Report: Randy Jackson Out as American Idol Judge

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First, Steven Tyler. Then, Jennifer Lopez. Now, American Idol has officially cleaned its judging house.

Sources confirm to TMZ that Randy Jackson will not return in 2013 as a panelist on the Fox competition. Instead, as rumored for weeks now, he will move in to a mentoring capacity.

Randy Jackson Red Carpet Photo

With Mariah Carey on board, this means at least two - possibly three if the show expands to four judges - openings are available.

Insiders continue to say that Nicki Minaj is incredibly close to closing her deal, with Keith Urban a favorite for the third spot. Other names bantered about include Diddy, Lenny Kravitz, Nick Jonas and even Kanye West.

But let's take a moment to look back before we look forward. Will you miss Randy Jackson as a judge?

 
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    Kewaunee Taylor

    I love the fresh faces, I can't wait to see Mariah. I hope Kanye west and former idol Kelly Clarke. I bet it be good, I stop watching because it was getting bored. With those judges it going to be hot

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    Kewaunee Taylor

    I love the fresh faces, I can't wait to see Mariah. I hope Kanye west and former idol Kelly Clarke. I bet it be good

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    harrison1571

    Why do TV Channels always change a combination that works is it because the other reality shows change their panels like people change their underwear why be the same as them, Steven Tyler, J'Lo and Randy really worked as a team. I'm from the UK and think that American Idol is one of the best talent shows out there and a lot of the reason for this is because the judging panel works there's no bitching and all of the judges are very likeable and they have been in the business long enough to know what they are talking about. A talent show should be about just that finding new talent not which judge is going to bring in the most ratings.

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    Lulu

    Still believe that Rand is a suitable judge in terms of : Good criticisms to motivate competitors.Being honest not buyers.To have passion. Without Randy American Idiols = American Idiots

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    soraya

    i hop they choose nick jonas.i lv that guy even though i knw nothing about his music career.wel u knw wht dey sy LOVE Is BLIND.