Rocker Steven Tyler announced Thursday that he is stepping down from the ‘American Idol’ judging panel after two seasons.
The legendary frontman said, “After some long hard thoughts I’ve decided it’s time for me to let go of my mistress ‘American Idol’ before she boils my rabbit. I strayed from my first love Aerosmith, and I’m back.”
FOX president Mike Darnell confirmed the news, “He’s been a terrific judge, a true friend and great mentor to everyone involved with the show, and we know he’ll continue to be a huge inspiration to ‘Idol’ hopefuls for years to come.”
“We are very sad that Steven has chosen to focus more on his music, but we always knew when we hired a rock n roll legend, he would go back to the music. We all wish him all the best and would love to have him back on the show anytime.”
Sounds like the hot and heavy rumors suggesting that Adam Lambert is on the ‘Idol’ judges short list just might be the real deal after all.
We would be remiss if we didn’t acknowledge that Charlie Sheen and Jerry Lewis are two other names that have been tossed around quite liberally by Nigel Lythgoe.
Stay tuned …
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