The verdict is out – Ellen Degeneres, comedian, is a hit on American Idol. The people have spoken. Ellen brings a fun filled, humorous feel to American Idol. Although rumors are surfacing stating that her and Simon Cowell are fueding, they are false. She is getting along with all the AI judges.

What’s great about this new judge is that it has boosted ratings for American Idol. It’s been stated that around 28 million viewed into the debut of Ellen on American Idol. That’s great news for the show. Now that it’s known Simon Cowell is leaving after this season to pursue “The X Factor” it’s nice to know that Ellen might be able to keep this show afloat. Good luck!

Today marks a sad time in the celebrity industry – Ed McMahon died this past Tuesday at age 86, Farrah Fawcett died today at age 62 and now Michael Jackon at age 50. Bad news seems to always come in three’s. It’s a tough week for everyone.

Justin Timberlake, Madonna and Elizabeth Taylor, to name a few, are all devastated by this news today. Jackson was reported to have complications at his home and essentially passed away due to cardiac arrest. Paramedics were unable to revive him. (more…)