Kara DioGuardi Defends Bikini Girl Comments
In case you missed the American Idol season 8 premiere, we were “treated” to the likes of “Bikini Girl” Katrina Darrell. She sang Mariah Carey’s “Vision Of Love”, but that’s not what got her through to Hollywood. Watch: Katrina Darrel - Vision of Loveby aiclips Now close your eyes and listen to her sing it again. [...]

Katrina Darrell American Idol Bikini Girl
Katrina Darrell shocked the judges of American Idol when she walked in wearing a skimpy bikini. The newest judge Kara DioGuardi immediately disliked Katrina, and let her know it. Fortunately, Simon Cowell, and Randy Jackson voted to send Katrina to Hollywood, which caused Paula Abdul to vote with the guys. Kara was so mad she [...]

American Idol is disappointing the audience
The season 8 of American Idol kicked off Tuesday with a new formula hoping to bring the audience to its feet. Well, it didn't worked according to plan, 30.4 million viewers, down 9% compared with the previous year and represented the show's lowest number for a season opener since 2004. Much-anticipated fourth judge as Kara DioGuardi joined Simon, Paula and Randy on the judgment firing line and nothing more.The host, Ryan Seacrest looked l...[ More on WhyFame.com ]

Idol Headlines for 1/15/09
‘American Idol’ median viewer age hits 40Oh, no! Is “American Idol” getting … middle-aged?Fox’s singing competition returned for its eighth season Tuesday with a total audience of 30.4 million viewers, or a 9% decline compared with last year’s launch, according to Nielsen Media Research.But a more arresting detail is buried within the numbers. Tuesday’s audience was the oldest ever for an “Idol” season opener, with a median age of 40.3 years. That&

American Idol: Kansas City Auditions
Filed under: OpEd, American Idol, Judges, Reviewcaps, Contestants, Performances, Predictions and Trends(S08E02) Kona kicked off TV Squad's American Idol coverage last night, and the auditions are now in full swing. This episode found Ryan Seacrest and the judges in Kansas City, home of last year's American Idol winner David Cook. In fact, Ryan talked to David Cook's parents, who just happened to be walking down the street! Ok, not really, but they made it seem that way, which was kind of funny. Also, in

Can Kara DioGuardi win 'American Idol' an Emmy Award?
Kara DioGuardi quickly established herself on last night's premiere of season eight of "American Idol," as a presence on the judging panel. And with the Emmy Awards considering a new category for... [[ This is a content summary only. Visit my website for full links, other content, and more! ]]

Tidbits: ‘Idol’ judge defends attack on Bikini Girl
It only took “American Idol’s” judging newbie, Kara DioGuardi, one episode to leave a memorable mark on season eight of the televised talent search.

'Idol' premiere draws 30.1 million - Entertainment News, American Idol, Media - Variety
Fox's "American Idol" opened its eighth season in dominant fashion Tuesday night, but it came in about 15% below last year's premiere-night score among young adults. And as "Idol" dropped, the other broadcasters were collectively on the rise. According to preliminary nationals from Nielsen, the two-hour kickoff to the "American Idol" season averaged an 11.6 rating/28 share in adults 18-49 and 30.1 million viewers overall – the highest numbers for any primetime telecast this season, including all footb

Kara DioGuardi Stands by "Bikini Girl" Attack.
New American Idol judge Kara DioGuardi doesn't regret getting into it with 20-year-old contestant Katrina Darrell -- aka "Bikini Girl" -- on Tuesday's premiere. "I love pretty girls," she said on Ryan Seacrest's KIIS-FM radio show Wednesday. "The thing with bikini girl

Kara DioGuardi Idol’s New Judge
American Idol has a new judge. Meet 37-year old songwriter Kara DioGuardi. Born in New York, Kara has spent the last five years in LA. She was a judge on the 2006 competition show on ABC, “The One.” DioGuardi considers herself to be honest, no sugar coating tell it like it is kind of girl who has been described as being somewhat feisty. Reports are that their is already some chemistry brewing between she and Simon Cowell . However, thats merely gossip and she she apparently has a boyfrien

Bikini Girl Is Tops With "American Idol' Audience
DioGuardi was particularly scathing in her criticism, telling the model/clothing designer, "you don't have the chops to sing that song, sweetie" and performing her own version of the song for comparison. To which Darrell shot back, "But your demonstration was not any better." Oh, goodness; could a bikini-clad catfight between Darrell and DioGuardi be in the cards for a future episode? Someone order the inflatable kiddie pool and chocolate pudding! Check out the video of Darrell's auditi

Kara DioGuardi, New American Idol Judge
So what do you think of new American Idol judge Kara DioGuardi? I think she’s fab. Much tougher than Paula! It’s nice to have some fresh blood in there. The two seemed to click last night, and as it turns out, they have been friends for 10 years! Abdul met DioGuardi in New York outside a diner. The [...]

