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“American Idol” Judges—-Staying or Going

Simon Cowell is flapping his lips again. This time the sardonic “American Idol” judge is yapping about his last days on the show that made him a household name. According to reports, Cowell has vowed to quit as judge on “American Idol” if the hit show slips from the top spot in the TV ratings. The singing show regularly draws about 22 million viewers per episode in the United States, and has been No.1 in the Nielsen ratings for the last few years. However, the acerbic Brit is adamant that if the program ever dips in the ratings, he will … Continue reading →

Pop Culture Potpourri: “Sex and the City” Sequel and a Split That Works

Hit me baby one more time. It’s semi-official: The girls from “Sex and the City” will be reuniting on the big screen yet again. At least according to Kim Cattrall. The actress who played Samantha in the HBO series and this year’s mega-successful “Sex and the City: The Movie,” confirmed to British news reporters that a sequel is in the works. The 52-year-old actress revealed that she is “thrilled” to be giving the fans what they want. “The fans keep saying, ‘Yes, one more,’” Cattrall told reporters. “The movie was so much fun to do and be part of again.” … Continue reading →

The End of a Relationship and a Long Running Series

After rumors of infidelity, the long time relationship between American Idol’s Simon Cowell and television reporter Terri Seymour is over. His rep Max Clifford confirmed the two have separated. He said, “Terri phoned Simon and finished it in September, about six weeks ago” but added the two would remain “close friends.” Isn’t that the way it always is? I mean, you never hear a rep say a couple has broken up and vow never to speak to each other again, do you? What caused the split between the two, who had been dating for six years? Friends are saying that … Continue reading →

Jennifer Hudson Receives Support from Friends

Jennifer Hudson has just gone through a horrifying experience that few of us can even come close to personally relate to. After having to identify the bodies of her mother and brother, who were murdered on Friday, she got the news today that her young nephew is dead as well. All this comes at a time when the Oscar winning actress should be having fun planning her wedding. But, if there is any thing positive to come from this, it is the support that Jennifer has received from friends and colleagues. Hudson, who appeared on season three of American Idol, … Continue reading →

American Idol News: Ruben to Marry, Cowell’s Creepy Gift, and David C. is Hot!

Velvet Teddy Bear Ruben Studdard made many a woman swoon on his way to winning the second season of “American Idol” with his smooth voice. But, he may be turning into a one woman man soon. Studdard and fiancé Surata Zuri McCants showed up at the Shelby County Probate Office in Birmingham yesterday and received a marriage license, which is good for 30 days. An eyewitness said the pair looked “really happy.” So far, there has been no word on when the couple plans to marry. Always controversial, Simon Cowell spiced up Randy Jackson’s 52nd birthday with a special gift … Continue reading →

Celebrities Getting the Royal Treatment—Simon Cowell and Britney Spears

SIMON COWELL Most ousted “American Idol” contestants would be thrilled to see music mogul Simon Cowell get the royal boot from his high horse, but it doesn’t appear as though that will be happening anytime soon. In fact, the cocky Brit is actually getting the royal treatment in his homeland. According to British newspapers, Cowell has just been awarded a privilege typically reserved for members of the royal family and eminent politicians – he can now park his car wherever he wants to. The paper is reporting that the “Britain’s Got Talent” judge made a fuss about parking restrictions in … Continue reading →

Kristy Lee’s Secret and a Deadliest Controversy?

After being a bottom vote getter for four of the last six weeks, Kristy Lee Cook was finally eliminated from “American Idol” last week, despite getting praise from the week’s mentor Mariah Carey. The country singer, who sold her horse to buy a ticket to the auditions, was sad to leave, but there is a little something keeping her upbeat. Kristy Lee could finally disclose to the press that her boyfriend Andy proposed to her in her Idol apartment on March 15. He proposed again last Wednesday night on the set of Idol, dropping to his knee this time. No … Continue reading →

Karina Hooking Up with Another Mario and When Idol Parents Attack

Michele blogged earlier about Karina, Mario, and Mario, but is Karina trying to take one Mario out of the equation? It must be all the sexy dancing or something because romance rumors seem to swirl around the “Dancing with the Stars” set and this week is no exception. There are rumors now that Karina Smirnoff might be trading in Mario Lopez for her current partner, R&B singer Mario. Karina and Mario Lopez have been a couple every since Mario finished in second place on Season 3. But the New York Post is reporting that in February, Karina and singer Mario … Continue reading →

“American Idol” News: Kids Nearly Drown While Mom Watches Show and Simon the Metrosexual

Avid fan or not most people know that “American Idol” is a cult phenomenon. Unfortunately, the addiction one die-hard fan has to the singing contest nearly cost her daughter her life. According to news reports, a 25-year-old mother of five “accidentally” left two of her young children alone in the bathtub while she was watching “American Idol.” The Indianapolis mom says she got caught up watching the contestants strut their stuff and as a result one of her children nearly drowned. According to a police report, the “Idol” fan placed her 3-year-old and 1-year-old in the tub and went to … Continue reading →

Survivor China: Say It Ain’t So Denise!

I don’t know how many of you watched the Survivor China finale the other night. There were four remaining Survivors – Denise (the lunch lady), Courtney (the waifish waitress), Todd (the schemer), and Amanda (the beauty queen). The field needed to be whittled down to the final three. Denise knew she was on the outside, but Amanda assured her she would not write her name on the ballot to eliminate her. I mean she said, “I will guarantee you I will not vote for you tonight.” Denise, one of the older competitors on the show, was a fan favorite. Well, … Continue reading →