Harry Connick Jr. could be next American Idol judge

By Tribute on August 29, 2013 | 6 Comments


Harry Connick Jr., 45, may be filling the third judge’s seat for American Idol‘s 13th season, according to Deadline. Music producer Dr. Luke was close to sealing the deal before dropping out a few days ago due to the time-consuming schedule that the role required. Harry, who has guest mentored for the Fox TV singing competition in the past, is not the only known contender on the short list. According to the Hollywood Reporter, Justin Bieber‘s manager Scooter Braun is also in the running. Country singer Keith Urban, who joined the panel in season 12, is confirmed to return. Although Fox has yet to make an official announcement, Jennifer Lopez is reportedly returning as well. ~Alfonso Espina



Comments & Discussion

  1. Jo • August 29, 2013 @ 4:09 PM

    Might be okay….anything is a step up, rather an Empire State step up from Minaj…

  2. gbh999 • August 29, 2013 @ 4:10 PM

    Is anyone still watching this B.S.?

  3. dee56 • August 29, 2013 @ 7:51 PM

    My husband…. 😛

  4. Jo • August 30, 2013 @ 10:40 AM

    And me….tho I thank God for fast forwarding….

  5. Janet • August 30, 2013 @ 1:24 PM

    I watched it last year, only because of Keith Urban.

  6. Stacy • August 30, 2013 @ 5:31 PM

    I think Harry Connick Jr. would be a great addition to the judges panel on American Idol. I really enjoyed him as a mentor on the show. He is helpful to the contestants, straight forward without being really mean, he is funny, and he knows the business.


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