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Sources say that producer Nigel Lythgoe is indeed returning to the show he helped create, and that opens the door to speculation about new judges — or a certain one who might return.

Ellen DeGeneres is dancing off "American Idol" after one season and Jennifer Lopez is poised to step in.

Ellen DeGeneres is leaving Fox's hit show after one season, opening two vacancies on its judging panel

Her boots are made for...judging? Reality TV staple and singer Jessica Simpson has met with "American Idol" producers about joining the show's judging panel, a source close to the show tells EW, confirming a report on TMZ Wednesday afternoon.

The 10th season of "American Idol" is under way in Nashville, and despite the long lines and big dreams of wannabe contestants, there's no denying that something's missing.

Crystal Bowersox set the Twitter-verse abuzz recently when she posted a picture of her smile, showing off brand new pearly whites.

"American Idol" host Ryan Seacrest reports on his Twitter account that Milwaukee would be one of the cities that will host an audition for the 10th season of the show.

Hitfix has confirmed that “American Idol” winner Lee DeWyze and runner up Crystal Bowersox have already secured record deals.

The news caught many industry veteranos and more than a few critics who derided DeGeneres ascension to the Idol panel by surprise.

Wednesday's finale of "American Idol" handily beat the ratings competition but the audience of 24.2 million was about 15% smaller than last year's.