Rumor has it that Howard Stern may replace Simon Cowell on American Idol. Simon Cowell told the world a few weeks ago that he’s retiring as curmudgeon judge on the talent competition in order to work full time on his British X-Factor show and develop other TV projects.
more Howard Stern after the hop…
While one would assume Cowell‘s replacement would most likely be another music veteran, all the rags are saying none other then famed shock jock Howard Stern has been tapped. Say what?
“It’s an enormous gamble. He certainly is a name. He certainly is not afraid to speak his mind. He would create a lot of controversy. If they’re looking to keep the show on the map, it’s not a bad idea,” says Marc Berman, the senior television editor at Mediaweek . “Stern is not exactly G-rated,” Berman points out. “Parents with young children might not let their kids watch. He’s going to say, ‘Screw it, I’m going to say whatever I want.’”
We’re not so sure. The original cast of Simon and Paula Abdul made sense — both were in the music industry afterall. But how can they rationalize two additions — Ellen DeGeneres included — who aren’t in the music industry?
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