Just moments after Mariah Carey announced she would not be returning for a second season of American Idol, Nicki Minaj has announced she too is leaving, and will be focusing on her music. When stopping by Hot 97 earlier this week, the YMCMB raptress revealed she’s gearing up to work on album number 3, and it will be completely hip-hop, much like her mixtape days. Can’t wait to hear her new stuff!
Are The Judges on American Idol Upstaging The Competition???
American Idol is not having the same affect it had on the masses years ago, it seems that the drama between the judges might be over shadowing what the show is actually suppose to be about which is about America finding a talented individual. Read more on what might happen to the once popular show.
‘American Idol’ Not Renewing ANY Contracts?!?
It really is the end of an era; FOX has decided to start fresh and not renew any contracts for judges. The energy just wasn’t right with Nicki Minaj, Mariah Carey, Randy Jackson and Keith Urban. Besides the constant drama between Nicki and Mariah, people were not feeling Keith Urban. And Randy Jackson will be Randy Jackson, which is what he was for too many season. Nigel Lythgoe says he has a Dream Team team in mind. Guess who’s on his list? Find out after the jump.
Randy Jackson Announces He’s Leaving American Idol
Whoa! Seems like the rumors are going to turn out to be true! Reports have been surfacing that American Idol plans to replace the ENTIRE cast of judges next season, including AI vet, Randy Jackson. Moments ago, the dawg announced he will not be returning…so it seems like it’s just a matter of time before Mariah, Nicki and Keith do the same! Check out his statement on his departure below. This will definitely change the show dramatically!
(Photos) Nicki Minaj Not Returning To ‘American Idol’???
Everyone at this point knows about the beef between Nicki Minaj and Mariah Carey and some of the crazy criticism she gives to the contestants may just end this season. A source close to the show has revealed “The chances of Nicki returning to the show next season are slim to none, she is such a major headache with her behavior and it’s really taxing on many people with the crew. So her behavior is wearing thin on many people this season.” We thought the attitude would bring ratings but apparently not! Check out Nicki pics in the gallery.
