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JamesG · 05-30-2013, 07:53 PM

Mariah Carey Exits "American Idol"
May 30, 2013
by Natalie Abrams

After just one year, Mariah Carey has exited "American Idol", TVGuide.com has confirmed.

"W/ global success of '#Beautiful' (#1 in 30+ countries so far) @MariahCarey confirms world tour & says goodbye 2 Idol," the account for her reps PMK-BNC tweeted Thursday, which Carey retweeted shortly after.

Carey, who joined the show in Season 12, had been criticized for being too nice on the judging panel. Although she was arguably the most qualified judge, exceeding her colleagues in career longevity, raw vocal talent, chart success and international stardom, she was initially tentative to give constructive criticism to the competitors.

After producers encouraged her to give true feedback, her critiques were often rambling and confusing.

"Mariah Carey is a true global icon — one of the most accomplished artists on the planet — and we feel extremely fortunate that she was able to bring her wisdom and experience to the American Idol contestants this season," Fox said in a statement. "We know she will remain an inspiration to Idol hopefuls for many seasons to come."

There's no official word on Keith Urban's status with the show.

http://www.tvguide.com/News/Mariah-C...l-1066163.aspx

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Nicki Minaj Confirms Her Exit from "American Idol"
by NELLIE ANDREEVA
Thursday May 30, 2013

The Mariah Carey-Nicki Minaj "American Idol" rivalry carried over to the divas’ departure from the show, with Minaj stepping on Carey’s toes and announcing her own departure on Twitter shortly after Carey had done the same, also on Twitter.

“Thank you American Idol for a life changing experience!,” Minaj wrote. “Wouldn’t trade it for the world! Time to focus on the Music!!! Mmmuuuaahhh!!!”

“Nicki Minaj is a superstar who brought a level of honesty and passion to American Idol and who had a tremendous positive impact on so many contestants this season,” Fox and Idol producers FremantleMedia and 19 Entertainment said in a joint statement.

“Given her extremely busy career, we understand and respect her decision and wish her the best.”

http://www.deadline.com/2013/05/nick...american-idol/

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JamesG Freakshow Moderator Forum Icon Join Date: Feb 01, 2008 Location: Brooklyn, NY Posts: 57,136	Mariah Carey and Nicki Minaj Leave "American Idol" *Mariah Carey Exits "American Idol"* May 30, 2013 by Natalie Abrams After just one year, Mariah Carey has exited "American Idol", TVGuide.com has confirmed. "W/ global success of '#Beautiful' (#1 in 30+ countries so far) @MariahCarey confirms world tour & says goodbye 2 Idol," the account for her reps PMK-BNC tweeted Thursday, which Carey retweeted shortly after. Carey, who joined the show in Season 12, had been criticized for being too nice on the judging panel. Although she was arguably the most qualified judge, exceeding her colleagues in career longevity, raw vocal talent, chart success and international stardom, she was initially tentative to give constructive criticism to the competitors. After producers encouraged her to give true feedback, her critiques were often rambling and confusing. "Mariah Carey is a true global icon — one of the most accomplished artists on the planet — and we feel extremely fortunate that she was able to bring her wisdom and experience to the American Idol contestants this season," Fox said in a statement. "We know she will remain an inspiration to Idol hopefuls for many seasons to come." There's no official word on Keith Urban's status with the show. http://www.tvguide.com/News/Mariah-C...l-1066163.aspx ------------------------------------------------------------------------- *Nicki Minaj Confirms Her Exit from "American Idol"* by NELLIE ANDREEVA Thursday May 30, 2013 The Mariah Carey-Nicki Minaj "American Idol" rivalry carried over to the divas’ departure from the show, with Minaj stepping on Carey’s toes and announcing her own departure on Twitter shortly after Carey had done the same, also on Twitter. “Thank you American Idol for a life changing experience!,” Minaj wrote. “Wouldn’t trade it for the world! Time to focus on the Music!!! Mmmuuuaahhh!!!” “Nicki Minaj is a superstar who brought a level of honesty and passion to American Idol and who had a tremendous positive impact on so many contestants this season,” Fox and Idol producers FremantleMedia and 19 Entertainment said in a joint statement. “Given her extremely busy career, we understand and respect her decision and wish her the best.” http://www.deadline.com/2013/05/nick...american-idol/ Attached Images