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He can make or break careers and once boasted that he sells more records than Bruce Springsteen. That confidence has helped make Simon Cowell a success as a judge on "American Idol." Cowell's blunt opinions of a performance stand in contrast to Paula Abdul's mostly positive spin and Randy Jackson's typical middle ground. The bickering with Abdul and host Ryan Seacrest is also a highlight of the Fox series. Cowell has been a judge on British shows "Pop Idol" and "The X Factor," and he produces other contest shows such as "American Inventor" and "America's Got Talent."
He can make or break careers and once boasted that he sells more records than Bruce Springsteen. That confidence has helped make Simon Cowell a success as a judge on "American Idol." Cowell's blunt opinions of a performance stand in contrast to Paula Abdul's mostly positive spin and Randy Jackson's typical middle ground. The bickering with Abdul and host Ryan Seacrest is also a highlight of the Fox series. Cowell has been a judge on British shows "Pop Idol" and "The X Factor," and he produces other contest shows such as "American Inventor" and "America's Got Talent."
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Jay Leno filming Star in a Reasonably Priced Car for Top Gear?
Autoblog.comFiled under: Lifestyle, UK, Celebrities, Rumormill Jay Leno's Tank Car - Click above for high-res image gallery Citing an unnamed though supposedly reliable source, the boys at Jalopnik are reporting that Jay Leno - fresh from his appearance at the... -
Celebrities expected at the Jackson memorial
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America Idol tryouts come to Orlando and here are a producer's tips
Sentinel Television CriticHow to audition for American Idol? We have tips from supervising producer Patrick Lynn, who has visited every audition city since the series debuted in 2002. "Please try not to be nervous," Lynn warns. "Really try to do your best. Don't put your hands in...Tags: Amway Arena, Popular Music
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Abdul says she's been invited to return to 'American Idol' pending contract negotiation
Associated Press WriterATLANTA (AP) — Paula Abdul said Monday she has been invited to remain as an "American Idol" judge and that she's optimistic that she'll be able to negotiate a new contract. "I've been invited to stay the duration of the show, however long it lasts,...Tags: Randy Jackson, The Associated Press, Paula Abdul, Kara DioGuardi, Popular Music
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Paula Abdul feels optimistic about returning to 'Idol'
The Associated PressPaula Abdul said Monday she has been invited to remain as an "American Idol" judge and that she's optimistic that she'll be able to negotiate a new contract. "I've been invited to stay the duration of the show, however long it lasts," said Abdul, whose...Tags: Randy Jackson, Paula Abdul, Kara DioGuardi, Popular Music
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The Ticker
Susan Boyle has recorded her first tune for a planned album, reports People.com. "She sounds fantastic," said Simon Cowell, who may be biased -- his team is producing the CD. ... Fantasia, who once triumphed on "American Idol," has wowed critics in the...Tags: Dancing, Forests, Natural Resources, Popular Music
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Weston teen's talent earns her a fast track to American Idol audition
TV/Radio WriterThe odds against becoming the next American Idol are astronomical. But for a young hopeful from Weston, they are a bit better than most. Ciara Emanuele, an honor student at St. Thomas Aquinas High, has an in that others, who will audition in Orlando on...Tags: North Miami, North Miami Beach, Walt Disney World Resort, Miami Beach, Popular Music
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Don't miss: 'American Idol' auditions at Amway
Sentinel staffWHAT: And you thought the crowds outside the Amway Arena were bad during the NBA Finals. We're willing to bet that between Disney and Universal employees alone there will be enough talent (or at least eternal optimism) to fill up the parking lots. But...Tags: Amway Arena, NBA, Popular Music
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"Idol" boosting Cowell's pay to more than $100 million
Forget about Kris Allen, it looks like Simon Cowell may be this year's big winner on "American Idol." Producers of the singing competition reportedly are ready to offer Cowell a payday to the tune of $100 million to $144 million per year to remain on...Tags: Britain's Got Talent (tv program), United Kingdom, Rose Bowl Game, Kris Allen, London (England)
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Is Simon Cowell worth $144M -- a year?
The TV ZoneKing o' the world? (Getty Images Photo) I see the press has its tighty-whities all in knot over the report out the U.K. yesterday that Simon Cowell - SiCo - has been offered $144 million a year to continue......Tags: Consumer Electronics Industry, Rupert Murdoch, Patents, Copyrights and Trademarks, Getty Images Incorporated, Simon Fuller
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