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JamesG · 05-03-2013, 05:37 PM

Harry Connick, Jr. Confirms Talks to Join "American Idol" as Judge
May 3, 2013
by Rob Moynihan

As "American Idol's" 12th season winds down towards the May 16 finale, speculation is growing about another judging shakeup, and a serious contender has now entered the race.

Crooner Harry Connick, Jr. confirmed to reporters after Thursday's results show that he has been talking with producers about joining next year's panel.

"They wanted to know if I would be interested and it's a blast, but I don't know, it's hard to make a commitment like that," Connick said backstage.

The actor and performer, who will release a new album called Every Man Should Know on June 11, served as an opinionated mentor to the Top 4 contestants this week and even had a heated argument at the judge's table with Randy Jackson during Wednesday's live show.

"You need to be completely honest and diplomatic," Connick said of his judging method. "There's no reason to be mean, but it's called being a judge. You have to judge, that's what you do."

Connick previously mentored contestants during Season 9 and confirms he was also offered the role back then but declined because "it didn't work out, there were a lot of things going on on their side and my side."

But his connection to "Idol" goes all the way back to Season 1, where he was an audience member for Kelly Clarkson's victory. "I'm a big fan of the show, and Justin Guarini looked and waved at me!" he said with a laugh.

As for what monetary amount it would take him to sign on, Connick jokingly revealed "600 million dollars!"

http://www.tvguide.com/News/Harry-Co...l-1064909.aspx

JamesG · 08-31-2013, 03:11 PM

Harry Connick Jr. Lands Third "American Idol" Judge Spot (Exclusive)
8/30/2013
by Kim Masters, Sophie Schillaci

Harry Connick Jr. is returning to "American Idol", this time in the judge's seat.

The singer, who has appeared on the Fox reality competition multiple times as a mentor and performer, is joining alongside Keith Urban and Jennifer Lopez on the upcoming 13th season, a source close to the show tells The Hollywood Reporter.

The news comes one week after THR revealed that Dr. Luke, previously considered a frontrunner for the position, dropped out of negotiations due to a conflict with his label at Sony Music.

http://www.hollywoodreporter.com/ido...s-third-618414

05-03-2013, 05:37 PM	#1
JamesG Freakshow Moderator Forum Icon Join Date: Feb 01, 2008 Location: Brooklyn, NY Posts: 57,161	THR Update: Harry Connick, Jr. Is New "American Idol" Judge *Harry Connick, Jr. Confirms Talks to Join "American Idol" as Judge* May 3, 2013 by Rob Moynihan As "American Idol's" 12th season winds down towards the May 16 finale, speculation is growing about another judging shakeup, and a serious contender has now entered the race. Crooner Harry Connick, Jr. confirmed to reporters after Thursday's results show that he has been talking with producers about joining next year's panel. "They wanted to know if I would be interested and it's a blast, but I don't know, it's hard to make a commitment like that," Connick said backstage. The actor and performer, who will release a new album called Every Man Should Know on June 11, served as an opinionated mentor to the Top 4 contestants this week and even had a heated argument at the judge's table with Randy Jackson during Wednesday's live show. "You need to be completely honest and diplomatic," Connick said of his judging method. "There's no reason to be mean, but it's called being a judge. You have to judge, that's what you do." Connick previously mentored contestants during Season 9 and confirms he was also offered the role back then but declined because "it didn't work out, there were a lot of things going on on their side and my side." But his connection to "Idol" goes all the way back to Season 1, where he was an audience member for Kelly Clarkson's victory. "I'm a big fan of the show, and Justin Guarini looked and waved at me!" he said with a laugh. As for what monetary amount it would take him to sign on, Connick jokingly revealed "600 million dollars!" http://www.tvguide.com/News/Harry-Co...l-1064909.aspx Attached Images
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08-31-2013, 03:11 PM	#2
JamesG Freakshow Moderator Forum Icon Join Date: Feb 01, 2008 Location: Brooklyn, NY Posts: 57,161	*Harry Connick Jr. Lands Third "American Idol" Judge Spot (Exclusive)* 8/30/2013 by Kim Masters, Sophie Schillaci Harry Connick Jr. is returning to "American Idol", this time in the judge's seat. The singer, who has appeared on the Fox reality competition multiple times as a mentor and performer, is joining alongside Keith Urban and Jennifer Lopez on the upcoming 13th season, a source close to the show tells The Hollywood Reporter. The news comes one week after THR revealed that Dr. Luke, previously considered a frontrunner for the position, dropped out of negotiations due to a conflict with his label at Sony Music. http://www.hollywoodreporter.com/ido...s-third-618414