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Love, 'American Idol' style

Posted: Tuesday, January 30, 2007 3:54 PM by Gael Fashingbauer Cooper
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Courtney Love is claiming that she's been approached to replace Paula Abdul as an "American Idol" judge, US Magazine reports.

The story is a little vague on specifics, which is not the first time "Courtney Love" and "vague" have been used in the same context. It's unclear whether Love would just sit in for one day, which could be entertaining, or if she is intended to replace Paula Abdul permanently, which would really just be trading one form of crazy for another.

The Superficial.com put it rather brilliantly when they wrote: “Yeah, Paula Abdul is usually drunk and incoherent, but if they put Courtney Love on the show she'd spend 90% of the time crawling on the floor crying and calling up old boyfriends to take her back.”

MSNBC.com contributor Andy Dehnart probably is right when he writes, on his Reality Blurred site, "As bizarre as Paula’s behavior has been, [permanently replacing her is] highly unlikely, especially because her behavior does nothing except increase the ratings. However, having Courtney Love serve as a guest judge for an episode—which is far, far more likely—would probably make Paula Abdul seem, comparatively speaking, completely normal."

But if "Idol" is going to go that route, there's a whole mess of Hollywood nutters they could approach. Sign Johnny Knoxville and have him test how the singers' voices are affected when they're forced to bob in a tub full of jellyfish. Get Kevin Federline on the panel for blindingly insightful musical knowledge. Call up Donald Trump -- if he's going to bellow about how popular a reality show is, he may as well be talking about one that really is popular.

Have a suggestion for a new "Idol" host? Post it in the comments, and tell us what they'd lend to the show.

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Courtney Love? Are you serious?! She couldn't even show up to Pam Anderson's Comedy Central roast last summer coherent, how could she judge Idol? TheSuperficial.com is absolutely right.

Amy, Sussex, WI (Sent Tuesday, January 30, 2007 7:31 PM)

Why not the obvious choice,Paris Hilton? After all,she's now officially a "singer" is she not? And God knows,she certainly could use some publicity! If not her,how about her old cohort Nicole? Maybe qualifying by osmosis being adopted by Lionel and going out with Good Charlotte guy? She too has been out of the spotlight for about 5 minutes!

Susan Squier, Hemet, Ca. (Sent Tuesday, January 30, 2007 7:33 PM)

Simon always seems to voice the opinion of the American people. For that reason, bring on George Bush, who always voices the opposite opinion of the American people.

Jhon Kerry, Boston, Mass (Sent Tuesday, January 30, 2007 7:34 PM)

I think Ozzy should take Paula's place. He has extensive "Reality show" experience, even a hightly popular one at that. God knows, he'll tell it as he sees it. His speech is always slurred, so no one would even miss Paula. Besides, we're talking about his Ozzship here, how could it not be a fantastic move?

Kirk, Las Vegas, NV (Sent Tuesday, January 30, 2007 7:37 PM)

Here's the frying pan... and there's the fire! Who is going to beat up Simon if Paula is replaced? (And don't tell me Simon doesn't LOVE being smacked by Paula... you can SO see it in his face!

Lynda Whiting (Sent Tuesday, January 30, 2007 7:42 PM)

I hope that they do not put Love on the panel, I cant stand that disgusting woman.

Jen, Temecula, CA (Sent Tuesday, January 30, 2007 7:43 PM)

American Idol better be careful, their ratings will go down if they put people like Courtenay Love on their show. It won't be a sphisticated show anymore and decent people won't look at it as a family show anymore. Beware!!! Idol. C'mon Simon you can do better than that!! Please

Pamela, Los Angeles (Sent Tuesday, January 30, 2007 8:10 PM)

At least with Paula we can be sure she's hitting on the men some of which have some 'talent'. Is there any discernable line that Courntney would draw? Female, male; talented, untalented...

Jen White, Phoenix, Az (Sent Tuesday, January 30, 2007 8:29 PM)

Replace Paula! Are you crazy? She is so hot and I love the way her and Simon are always fighting. The show would not be the same. Don't try to change something that is working so well.

Jason, Costa Mesa, CA (Sent Tuesday, January 30, 2007 8:45 PM)

Idol needs judges with real musical backrounds.

Bill McCarthy, Fond du Lac, WI (Sent Tuesday, January 30, 2007 8:51 PM)

I don't think anyone can or should replace Paula Abdul.

Freddy, Miami, FL (Sent Tuesday, January 30, 2007 9:44 PM)

Like the saying goes, "if it ain't broke, don't fix it!" Why mess with success..........Paula may have her days, but she fits well with Randy and Simon. Change for the sake of change makes no sense at all.

Jim - Oklahoma City (Sent Tuesday, January 30, 2007 10:07 PM)

Time for Paula to go. It's ok for her to judge the wackos at this stage but when it gets down to the final 12 on live tv, what an embarrassment for a contestant and the public to hear some incoherent jibber jabber evaluation. How about Kathy Lee?

