Though earlier reports indicated that Fox’s search for a third judge to fill out the season 13 judges panel was complete, it looks like Dr. Luke has had to drop out due to a conflict of interest.
Fans who have missed Paula Abdul’s input on American Idol can rejoice as she joins the So You Think You Can Dance judges panel as this week’s guest judge.
The duo responsible for MTV’s Video Music Awards and Movie Award’S will be joining Idol‘s producing team as part of season 13’s behind-the-scenes makeover.
Idol producers have announced that Swedish Idol executive producer Per Blankens will replace Nigel Lythgoe and Ken Warwick as American Idol‘s executive producer, starting with the upcoming season 13.
Viewers could see some familiar faces return to Idol, this time on the other side of the judges’ table. Fox is considering bringing in past contestants as judges in an effort to boost ratings for the struggling show.
American Idol‘s season 12 will come to a close this week, with a star-studded two-part finale. While the results may be what everyone is tuning in for, Fox has to fill the other three hours of scheduled airtime. Here’s how they’ll likely do it.