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American Idol Snap Judgments: Pop and Buzz Pick the Top 12

BuzzSugar — Thu, 14 Feb 2008 15:30:21 -0800

American Idol announced its top 24 last night, and that can only mean one thing: It's time for irrational predictions! Last year, Pop and I faced off with our snap judgments about which of the 24 semi-finalists would make it to the finals, and we had so much fun taunting each other about it that we decided to do it again this time around.

This year's a little tricky because we've hardly seen half of these guys, and a few of the girls haven't had much screen time, either. But no matter - that's what gut feelings are for, right? To see which guys and girls we each think will make it through, just push play:

For our full lists plus pictures of all the contestants, just read more.

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The Guys
Chikezie Eze - Buzz & Pop
Colton Berry - Neither
Danny Noriega - Buzz & Pop
David Archuleta - Buzz & Pop
David Cook - Neither
David Hernandez - Pop
Garrett Haley - Neither
Jason Castro - Buzz
Jason Yeager - Neither
Luke Menard - Neither
Michael Johns - Buzz & Pop
Robbie Carrico - Buzz & Pop

The Ladies
Alaina Whitaker - Neither
Alexandrea “Alex” Lushington - Buzz
Amanda L. Overmyer - Buzz
Amy Davis - Neither
Asia'H Epperson - Buzz
Brooke White - Buzz & Pop
Carly Smithson - Buzz & Pop
Joanne Borgella - Pop
Kady Malloy - Pop
Kristy Lee Cook - Neither
Ramiele Malubay - Buzz & Pop
Syesha Mercado - Pop

Photo courtesy of Fox

Live Chat Tonight During American Idol!

PopSugar — Tue, 24 Apr 2007 18:46:04 -0700

Join us for our weekly American Idol Live chat!!! Just click here at 8pm PST to dish on the Idol Gives Back show where the final 6 contestants will sing “life anthem” tunes. Fun times!!!

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American Idol Live Chat Tonight

PopSugar — Tue, 01 May 2007 19:57:23 -0700

It's our favorite day of the week. First we had 80's trivia and now we have live chat during American Idol!!! Last week AI was sweet and kept all 6 contestants in the running but this week 2 will be booted off. It's Jon Bon Jovi night!!! Just click here at 8pm to join in on the fun!

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Are You Excited to See Ellen on American Idol?

PopSugar — Thu, 10 Sep 2009 12:00:00 -0700

Ellen DeGeneres announced yesterday that she will be replacing Paula Abdul as the fourth American Idol judge, and this morning she called in to Ryan Seacrest's radio show to chat about her new job. She opened up about why she thinks she's qualified to judge the singers, said she'll be friendly to the contestants, and also expressed her hope that Paula is OK with how everything turned out. It sounds like Ellen's ready to take on Paula's role as the "nice judge," so tell us - are you excited to see Ellen on Idol?

Paula Abdul Confirms She's Leaving Idol - Are You Sad?

Molly — Tue, 04 Aug 2009 21:10:43 -0700

Tonight, Paula Abdul announced on her Twitter page that she is not returning to American Idol. Now, Fox has issued a statement saying, "Paula Abdul has been an important part of the 'American Idol' family over the last eight seasons and we are saddened that she has decided not to return to the show. While Paula will not be continuing with us, she's a tremendous talent and we wish her the best." There have been a lot of rumors about this over the past few weeks, but we always thought they'd figure out a deal. So tell us - are you sad Paula is leaving American Idol?

Morning Links - Paula Sends Her Well Wishes to Ellen

PopSugar — Fri, 11 Sep 2009 09:30:56 -0700

Paula Abdul wishes Ellen DeGeneres the best of luck on American Idol - Wonderwall
Maura Tierney pulls out of her TV show for breast cancer treatment - BuzzSugar
Oprah talks about her upcoming Whitney Houston interview - I'm Not Obsessed
A teary Jermaine Jackson postpones MJ's tribute concert - Lifeline Live
A bruised Tila Tequila steps out - TMZ
Is Jennifer Garner upset with Ben Affleck for flirting with Blake Lively? - Celebitchy
NBC denies firing Casey Wilson because of her weight - Popeater
Alec Baldwin uses a back double on 30 Rock when he's visiting his daughter or watching tennis - Fox411

Ellen Permanently Replaces Paula on Idol!

PopSugarTV — Thu, 10 Sep 2009 11:49:33 -0700

Ellen DeGeneres spoke candidly about the fourth judging position on American Idol just a few months ago, and now she's scored the seat! That story, plus Nicole Richie and Katherine Heigl's baby news coming up on today's PopSugar Rush!

Ellen Replaces Paula On American Idol, But Worries About Too Much Talking!

Molly — Thu, 10 Sep 2009 11:15:00 -0700

The big news broke last night that Ellen DeGeneres will be replacing Paula Abdul as the fourth judge on American Idol! The talk show host apparently signed a five year contract, but check out what she had to say to Simon Cowell earlier this year about the four-judge system. Ellen is an avid fan of the show, but we'll see whether the Paula fans can learn to love Ellen, too. Check out the PopSugar Rush Update now!

Who Would You Most Like to See Guest Judge American Idol?

PopSugar — Mon, 17 Aug 2009 12:00:00 -0700

American Idol auditions are underway and while we've already seen Victoria Beckham step in as a guest judge in two locations, the producers are looking to fill Paula's shoes with a series of female pop stars. Today Joe Simpson shot down rumors that Jessica was angling for a spot, but it got us thinking about some other ladies we'd like to see in the empty seat. Katy Perry is signed up with promises of more to come but tell us - who would you like to see on American Idol?

Could a Non-American Ever Win American Idol?

PopSugarUK — Thu, 29 May 2008 23:00:00 -0700

American Idol's Carly Smithson looked happy to be returning to the mother country as she arrived in Dublin with her husband yesterday. I thought Carly and Australian Michael Johns were great contestants and possible Idol winners, but Carly got voted out mid-way through and Michael didn't even make the top seven. I'm not sure a non-American could ever be voted the winner, but I want to know what you think. So tell me: could a non-American ever win American Idol?

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