Jennifer Lopez just announced … she will NOT be returning to “American Idol” next season. JLo called in to Ryan Seacrest this morning, saying, “I honestly feel like the time has come that I have to get back to doing the other things that I do.” She said, “Something has to give” … adding, “We […]

“American Idol” was Motown themed because nothing says “contemporary artist” like songs that were written half a century ago. That didn’t prevent the stars from showing up in droves. Look! There’s Jennifer Beals and Liv Tyler!

The producers of ‘American Idol’ “apologized,” it turns out, for Tyler’s hinting to a contestant with the last name of Muck that his name rhymed with a certain profane word. Some have interpreted the apology as satire aimed at those who complained about it last week.

“American Idol” begins its 10th season on Fox 8 tonight with a two-hour episode beginning at 8PM following the most changes in its history.