Which 'American Idol' judge has won the most showbiz awards?
Before new judge Kara DioGuardi debuted on "American Idol," last night, she was introduced as a Grammy Award=nominated songwriter. Though technically true, she is in fact a Latin Grammy nominee for... [[ This is a content summary only. Visit my website for full links, other content, and more! ]]

Kara DioGuardi, Newest Judge on American Idol
Avid followers of American Idol have something to watch out for in the next episodes. No its not new contestants but rather a new judge! Yup, a fresh face joins the three famous judges of American Idol. Kara DioGuardi already met up with your favorite Simon Cowell, Paula Abdul, and Randy Jackson. Paula is no longer the only rose among the thorns, and how do you think she feels about that? Well she likes the change in the judging dynamics,

American Idol: Kara DioGuardi Is Engaged
The eighth season of American Idol kicked off last night and Kara DioGuardi is not only a new judge, but she is going to be a new wife too! Kara DioGuardi was engaged on December 8th while on vacation in Mexico. Her fiance, Mike McCuddy is a general contractor and a dad! He has a son from a previous relationship. Kara DioGuardi’s rep confirmed the engagement and said, “No wedding date has been planned.” Kara DioGuardi was introduced to American Idol fans last night as the eighth season o

First Comes Fame, Then Comes Marriage for 'Idol' Judge
Life couldn’t be sweeter for Kara DioGuardi . Not only is she a new judge on  American Idol , but she just got engaged to her love of a year-and-a-half Mike McCuddy. “We were in Mexico and he lit some candles and I was in, of course, my thermal smiley face pajamas that one of my best friends gave me for Christmas. Not very sexy, but it does the job when it’s freezing, cause you know the air conditioning was on. And he just said, ‘You know I love you, blah, blah, blah.’ He sai

Kara DioGuardi joins American Idol
Well, this news sort of involves Hilary Duff so I wanted to share it. Kara DioGuardi, who worked with Hilary on a few singles, has been added to American Idol as a 4th judge for the upcoming season! Kara DioGuardi has worked with Hilary on "With Love", "Come Clean", "Someone’s Watching Over Me", "Most Wanted" and various others - she was a part of 12 songs on the latest album, "Dignity", co-writing the songs with Hilary. Kara DioGuardi is a co-writer

Kara DioGuardi joins American Idol
Don’t worry, we won’t be losing Randy, Paula or Simon from the judges table at American Idol, but we will be welcoming a fourth judge – Kara DioGuardi. Yes, most of you are probably thinking, “who?” since DioGuardi is hardly a household name (at the moment). Even she was surprised to receive the call asking her to join the next season of the hit Fox reality show – “When I got the call, I thought they were calling the wrong person … I almost fell off the chair”. As a successful singer/song

Kara DioGuardi Idola4s New Judge
American Idol has a new judge. Meet 37-year old songwriter Kara DioGuardi. Born in New York, Kara has spent the last five years in LA. She was a judge on the 2006 competition show on ABC, “The One.” DioGuardi considers herself to be honest, no sugar coating tell it like it is kind of girl who has been described as being somewhat feisty. Posted by

Spike Feresten Is Back Tonight!
This is an exciting day, you know why? My favorite talk show is back on tonight! Talk Show with Spike Feresten premieres tonight at midnight on Fox. He has the first exclusive interview with judge Kara DioGuardi from Idol tonight and of course Comedy for Stoners is back! If haven’t seen Comedy...Full Article @ The Zaz Report Comment Share Email Post Your Comment say something interesting

Kara Dioguardi Picture Gallery
Kara DioGuardi of course is the newest American Idol judge, soon to be one of the most famous women in America. She’s an accomplished pop and dance songwriter and her songs are on albums that have sold more than 100 million copies. It will be interesting to see what kind of judge she will be, and just how she will fit in with the other American Idol judges. One things for sure though, she’s not too hard on the eyes. Here’s some visual evidence, enjoy:

Judge Judging Idol Judges
We're still a few months away from the start of American Idol season eight, but we just can’t wait to see the drama unfold when the fourth chair gets pushed up at the judge’s table. If the non-Nigel Idol producers know anything about creating tension, they’ll put Paula and fresh blood Kara DioGuardi smack dab in the center of a Randy-Simon sandwich. Kara’s gonna be plucking Abdul’s press-on nails from out of her back all season long, we swear. Four judges ain’t exactly r

Hot Box: TV worth talking about
American Idol champ David Cook's debut has been pencilled in for a Nov. 18 release date. The set is being produced by Rob Cavallo and will likely include co-writes with Collective Soul's Ed Roland, Our Lady Peace's Raine Maida and Kara DioGuardi, Idol 's newest judge.

Kara DioGuardi to Be on Spike Feresten Show
The newest American Idol judge Kara DioGuardi will be a guest on the season premiere of Talkshow with Spike Feresten on Saturday September 13, 2008 at midnight ET/PT.  I am definitely going to try to tune in and see how this goes.  Her addition to the show has definitely increased my interest. How do you feel?  Do you think Kara will revive the show? image © 2007 FOX BROADCASTING CR: FOX "); } //OBEND:do_NOT_remove_this_comment //--> Share This Related StoriesRyan Seacrest Says

Spike Feresten Is Back Tonight!
This is an exciting day, you know why? My favorite talk show is back on tonight! Talk Show with Spike Feresten premieres tonight at midnight on Fox. He has the first exclusive interview with judge Kara DioGuardi from Idol tonight and of course Comedy for Stoners is back! If haven’t seen Comedy For Stoners yet, here are my two favs, although there are so many… Filed under: TV Leave a Reply Name Mail (will not be published) Websi