September 9th, 2009
In what is probably a huge shock to American Idol fans, Ellen Degeneres has officially been announced as the new face of American Idol. Degeneres replaces former fan favorite, judge Paula Abdul. “I’m thrilled to be the new judge on American Idol,” DeGeneres said in a Fox press release. “I’ve watched since the beginning, and I’ve always been a huge fan. So getting this job is a dream come true, and think of all the money I’ll save from not having to text in my vote.”
During a taping for a yet-to-be-aired episode of her talk show, DeGeneres told the studio audience show would still continue to front
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