Mariah Carey Joins 'American Idol': Will She Save the Show?

by SodaHead Celebs Posted 2012/07/24 13:00:00

Related Topics: Mariah Carey, American Idol, Judge, Randy Jackson

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Mariah is on fire ... at least as far as "American Idol" is concerned. The pop diva will join "Idol" as a judge next season, Fox announced Monday. Wait for the :15 mark in the video below to see what Mariah had to say on Twitter!

"I am so excited to be joining ‘Idol,'" said Carey, addressing the Television Critics Association, according to The Associated Press. "I can’t wait to get started in the fall ... and I will see you in January." Jennifer Lopez and Steven Tyler recently announced that they would not be returning for season 12, leaving two judge spots open.

Jennifer Lopez and Steven Tyler recently announced that they would not be returning for season 12, leaving two judge spots open. The departures come as "Idol" is struggling a bit: While it was still the top-rated entertainment show last season, the finale was the least-watched ever, and young adult viewers seem to be departing in favor of newer shows like "the Voice."

So who will fill the other two spots? It's still not clear if Randy Jackson is returning (we think he will). As for the other "new" spot, Fox entertainment chief Kevin Reilly said it could be star or someone like music executive and "Idol" mentor Jimmy Iovine, according to the AP. Mariah will reportedly earn at least $15 million a season. Can she save the show?

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De-Dee 2012/07/24 17:27:16

No

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I like Mariah but...when is this show gonna end? I couldn't even tell you who the last few winners were. And the only winners that I hear about are Carrie Underwood, Keli Clarkson and Daughtry..but he didn't even win! lol
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KeriLynn 2012/08/08 15:22:26

No

The show did have a good run, but maybe it's time to let the show die already. I didn't like the show when it first came and well I still don't like it.

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Royo 2012/07/28 22:46:46

No

The show is far away from being saved. If you are a white male that can play a guitar, you win.

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Bunny 2012/07/28 12:53:12

No

Its time to go no matter whos on it

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Dave 007 2012/07/28 12:32:07

No

She can't save a sinking ship. And I can't believe how much they are paying her. She's not worth it.

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Tennessee3501 2012/07/27 18:41:51

Yes

She is a good choice. The third judge will be crucial. There must be good chemistry between the judges.

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Angel* 2012/07/27 08:11:42

Yes

I think for attest this yr.

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Saye Saye 2012/07/26 23:03:34

No

AI has run it's course. The past multiple year winners have not done diddy squat on the charts nor concerts. Not even Randy nor Ryan can save it.

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sokoyah 2012/07/26 19:05:57

Yes

i think she could be the life line for the show

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MrsB 2012/07/26 15:24:11

No

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No offense to Mariah Carey, but have you seen her talk? She's so quiet and kinda flighty ... I see another Paula Abdul type situation ...

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Valerie© 2012/07/26 13:43:58

No

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Nothing could save that show. Take it off the air already.

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Texasjuice 2012/07/26 13:20:23

No

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I hope not, I am sick of talent shows on TV.

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Akki 2012/07/26 09:10:00

No

I don't think so!!

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DebraJMSmith 2012/07/26 06:20:09

No

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Is that show still on the air?

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Somkey the Hores 2012/07/26 06:19:42

No

No.

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beach bum 2012/07/26 06:01:43

Yes

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The Doctor's Rose♥ 2012/07/26 05:42:30

No

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There's so many singing competitions on TV now.. AI is just gonna have to complete with them yet again.... As much as I love AI, I think it's done it's time. I mean it's been on for 10 years. That's a pretty good run.

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Treasure ♥ijm♥ 2012/07/26 04:00:38

No

I really don't care for her... I am disappointed that she was chosen. I love this show.

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Tasinahri 2012/07/26 03:58:53

No

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The show was pretty much done when Paula and Simon quit.

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Raphy 2012/07/26 03:45:25

Yes

She's the first real female singer they have had judging talent. Even though I am tired of American Idol.......

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Michelle 2012/07/26 02:38:35

No

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This show is dying and even if Matiah is a harsh but honest critic (what this show was lacking since Simon left), it'll only be enough life-support to keep it in existence. It will never be saved, and never be what it once was.

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Rock 2012/07/26 02:29:16

No

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She's not very articulate when she speaks...I see more people turning off the tv than turning it on.

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~Pro-Fetus Anti-Liberal Ant... 2012/07/26 01:56:16

No

Ew, yuck. You want to save idol? Chang the name to X-Factor and put Simon Cowell on the panel... wait a minute... ;)

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☆FritzW☆ 2012/07/26 00:47:33

No

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I think Idol has run it's course and agree with some of the doomsayers that predicct next year will be a tough one for Idol ratings. I don't think Mariah is going to make that big of a difference.

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cass 2012/07/26 00:46:35

Yes

Give her Chance People...

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Dave 007 to cass 2012/07/28 12:38:30

Why? She doesn't care how she does. She's getting the big pay check regardless. Get someone for a lot less who will try to earn a bigger pay check.

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LunarRain 2012/07/25 23:46:05

No

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I think she'll make it worse.

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rightside 2012/07/25 22:40:51

No

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Idol was big, but now there are so many copy cat shows that its no longer unique. I'm not sure they will every get the ratings they used to enjoy, but I don't see any star saving them back to the original.
I miss someone like Simon to tell the truth and not keep saying "I'm so sorry you can't sing". We need someone to just say, "why did you waste my time".

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Adam Dodge 2012/07/25 22:11:29

No

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I have a vision of flub, and I believe that Mariah Carey and American Idol DON'T belong together.

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Chuck 2012/07/25 21:45:55

No

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Honesty, and sincerity ONLY will save the show. The constant changing of judges is not that bad, but getting GOOD judges seems to be a problem. Degeneris was NOT good for the show, NOR is Steve. Mariah Carey I think will be pretty good, and Jackson is always good, but that third Judge has got to be excellent. Someone like . .Simon Cowell? Yes of course he was the best and the most honest of all judges so far.

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NakedRei 2012/07/25 21:37:49

No

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Nothing can save this craphole of a show.

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Boo 2012/07/25 21:15:31

No

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Over my lifetime I have noted that the networks decide what shows will reamain on the air, and what shows will get axed, supposedly based on ratings. If the network decides to get rid of American Idol, it will be gone, regardless of what anybody else thinks. Historically they have cut the very best programs and left the trash on the air.

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D S 2012/07/25 21:12:22

No

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Lets hope not.

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ZB 2012/07/25 21:07:50

No

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Maybe it will die for good? I can only hope.

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Angus 2012/07/25 20:47:35 (edited)

No

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Another has been joins the judges. Time to X the show once and for all.

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abubincrazy 2012/07/25 20:44:23

No

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I sincerely hope not.

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Lil Stacey 2012/07/25 20:06:07

Yes

Give her a chance

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Gia 2012/07/25 20:02:00

No

Not unless they just tune in to see how girly silly she is.

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antonio.beardall 2012/07/25 19:44:30

No

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that show should be retooled into a soap opera instead of a singing competition

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Torchy 2012/07/25 19:30:26

No

She has more credibility than J.Lo -- but I still won't be watching. On the excitement scale, it's right up there with watching paint dry.

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pops 2012/07/25 19:19:19

No

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Their just beating a dead horse.

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