'American Idol' Fans Mixed About Ellen DeGeneres Joining Show

Some cite her lackluster 'So You Think You Can Dance' stint as bad sign.By Gil Kaufman Ellen DeGeneres Photo: Jordan Strauss/ WireImage Chances are good that hardcore "American Idol" watchers wouldn't be satisfied with anyone producers signed up to replace beloved original panelist Paula Abdul. But the announcement on Wednesday that comedian/talk show host Ellen DeGeneres — an avowed huge fan of the show — will be taking the fourth judge's seat for season nine brought at best a m...

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