E! Online — Shocked, surprised or simply confused about the latest in the bizarre Jackson family feud? Then take a break and hit play—Ken Baker's here to break down all the details and share some... more info

L.A. Times - Pop & Hiss — With the pop diva officially joining the aging competition, 'Idol' scores itself a wealth of credibilitySinger Mariah Carey finally validated weeks of rumors that she’d be joining Fox’s long-running "American Idol" talent competition show when... more info

The Newsroom — Mariah Carey is reported to pull in $18 million for her first year as a judge on American Idol, making her the highest paid judge in reality television history. more info

Kings of A&R — Now that Mariah Carey has officially joined American Idol has left the suites wondering if  she can resurrect the TV show that has faced competition from other talent shows along with the publics waning interest. They are counting on her resume whic... more info

ContactMusic — Since it was confirmed that Mariah Carey will be replacing Jennifer Lopez on American Idol this year the question on everyones lips is how much is she getting paid There were rumours flying around that Lopez was only threatening to leave in the hope ... more info

Perez Hilton — Make that money, gurl! Yesterday, we reported that Mariah Carey had OFFICIALLY signed on to judge American Idol for season twelve! While originally, there were different numbers being thrown around about her new Idol salary, most recent reports are s... more info

Mjsbigblog — Season 11 Contestants Discuss ‘American Idol’ Judge Shakeups – Ninth-place jokester Heejun Han, however, had some worries about Mimi. “I think Mariah Carey could be a great judge, but my problem with her is since her skill is too much, more ... more info

People.com — The freshly minted judge's contract also includes an option to renew, a source tells PEOPLE more info

Big Apple Music Scene — Jennifer Lopez is arguably one of the biggest divas to ever grace the pages of blind items and gossip columns, and you’re telling me she’s being replaced on American Idol with THE diva of all divas, Ms. Mariah Carey? The Glitter Goddess who gav... more info

ContactMusic — Mariah Carey has been confirmed as one of the new judges for American Idol the new series getting under way next year Speaking on the phone in front of a slew of television critics gathered by Fox Carey said I am so excited to be joining Idol I wante... more info