Topix — Jenny from the block may be taking Ellen's spot. The multifaceted Lopez, who has been a chart-topping solo artist and actress, has previous experience with "Idol," having served as a mentor on Latin night back in the show's sixth season. more info

MTV.com News — On the heels of news that Ellen DeGeneres is leaving, 'Idol rumors fly.By Gil Kaufman Kara DioGuardi Photo: Frederick M. Brown/ Getty Images The revolving door on the "American Idol" judges' table may be starting to spin out of control. On ... more info

Big Apple Music Scene — We called it! Ellen DeGeneres is leaving American Idol because it wasn’t “the right fit.” Does that mean Jessica Simpson’s in? (People) Scratch that! Word is Jennifer Lopez has signed on to replace Ellen on the judges’ panel. (Deadline) Oh ... more info

Idolator — Did You Hear? :: Following Ellen’s surprise departure, rumors are swirling that Jennifer Lopez will become a full-time judge on American Idol. Aerosmith’s Steven Tyler has also reportedly been approached to join the show. Actually, instead of bec... more info

TMZ — Filed under: Steven Tyler, Ellen DeGeneres, Kara DioGuardi, Jennifer Lopez, American Idol, Fox Hours after a judging spot opened up on " American Idol " last night --  Steven Tyler was already in Ho... more info

Detroit Free Press — NEW YORK -- Former "Fly Girl" Jennifer Lopez is poised to return to television - this time as a judge on "American Idol." more info

Mjsbigblog — This story is developing… According TMZ, Kara DioGuardi has “left the building”. The only way she could get a “reprieve” is if the Jennifer Lopez deal “falls apart” but according to TMZ sources “it’s a done deal.�... more info

MTV.com News — 'The show will be fine,' season nine winner Lee DeWyze tweeted.By Kara Warner Lee DeWyze Photo: Jeff Kravitz/ Getty Images Reaction to Ellen DeGeneres' announcement that she was was swift, with fans and bloggers eager to express their thoug... more info

MTV.com News — Gossip blogger calls Simpson 'insightful and funny.'By Jocelyn Vena, with reporting by Damian Vaca Photo: Ray Tamarra/ Getty Images With Ellen DeGeneres no longer on "American Idol" and the fate of Kara DioGuardi still up in the air, at this... more info

Pop Crunch — Ellen Degeneres has quit her role as a judge on American Idol – less than a year after she was drafted in to replace Paula Abdul. Is Jennifer Lopez poised to step?A person familiar with negotiations for Lopez squealed on Thursday that the songstres... more info