Carl Traylor (Sent Tuesday, January 30, 2007 11:32 PM)

A Country Western, outspoken rebel, like Tanya Tucker, or someone of that genre. CW is so popular and Carrie Underwood is proof of that and it would be the type music opposite of wht Simon and Randy like

Ron B (Sent Tuesday, January 30, 2007 11:34 PM)

Leave Paula on the show - there's no need to replace her with ANYONE - especially someone like Courtney Love. She's a joke in and of herself. Would it benefit the show to replace Paula with anyone - NO. I say leave Paula alone.

Nancy Keeley (Sent Tuesday, January 30, 2007 11:57 PM)

Paula was "psycho" on Dr Phil which made her appear to be a weak and vulnerable dish rag which does not belong on the American Idol brand. I really hate to see her go, but she is sending out the wrong message to viewers which should not be tolerated. Being drunk on TV ended in the sixties. She needs to get treatment or be gone. I think America will have to love her replacement and there's the rub. She is one of those love-to-hate icons like Kathy Lee or Rosie and they go down like the titanic. Paula looks like a monkey in a wig so maybe Michael Jackson as a judge could fill in. I say no to Paris, Jessica, Britney and all BFF's.

Bruce Edward (Sent Wednesday, January 31, 2007 12:17 AM)

How about Diana (Ross)? She knows a thing or two about performing even if she is full of herself.

Laine Clark, Wiesbaden, Germany (Sent Wednesday, January 31, 2007 2:21 AM)

I think the first couple weeks of idol is getting old now. I'm not really interested in seeing people embarass themselves on tv. It was funny the first season and maybe the second. Now it is just getting old. We want to see real talent. I think replacing Paula is a good idea. I don't think she takes the judging seriously.

Michele G., Hamilton, NJ (Sent Wednesday, January 31, 2007 7:55 AM)

Comment on American Idol? Sorry. I'm not as big a loser as y'all. Paula or not, the show makes its own publicity. Get a life.

Jim, Perry City, NY (Sent Wednesday, January 31, 2007 9:13 AM)

Although AI is my favorite program and I watch it religiously, I would refuse to tune in if Courtney was on the panel. Yucch! I'd rather see Roseanne Barr as a judge. Rosie would lend more credibility to the show than having Courtney appear every week. Who's with me on this?

Bonnie, Melbourne, Florida (Sent Wednesday, January 31, 2007 9:34 AM)

How about William Hung? He's got at least as much talent and music relevance as Courtney Love.

Elle, New Haven, CT (Sent Wednesday, January 31, 2007 9:37 AM)

If it is a train wreck host or hostess your looking for the list is endless........Already saw Michael Jackson, Paris Hilton listed. What about Lindsay Lohan and Brit Spears? Paula definatley has some type of issue going on and perhaps it is denial on her end but her behavior borders on bizzare especially after the Birmingham, AL auditions. While I for one would love to see her replaced I certainly do not want someone with the same weirdo charateristics to replace her.

KSR, Albuqurque, NM (Sent Wednesday, January 31, 2007 9:37 AM)

Terry Bradshaw

Dancing Cats (Sent Wednesday, January 31, 2007 9:44 AM)

It would certainly change the dynamic of the show if they replace Paula. But I don't enjoy watching the auditions when she looks to be under the influence of "something". Makes you wonder if these contestants are being treated fairly when she's having an "off" day. If Paula does get replaced, my vote would be Sheryl Crow.

Melissa D. (Sent Wednesday, January 31, 2007 9:46 AM)

Kathy Lee and Rosie in the same sentence. Please! TV is about ratings and why mess with the best show on TV. No chance. Lets all go to work now.

Chuck Kenny (Sent Wednesday, January 31, 2007 9:49 AM)

I think Courtney Love would be interesting as a judge - she does have talent. It could be quite funny to hear what she has to say. Please people, give the woman a break! She has not had the easiest or happiest life considering what happened with her husband. We all have ups and downs - we just don't have them blasted all over the media and get publicly flogged about everything we have ever done for the rest of our lives.

Camille, Houston, TX (Sent Wednesday, January 31, 2007 9:54 AM)

One thing that everyone overlooked. WHO GIVES A CRAP!!! Reality shows are for morons with weak minds read a book. JEEZ!

Joe Momma (Sent Wednesday, January 31, 2007 9:55 AM)

Like Courney Love would be a better replacement for the already cracked up Paula Abdul, who are they kidding. I am afraid the antics would not only continue but increase.

Sandy Cruse, St. Peters, Missouri (Sent Wednesday, January 31, 2007 9:55 AM)

I think they should replace Paula with Britney. The way she's going, she's going to need a job soon!

Teresa Stevenson, Hillsboro, MO (Sent Wednesday, January 31, 2007 9:58 AM)

As a 40 something single mom, I feel sorry for Paula. It's rough out here in the dating world and just because she's a celebrity, doesn't mean she has it any easier. She clearly has personal problems, as we all do, so cut the poor woman a break. If she does have some sort of drinking or substance abuse problem, then I just hope she gets the help she needs.

