Say what you want to about the TV show American Idol. While it’s seen better days, ratings-wise, and is no longer the force it once was, it’s still the most popular show on TV, a pop-culture staple, and it’s still bringing in millions of dollars for Fox. Say what you want to about Jennifer Lopez. While she’s seen better days, record sales and movie popularity-wise, and is no longer the force she once was, she’s still a popular figure and she’s still bringing in millions of dollars for herself. Could J.Lo be joining American Idol?
Now, I’m not a fan of karaoke, so I’m not a fan of watching other people do it on TV, even if they are great singers. However, one thing I can say is that J.Lo would be a much better judge for the program than Ellen DeGeneres ever was. I like Ellen, don’t get me wrong, but she doesn’t know anything about singing and dancing. Performing in front of large audiences yes, but she’s just too nice. You get the feeling J.Lo could easily become Girl Simon Cowell and make the show infinitely more interesting.
Plus, with her dancing career, millions of sold records, and movie/TV fame, she’ll add buzz to a weakening show, add buzz to her own brand, and perhaps have something useful to tell the competitors on the show! Crazier things have happened, especially to a Fly Girl from the Bronx who went on to date Ben Affleck.
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