
Jennifer Hudson is in and Kelly Clarkson is out, but who will take the next seat on the American Idol judging panel??!
In an effort to squash season 12's horrific ratings, AI is looking to their OWN past contestants to boost viewership and Adam Lambert is absolutely up for the job.
In fact, the former Idol is SO excited at the prospect that he would accept an invitation to join the team on the spot.
The Whataya Want from Me singer said:

The rumors were true! The rumors were true!
In an effort to entice viewers back into the world of American Idol, producers have decided to bring superstar alum Jennifer Hudson on board as a judge!
Multiple sources have confirmed that she has signed on for Season 13, which airs this Fall.
Kelly Clarkson is reportedly very close to signing on as well, with the third spot being reserved for either Adam Lambert or Clay Aiken.
We'll keep you updated!! Congrats, J-Hud!!
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American Idol needs serious help! More importantly, it needs some judges!
While we’d love nothing more than to see Simon Cowell, Paula Abdul, and Randy Jackson reunite — we can dream a little, can’t we? — it seems Fox and the show’s production companies are looking to bring former Idol contestants to the judging panel.
Jennifer Hudson and Kelly Clarkson have reportedly been contacted, while Adam Lambert and Clay Aiken remain at the top of the list.
Contestant Angie Miller spoke out about this potential plan and said:

If you couldn't decide whether you prefer Adam Lambert to Frank Ocean, you're not the only one!!
Both magnificent musicians were nominated for Outstanding Musical Artist at last night's GLAAD Media Awards in San Francisco and, guess what, voters couldn't decide which one they liked best!!
The American Idol star and the Thinkin About You singer actually ended up sharing the award!!
Adam was also honored with the Davidson/Valenti Award because of his dedication to the LGBT community and consistent and significant promotion of equal rights!
Even cooler, Mel B. handed him the trophy!!!
See Scary Spice and Adam's heart-warming acceptance speech for yourself…AFTER THE JUMP!!!

Doesn’t she look FANTASTIC?!
We’ve already read some of the encouraging things Kelly Osbourne said in her May issue of Self magazine, but we finally get to see the spread too!
The Fashion Policer recently had to deal with the scare from her seizure, and she talked about how that changed her, stating:

Well that was fast!
Not long after hearing the news of Adam Lambert's less-than-glamorous split with Sauli Koskinen, a little birdy is singing sweet whispers of a new romance!
According to our source, Adam is sparking with model Murray Swanby.
Ch-ch-check 'em ouuttt (above)!!!
Said to also be the head VIP host at The Abbey, we're sure the nightlife-loving model gets hit on quite a lot. But it's Adam who's got him hooked!
What do U think?? Does he make a hot rebound or will this cement into something a lil' more serious down the road??
Sound off in the comments!!

Adam Lambert has confirmed that he has split from his longtime love Sauli Koskinen.
The American Idol alum explained: