American Idol – Entertainably

Nicki Minaj Confirms American Idol Exit

May 30, 2013Gossip Cop

Truth rating: 10

7:30 pm, May 30th, 2013

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Nicki Minaj is confirming that she, too, is leaving “American Idol,” just hours after former colleague Mariah Carey did the same.

“Thank you American Idol for a life changing experience! Wouldn’t trade it for the world!” the rapper tweeted on Thursday evening.

She added, “Time to focus on the Music!!! Mmmuuuaahhh!!!”

FOX confirmed Minaj’s departure in a statement, saying, “Nicki Minaj is a superstar who brought a level of honesty and passion to ‘American Idol’ and who had a tremendous positive impact on so many contestants this season. Given her extremely busy career, we understand and respect her decision and wish her the best.”

Minaj and Carey’s widely-speculated exits come two weeks after the show’s season finale, and after veteran judge Randy Jackson announced he won’t be returning for the next season.

Keith Urban isn’t expected to return, either, and some reports have said Jennifer Hudson could fill one of the vacant slots.

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Jennifer Hudson in Talks to Join American Idol as Judge: Reports

May 23, 2013Gossip Cop

American Idol Jennifer Hudson

8:51 pm, May 23rd, 2013

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Jennifer Hudson may be returning to “American Idol” — as a judge.

The Oscar and Grammy winner — who was shockingly voted off in seventh place during season 3 — is reportedly in talks to join the music competition for its next season.

Hudson has already received an offer from the show’s producers, according to Vulture and The Wrap.

FOX is said to be revamping the show for its 13th year, including its judges panel.

Randy Jackson has already announced his exit, and Nicki Minaj, Mariah Carey, and Keith Panel are not expected to return, either.

Hudson would be the first alum of the series to serve as a judge.

Earlier reports also floated season 1 winner Kelly Clarkson and season 8 runner-up Adam Lambert as possible judges, but both stars have since distanced themselves from the claims.

Gossip Cop has reached out to a rep for Hudson, but has yet to hear back.

FOX had no comment.

Would you like to see Hudson — or other “Idol” alumni — as a judge?

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