UPDATE: Here’s something concrete: The NYT reports that Nigel’s deal is sealed, and the announce will be made on Wednesday. Read it HERE. EW says it could be as early as today.
Rupurt Murdoch tells the Hollywood Reporter that announcements on who will sit at the judges panel will be made very soon.
Access Hollywood reports Nigel Lythgoe signed a 2-year deal. Read it HERE.
More in today’s Idol Rumor post HERE.
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TV 101: How ‘American Idol’ Screwed Up The Judge Search
Sometime in the far future, after the zombie apocalypse and the Seldon-predicted collapse of the empire, historians will look back at this period and try to puzzle out just who Simon Cowell was. A king? A sentient robot? A god?
It’ll be hard for them to understand — did a British guy in a nipple-hugging sweater really have more ink written about him than Lady Gaga and Lindsey Lohan combined?
Read more at TV Squad
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American Idol’s Siobhan Magnus shows singing isn’t her only talent
Siobhan Magnus was, if we’re being very honest, the only remotely interesting thing about American Idol 9’s top 10.
She gave us interesting twists on familiar songs. She dressed like a star. She was quirky, intelligent and often seemed to be in her own world — and it was fun to watch.
Plus, those high notes. Those gorgeous, guttural screams that polarized viewers but were nothing short of supernatural. In short, Magnus was the closest thing this season to series standout Adam Lambert.
Read more at Chron.com
Lee DeWyze, other stars hope to be ‘Teen Choice’
“It’s the first thing I have been nominated for outside of ‘Idol, ‘ ” DeWyze says. “It’s cool to be involved in, and nominated.”
No stranger to the importance of fans voting, he adds, “I want to thank anyone who has voted for me and tell the fans I appreciate your support, and hopefully I will win this thing.”
Read more at Zap2it
Superstars Take the Stage as Tim McGraw Hosts ‘CMA Music Festival: Country’s Night to Rock ‘ Wednesday, September 1, on the ABC Television Network
NASHVILLE, Tenn., Aug. 4 /PRNewswire/ — Summer gets even hotter when “CMA Music Festival: Country’s Night to Rock” airs Wednesday, Sept. 1 (8:00-11:00 PM/ET) on the ABC Television Network. Singer, songwriter, actor, and 11-time CMA Award winner Tim McGraw serves as host for the annual celebration of America’s music.
The special features performances by Jason Aldean, Billy Currington, Alan Jackson, Kid Rock, Lady Antebellum, Miranda Lambert, Martina McBride, Reba McEntire, McGraw, Justin Moore, Brad Paisley, Kellie Pickler, Rascal Flatts, Darius Rucker, Blake Shelton with Trace Adkins, Josh Turner, Carrie Underwood, Keith Urban, and Zac Brown Band filmed in front of a sold-out audience in June during CMA Music Festival in Nashville at LP Field, home of the NFL’s Tennessee Titans.
Read more at PR Newswire
David Archuleta Goes Gifting
He’s always wearing an ear-to-ear grin, and David Archuleta was spotted showing off that adorable smile at the Gifting Services Gifting Suite in Los Angeles, CA on Tuesday (August 3).
The “American Idol” runner-up looked cute in jeans and a t-shirt as he meandered down the red carpet, and stopped to pose for some promo shots while holding some Shape-Ups.
In other news, it was recently announced that Mr Archuleta’s upcoming album “The Other Side of Down” has gotten its release date pushed back.
See the photos at Celebrity-net
WE ARE THE FALLEN Interviewed By POPYOULARITY
Popyoularity recently conducted an interview with guitarist John LeCompt, drummer Rocky Gray and vocalist Carly Smithson of WE ARE THE FALLEN. You can now listen to the chat in two parts below.
Professionally filmed video footage of WE ARE THE FALLEN’s June 2010 performance at the Rock Am Ring festival in Nürburgring, Germany can be viewed below (courtesy of Dasding).
Watch the Videos at Blabbermouth.net
Exclusive ‘Glee’ Video: Cast teases ‘Heartbreaking’ Premiere
What could be better than one Glee interview from Fox’s press-tour party? Try FOUR Glee interviews from Fox’s press tour party. Here’s a taste of what you’ll find in the following four-part Q&A:
Watch the videos at Entertainment Weekly
Exclusive Video: Glee Fans, Get Ready to Squeal!
So. Much. Goodness.
That’s all that can be said about the Fox TCA party last night, which was packed with our favorite Glee stars! And guess what? They were hilarious and full of scoop!
Here’s what’s gonna make you squeal:
See the Video at EOnline
Glee Creator Ryan Murphy Developing a Musical Series for Pal Kristin Chenoweth
Another day, another fountain of news spurting out of TCA. Yesterday, Glee creator Ryan Murphy announced to journalists that he was developing a half-hour musical comedy series for his dear friend Kristin Chenoweth. Though the Emmy-winning actress did guest on Glee, the new show would not be a spin-off, but rather a brand new series that would showcase Chenoweth’s unique talent. “I’ve always wanted to do something for Kristin, ” Murphy was quoted as saying. “Kristin is a good, close friend of mine obviously, so I’m writing a half-hour musical comedy specifically for Kristin because if you can sing like that, I want her to be the star of her own show where she sings. I can’t say too much about it yet. Kristin is so funny. I want it to be adult.” The project is in its nascent stages, but EW can confirm that Chenoweth is indeed in negotiations to star.
Read more at Entertainment Weekly
Ellen on California Gay Marriage Ruling — ‘Equality Won’
Moments ago, a federal judge overturned California’s ban on same-sex marriages — and just seconds after the news broke, Ellen DeGeneres was already celebrating … via Twitter.
Ellen just posted the message, “This just in: Equality Won!”
And she isn’t the only star excited about the ruling … Kelly Osbourne just posted, “So happy over the news on prop8 its about time!”
Read more at TMZ.com
