Some highly-respected, hilarious, attractive celebrity gossip websites aren't sure if Ellen DeGeneres is the best choice for an American Idol judge.
But last year's new addition to the show, Kara DioGuardi, is not among the skeptics. She had nothing but glowing praise for Ellen when asked about her at an Emmy Award after-party.
"I think it's a genius decision," DioGuardi told People. "I wish I had thought of it... I would say she would probably be somebody who would be fair in her criticism and will try to be as supportive as she possibly could. I think it's going to be a lot of fun."
As for Ellen, she's aware of the criticism her selection has been met with. Regarding the type of judge she'll be, DeGeneres said:
"I will be kind. I will be compassionate. I will be empathetic, and I will be truthful. I will be an honest judge without being mean."
We'll find out in January what that translates into. For now, be sure to listen to the first single from last year's winner, Kris Allen!
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September 22nd, 2009 10:57 AM
So Simon was just talking out of his hat when he said he'd never do the show without Paula. Kara grates on my nerves. I'm so not interested in tuning in this year to hear whatever blah-blah-blah *yawn* she has to say.
If I were a final contestant on Idol this year, I think I'd make Ellen sign a statement promising never to use my music on her show without paying for it, since it seems she's been playing without paying for years!
September 22nd, 2009 3:37 PM
I can agree with with Kara that Ellen is a good choice, but now lets put that a side and talk about how Kara is NOT a good choice.
Seriously get DioGaurdi off that show.
October 8th, 2009 8:13 PM
Yea i think that kara shoul leave the show and so should ellen they should so bring paula back!!!!!!!!!! alot of people wont be watching the show anymore including me. AI will lose a ton of ratings because of this bad decision PAULA COME BACK PLEASE!!!!!!!!!!!!!! American idol needs u!!!!!!!!! and so does simon :)
November 9th, 2009 10:50 AM
I agree, I think she's awesome