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It’s official! Jennifer Lopez has signed on to judge Season 13 of American Idol! Joining Jennifer at the judges table are Keith Urban and Harry Connick Jr. Randy Jackson will also return, but as a mentor.
In a statement, Fox entertainment chairman Kevin Reilly said: “American Idol has always been about discovering the next singing superstar, and next season our judging panel will deliver a most impressive combination of talent, wisdom and personality to do just that: Jennifer Lopez, the triple-threat global superstar who loves Idol and whom Idol fans love; Harry Connick Jr., a bona fide musical genius and fantastic Idol mentor whose honesty and expertise can help turn these hopefuls into stars; (and) Keith Urban, a multi-Grammy-winning artist who was such a positive force on the show last season.”
Jennifer’s prior seasons on the show were incredibly successful, so we hope for more of the same for Season 13!! The show starts filming today and will begin airing in January!
Here are the first official images of Season 13!!
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Here is a new image that was released today, though it is from Season 11:
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Jennifer called in to Ryan Seacrest’s radio show to share her excitement. Listen here:
What do you think, JLovers? Are you excited about her return to the show? Discuss with other fans on the forum!
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