It was announced today that Mariah Carey has officially signed on to be at the judges table for the 12th season of American Idol. Last year's season for the reality show franchise saw the lowest ratings in their 11 season run.
Mariah Carey expressed, "I am so excited to be joining 'Idol'. This kind of all just happened really quickly. I can't wait to get started in the fall ... and I will see you in January."
Fox entertainment chief Kevin Reilly added that Mariah is "the biggest recording artist that any of these (talent) shows has ever had. She is the "artist that many of these contestants have tried to emulate, have tried some of the songs, have tried to hit the notes. Not being the only game in town now, we need to keep things fresh. The search is on for a third judge, and (we) promise another impressive pick. It could a star or someone like music executive and 'Idol' mentor Jimmy Iovine, who wasn't a household name when he joined. After 12 seasons we need to have something to talk about. We have the biggest names in the business, like Mariah Carey, interested in doing this ... so for the next couple of weeks it will be a matter of picking the right one, with the right chemistry, making the deal, and finalizing this."
Former judge Simon Cowell even weighed in on the news saying, "I'm happy for her, actually. I like Mariah. I think she's going to find it difficult to say no. You've got to say no to people and she's sweet. No, I think she'll be great."
Now talks are still in speculation that Jennifer Lopez isn't 100% out just yet, but how they the show support two divas? Let alone, Mariah Carey will be making about $18 million a year with option for renewal. With all the other talent competition shows, it seems like every year, you have to up the ante and get someone big to join. Look at what X-Factor did by hiring Britney Spears and Demi Lovato. I personally would definitely tune in now to watch Britney Spears AND Mariah Carey. So what's the future with the 3rd seat on the judges table up for grabs? I guess we just have to wait and see. Until then...
Tune in for season 12 of American Idol in January 2013!
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