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Source: DeGeneres is new 'American Idol' judge

LOS ANGELES (AP) -- A person close to "American Idol" says Ellen DeGeneres is joining the show as a judge, taking Paula Abdul's place. Abdul, who announced she was quitting the hit singing contest amid a contract dispute, had been replaced by a succession of guest judges as "American Idol" started next season's auditions....

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00:31 on September 10 2009

Ellen DeGeneres becomes new 'American Idol' judge

L.A. Times - Entertainment — The talk show host takes her love of dance to America's biggest stage, replacing Paula Abdul on the Fox reality show. more info

Paula Abdul

00:46 on September 10 2009

Source: DeGeneres is new 'American Idol' judge

Associated Press — LOS ANGELES (AP) -- A person close to "American Idol" says Ellen DeGeneres is joining the show as a judge, taking Paula Abdul's place. Abdul, who announced she was qu... more info

Paula Abdul

01:20 on September 10 2009

Ellen DeGeneres Joins 'American Idol' As New Judge

VH1 News — Ellen DeGeneres has joined "American Idol" as a new judge. The announcement comes after Paula Abdul's abrupt exit from the show last month. more info

Paula Abdul