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American Idol original judges: Photo Credit APWe know, you’re saying ‘Please say it isn’t so.” Reports by Radar Online state that Simon Cowell is leaving American Idol. According to the site, Simon Cowell’s brother inadvertently broke the news on his podcast ‘The Cowell Factor.’
Paula Abdul was never offered a new contract for 2009, and the 2009 season is set to introduce Ellen DeGeneres as a judge. Simon Cowell is reportedly leaving the show at the end of the 2010 season and will focus on a new series that he hopes will air in 2011.
Simon Cowell’s contract expires in 2010 and he plans on bringing a version of the U.K. show X Factor to American television viewing audiences.
The news has many wondering if American Idol can survive without Simon Cowell. Well known for his harsh, in-your-face, and brutally honest comments Simon has become a cornerstone of the show. Fans are still dealing with outrage over Paula Abdul’s abrupt dismissal from the show. It goes without question that Simon’s absence will be impossible to overlook.
Last night, Adam Lambert appeared on the Jay Leno Show and discussed Paula’s absence from the program. He expressed his appreciation for both Simon and Paula and said that she will be greatly missed from the show.
Many fans will agree that the show simply will not be the same without Simon and Paula. Who knows, maybe Simon has a place for Paula in his new television endeavor.
Simon Cowell has not yet released a statement or comment regarding the report, but according to Radar Online, a future statement is expected to confirm the report.
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Comments
I never did like that show. I feel America's got talent is a lot better, and no Simon Cowell or Paula the lush.
American Idol would do well to return to its family-friendly roots. Controversial "stars" such as Ellen do not fit into the family-friendly mold, nor do some of the more racier numbers seen performed on Idol in 2009.
Idol should take a cue from NBC's Sing Off. Here the judges offered encouraging critiques and the show absolutely shined. There was zero obnoxious behavior and comments and the talent soared!
My vote, and I am a HUGE Idol fan, is that NBC's Sing Off airs directly in the same time slots as Idol in 2010 and shows the wavering Idol how family entertainment can and should be done.
Steven Joseph
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