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'Idol' at a crossroads: Next season to bring fresh judges, many changes

The 12th season of FOX's famed "American Idol" wrapped on Thursday night, and although the most recent "Idol" installment brought new judges, talented contestants and some twists, the next season of the show may see even more changes.The reality singing competition has endured a perpetual ratings decline in recent years, hitting an all time low this season. So what's next for the once biggest show on television?New judgesAs first reported by TheWrap.com, the big-wigs behind "Idol" have decided to clear the slate and not bring back anyone from this year's panel – and it was confirmed that Randy Jackson, a veteran from day one, would not be returning."Everyone is getting fired," a source connected to the show told FOX411's Pop Tarts column. "Although Mariah [Carey] insists she quit, she was always in trouble for not being critical enough and being too boring…Keith [Urban] is just a bore and with Randy is what like, whatever. Time for new energy."Nicki Minaj also won't be returning, our s...

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  1. Judge in Chicago sets date to rule on request for new trial in Jennifer Hudson family deaths

    A judge in Chicago says he'll decide next month on the request for a new trial for the man convicted of killing three members of Oscar winner Jennifer Hudson's famil...

  2. Jennifer Hudson's former brother in law convicted of murder

    Juror: 'This wasn't a case about Jennifer Hudson for us'

  3. Jennifer Hudson will sing tribute to Whitney Houston at Grammys

    Jennifer Hudson will pay tribute to the late Whitney Houston at Sunday's Grammy Awards , producers for the telecast announced late Saturday."We are all pretty devast...

  4. Prosecutors open with emotional Jennifer Hudson at trial for man accused of killing her family

    The trial of the man accused of killing Jennifer Hudson's family opened with the marquee witness, as prosecutors put the actress and singer on the stand Monday for e...

  5. Jurors begin deliberations in case of man accused of killing Jennifer Hudson's relatives

    After more than four hours of closing arguments, the murder trial for the man accused of killing three relatives of Oscar award winning actress Jennifer Hudson is no...

  6. Jennifer Hudson to sing with Sandy Hook chorus at Super Bowl

    Jennifer Hudson will join the chorus from Sandy Hook Elementary School to sing "America the Beautiful" before Sunday's Super Bowl game.NFL spokesman Brian McCarthy s...

  7. Rush jams into Rock and Roll Hall of Fame

    Rush fans can relax. The band is now officially in the Rock and Roll Hall of Fame.The Canadian rockers were welcomed into the musical fraternity at Thursday's 28th a...

  8. Rock Hall set to induct 2013 class at LA ceremony

    Christina Aguilera and Jennifer Hudson are among the singers set to pay tribute to this year's eclectic group of Rock and Roll Hall of Fame inductees.Aguilera and Hu...

  9. Library of Congress wins special Grammy Award

    The Library of Congress is being honored with a special Grammy Award in Washington for its work over the past decade to preserve historic audio recordings.The Record...

  10. Mother's Day on a budget

    Dorothy Cascerceri on how you can pamper your mom like a Hollywood A-lister for under $100

  11. Jennifer Hudson arrives at Chicago trial of man accused of killing her mother, brother, nephew

    A court official says Oscar-winner Jennifer Hudson has arrived at a Chicago courthouse for the start of the trial of a man accused of killing her mother, brother and...

  12. Jennifer Hudson opens up to Good Housekeeping about her 80 pound...

    Jennifer Hudson opens up to Good Housekeeping about her 80 pound weight loss and her family: On her former size: “Early on, I remember one of the musical directors telling me that everything about me was too big,” she says. “My voice, my size, and my personality.” Defiant, Hudson asked her, “Isn’t ...

  1. Randy Jackson says goodbye on 'Idol' 12th season finale, as winner revealed

    Longtime "American Idol" judge Randy Jackson bid farewell to the Fox talent competition during Thursday's 12th season finale, a showdown between vocal powerhouse Can...

  2. Candice Glover wins season 12 of 'American Idol'

    Third time the charm for 23-year-old contestant

  3. 'American Idol' Finale: Candice Glover Wins

    Candice Glover is the new "American Idol" winner.

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    Jennifer Hudson | FOX411 | Entertainment Blog | Fox News

  5. Scene & Herd: Where the stars were and what they were doing

    Kate Hudson, Gwyneth Paltrow, and Sarah Jessica Parker schmoozing while clinking glasses of Moet & Chandon.Simon Cowell picking up some "room cleansing" sprays and c...

  6. Sundance: Jennifer Hudson 'terrified' of taking on addict role

    Jennifer Hudson stepped out of her comfort zone in George Tillman Jr.'s new drama "The Inevitable Defeat of Mister and Pete," ditching the glitz and glamour of "Drea...

  7. Life sentence in Jennifer Hudson family killing

    The man convicted of gunning down the mother, brother and 7-year-old nephew of Academy Award-winning actress Jennifer Hudson was sentenced to life in prison Tuesday....

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