mar 2013 22:47:49 +0000

Love her or hate her, Nicki Minaj is regarded as arguably the best judge on 'American Idol' for season 12, giving insight beyond that of legendary multi-octave diva Mariah Carey.

But that doesn't mean Minaj necessarily wants to do this ever again.

New Jersey Commuters Have New Excuse Thanks To American Idol

Lou Russo — Fri, 15 Mar 2013 12:10:37 +0000

How many times do you race out of the house in the morning to try to get to work on time only to get stuck in ugly Garden State traffic on the Parkway, 35, 70, Route 9 or any of the other roads that drive us all crazy. Well, we have a new excuse to tell the boss. If Nicki Minaj can do it, so can I!

American Idol: Better or Worse This Season? [POLL]

Lou Russo — Fri, 01 Feb 2013 14:06:02 +0000

We’ve given Idol a few weeks now and we’ve seen the star-studded judges panel. The show is #1 in the ratings, so what do you think so far? I didn’t have high expectations for Idol this season. I’m not a big Mariah fan, although I must admit, I’m becoming one. And I certainly was not [...]

Surprise From The New American Idol Judges

Lou Russo — Thu, 17 Jan 2013 11:27:22 +0000

Its another season of American Idol, and there’s lots of new stuff, namely Mariah Carey, Nicki Minaj and Keith Urban, but some things were the same, namely two judges who just can’t seem to get along. I didn’t have very high expectations for the show. The new roster of judges didn’t really impress me, and I [...]

Steven Tyler Responds to Nicki Minaj's Racist Accusations

Amy Sciarretto — Thu, 29 Nov 2012 03:40:01 +0000

Not a single, solitary episode of 'American Idol' Season 12 has aired yet and it's already rife with plenty of Nicki Minaj-generated controversy. Forget Mariah-gate. That's so last month.

Steven Tyler has already offered a response to Minaj's pointed accusations that he's a racist (due to comments he made about her judging ability). The former and current 'American Idol' judge had a bit of a spat in the press, with Tyler chalking it up to a big ol' misunderstanding.

2012 American Music Awards Winners List

Cristin Maher — Mon, 19 Nov 2012 01:10:09 +0000

Will Nicki Minaj and Rihanna dominate the 2012 American Music Awards winners list as they did with nominations? Both ladies led the nominee pack for the 2012 American Music Awards, nabbing four nods each for the fan-voted show, but One Direction and Justin Bieber are hot on their trail with three apiece.

Nicki Minaj Says She and 'American Idol' Co-Judge Mariah Carey 'Are Fine'

Amy Sciarretto — Fri, 16 Nov 2012 00:30:01 +0000

The white flag has been waved and the olive branch extended …we think! Nicki Minaj has opened up about her post-fight relationship with Mariah Carey, saying that they have been "fine" since the dust up witnessed 'round the world.

'American Idol' Producers Keeping Nicki Minaj on Board Despite Feud With Mariah Carey

Jessica Sager — Sun, 07 Oct 2012 15:00:58 +0000

‘American Idol‘ executives are denying that Nicki Minaj will be fired following her on-camera spat with fellow judge Mariah Carey– and more details are coming out about the beef between the two divas. In a statement released Friday (via Entertainment Tonight), ‘Idol’ producers said, ”Despite all the accusations and media speculation — much of which is [...]

Nicki Minaj Curses at Mariah Carey on 'American Idol' Set

Jessica Sager — Wed, 03 Oct 2012 01:43:59 +0000

Remember those rumors of a feud between Nicki Minaj and Mariah Carey on the 'American Idol' judging panel? Both ladies denied any drama, but it looks like they may have been lying. New video has emerged of Minaj flipping out at Mimi, and though both the women are gorgeous, this footage ain't pretty.

Mariah Carey + Nicki Minaj Are Already Making 'American Idol' More Interesting

Kathy Landin — Thu, 20 Sep 2012 18:29:19 +0000

The next season of the waning talent search show ‘American Idol’ began taping on Sunday, and after working their way down a long list of possible judges, the producers ended up with a panel that seems to include one too many divas — and we can only hope the fireworks make it to air. Past [...]

Official 'American Idol' Judges List Released: Mariah Carey, Randy Jackson, Keith Urban + Nicki Minaj on Panel

Jessica Sager — Sun, 16 Sep 2012 15:16:00 +0000

Good news for ‘American Idol‘ fans! The official list of judges has finally been released. Who will grace the stage? Everyone you thought! Mariah Carey was the first judge officially announced (and the highest paid judge in reality TV history, pocketing a cool $18 million for one season), and now we know for sure that [...]

Nicki Minaj, LMFAO + More Added to Dick Clark's New Year's Eve Special

Scott Shetler — Wed, 07 Dec 2011 16:09:18 +0000

This might be the Rockin’est New Year’s Eve ever, now that Nicki Minaj, LMFAO and Florence + the Machine have joined an already-impressive lineup for Dick Clark’s annual Times Square bash.

Which Pop Star Is The Queen Of Crazy – Gaga, Rihanna, Katy, Or Nicki? [POLL]

Laurie Cataldo — Fri, 02 Dec 2011 20:05:08 +0000

When it comes to pop stars, we expect extremes: hairstyles, outfits, music videos. There is no shortage of crazy when it comes to some of the biggest acts today: Lady Gaga, Katy Perry, Nicki Minaj, Rihanna… but when it comes down to it, who’s the Queen of Crazy? Well, I suppose the biggest question in [...]