Ann, New York (Sent Wednesday, January 31, 2007 9:59 AM)

paula is acting different lately what is wrog with her? but i think its rather funny and i also think it makes more people watch the show. i wouldnt replace her

Leah Smith troy Mo (Sent Wednesday, January 31, 2007 10:00 AM)

I NOMINATE ELVIS

ROGER SPARKMAN (Sent Wednesday, January 31, 2007 10:27 AM)

Of course they aren't going to replace Paula permanently. That would just be stupid. But I would like to see past Idol winners as replacement judges. Imagine Clay or Carrie's reactions to the horrible wanna be singers placed in front of them. That would be priceless.

Richard (Sent Wednesday, January 31, 2007 10:30 AM)

Why not Rosie O'Donnell? She knows nothing about music, I'm sure --- but we all know that certainly does not slow her down when it comes to voicing her opinion about everything else --- and God knows, she is opinionated! Besides, if Rosie were on the panel with Simon and Randy, think how much more everyone would like Simon!

Rebecca S (Sent Wednesday, January 31, 2007 10:34 AM)

Actually, I think that Courtney could do a great job if the right Courtney shows up. I'm not referring to the wild and crazy Courtney, but the one that showed up to the Oscars after 'The People vs Larry Flint.' I think the problem is that there is only so long that she can maintain her 'sane' self and if she exploded halfway through the season, Idol would be in trouble.

Kathy Jones (Sent Wednesday, January 31, 2007 10:39 AM)

OMG!!! If Courtney Love takes Paula's place it will be the last time I watch American Idol. It's one of my all time favorites shows on Fox and I can't wait to watch from season to season but if Fox decides in its infinate wisdom that Courtney is better then Paula I will stop watching it and I will tell my friends to stop also. Take that Fox

Etta Roth, Bay City, Michigan (Sent Wednesday, January 31, 2007 10:39 AM)

I wouldlike to see them put one of the former winners of American Idol on as a judge

Mobile, AL (Sent Wednesday, January 31, 2007 11:01 AM)

ugh - we can't even discuss american idol without someone throwing a punch at the president. go type on some other forum please.

KW, Atlanta, Georgia (Sent Wednesday, January 31, 2007 11:04 AM)

If I had to sit and listen to a bunch of awful singers, I'd have a bar under the table!!!!

jw, boston (Sent Wednesday, January 31, 2007 11:06 AM)

Courtney Love????? I think NOT!!!! It is sad that after being and American Idol Fan since the beginning I will No Longer be watching nor will several people I have talked to about this. If Paula needs to be replaced (which she doesn't) Courtney Love is NOT the person for the job.

Norma Stein, Celina, Ohio (Sent Wednesday, January 31, 2007 11:06 AM)

I love Courtney! Good on her! I can't wait to see the show-it might not be boring anymore. Same old, same old kinda thing with her there.

Gina (Sent Wednesday, January 31, 2007 11:06 AM)

Let Rosie be a guest judge!!

jennie, Louisville,KY (Sent Wednesday, January 31, 2007 11:10 AM)

As someone who doesn't even watch any reality shows. I say, "go for it". Anything to make "reality" shows go away faster is great in my book. Make script writers actually work again.

Ashlyn, Tampa Bay area, FL (Sent Wednesday, January 31, 2007 11:11 AM)

I think using a previous contestant, even if it's not a winner, cause we know they are busy with their new careers, would be a great idea if they should replace Paula. I hope they don't replace her but if she's having medical or personal problems they need to be attended to first. I think Rosie or Courtney would be a grave error on A I's part.

Lena Davis, Morgantown, West Virginia (Sent Wednesday, January 31, 2007 11:21 AM)

I can't figure out how anybody with a brain finds American Idol entertaining. God people get some kind of freaking life. I think the only reason people watch that crap is to make sure they are better than the loosers they show and make fun of.

Diane L (Sent Wednesday, January 31, 2007 11:23 AM)

Paula is good for comic relief. What about Marie Osmond as a replacement - she knows music Paula may be close to running her course, and replacing her would not hurt the program

Marilyn, Cleveland, Oh (Sent Wednesday, January 31, 2007 11:30 AM)

I don't watch american idol right now but I know if courtney love was on it I sure would. She is like a magical angel and anytime I see her my heart races. That would be too good to be true.

Tony L. Hendersonville N.C. (Sent Wednesday, January 31, 2007 11:41 AM)

this is crackin' me up! i like paula, loopy or not. she's the perfect foil for simon. you can plop alot of people in that seat, but chemistry makes magic. (personally, i liked jewel as the guest, and carol bayer sager too for that matter). and as long as we're throwing names out there, how about whitney? she needs a job, too, ya know!

mike t, kansas city, mo (Sent Wednesday, January 31, 2007 11:47 AM)

Please !!! GOD NO !!!!!! not courtney love how about Kelly Clarkston or a former Idol winner ??

pamela lamb - birmingham, al. (Sent Wednesday, January 31, 2007 11:48 AM)

I think they shuold have one ordinary person like myself judging. Why not. Someone out of the spotlight would be a nice change.

Chris Ziegler, Elon N.C. (Sent Wednesday, January 31, 2007 11:58 AM)



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