Maxim mag, Kara, pictures …

Wednesday, February 10th, 2010

Well … um … not much to say about this except: WOW!

In Maxim, click here
In US Magazine, click here

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Some suggestions – Poll question

Friday, February 5th, 2010

Tags: Elton John, Howard Stern, Shania Twain, Victoria Beckham
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Good ole’ Simon!

Thursday, January 21st, 2010

Good ole’ Simon! Associated Press reported today that Simon is planning a charity single to benefit victims of the earthquake in Haiti. According to the article, Cowell says the goal is to raise as much money as possible in a short period of time. He says he plans to release the record within 10 days.

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Replacing Simon

Sunday, January 17th, 2010

I read a couple of interesting articles online today. One said that Elton John was rumored as a person of interest to replace Simon Cowell as a new judge next season. Another post had Ryan Seacrest doubling as both host and judge. Personally, I wouldn’t let Seacrest touch judging with a 10-foot pole. Elton John would be a great choice. He knows the business, for sure. I wonder if he would be able to be a frank with auditionists and contestants as Simon. But that’s one judge that may fit in well with Randy, Kara and Ellen.

Tags: Elton John, Ryan Seacrest
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First Paula … now Simon

Monday, January 11th, 2010

Simon makes it official: This is his last season on “American Idol.” In the 2011, he will be judge and executive producer of “X Factor” in the United States. He says he’s confident “American Idol” will survive without him.

But will it? Do we tune in for the performers? Do we tune in for the judges? Can it survive with Randy, Kara, Ellen and Ryan?

I think that won’t be determined until we see how many people show up on audition days. But if Simon’s “X Factor” is a huge hit in the fall, it will have a direct impact on “Idol” in the spring. It will definitely be overkill of two similar shows and one will suffer. With Simon on X Factor and possibly joined by Paula … it sure seems more intriguing, doesn’t it?

I’d like to see “Idol” go more than 10 years … but let’s not worry about the future. We’ll concentrate on 2010 with the current cast of judges. Let “American Idol 2010″ begin!

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Poll question

Monday, January 11th, 2010

Tags: Paula Abdul
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Idols at VH1 Divas

Friday, September 18th, 2009

Click below to see Associated Press pictures of “American Idol” people from the VH1 Divas show. Included are Jordin Sparks, Jennifer Hudson, Kelly Clarkson and Paula Abdul.

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Tags: Jennifer Hudson, Jordin Sparks, Kelly Clarkson, Paula Abdul
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Paula pokes fun at Ellen

Friday, September 18th, 2009

Paula, Paula … what are you doing? Did you see her bit last night during the VH1 Divas show? She arrived on stage dressed like – and dancing like – Ellen DeGeneres on Thursday, Sept. 17, in New York. DeGeneres is the newest judge on “American Idol,” replacing Abdul. I hope she cleared this with Ellen before going on stage. If not, can you imagine what the media will do with this?

Tags: Ellen DeGeneres, Paula Abdul
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CNN video re: Ellen DeGeneres

Friday, September 11th, 2009

Check out this video from CNN about Ellen taking over as the fourth judge on ‘Idol.’ It offers comments from Hollywood stars, Randy Jackson, an entertainment critic and more. Great stuff!

Tags: CNN, Ellen DeGeneres
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Ellen DeGeneres … the 4th judge

Wednesday, September 9th, 2009

What? Ellen DeGeneres was named as the new fourth judge on ‘American Idol.’ How will Simon Cowell react to Ellen? Will he dismiss her comedy? Will he respect her comedy? This is an interesting choice. I’m not going to pass judgment, however, until I see what we’re dealt with on the air. She could be a big disruption to the three music professionals (the judges). However, she could also be a breath of fresh air, especially after serious critiques. Think about this: If Simon, Randy and Kara really bring down a singer, Ellen’s comedy might be something to look forward to. I don’t know … I’m really kind of anticipating this season just to see how it all works out.

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