Talk Show host Ellen DeGeneres joins "American Idol" as the judge who replaces dippy Paula Abdul, who left earlier this year after demanding more money. DeGeneres will not begin her 5 year stint as the newest panel member until after the show has begun this season.
Meanwhile, the "on the road" judge spot will be filled with celebrity guests like Shania Twain, Jonas Brothers, and Mariah Carey.
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