Nicki Minaj, Keith Urban, Mariah Carey confirmed as new Idol judges
LOS ANGELES, CALIFORNIA: It’s official, American Idol’s judging seats have been filled. The original Randy Jackson is in, as is Mariah Carey, Keith Urban, and Nicki Minaj.
CeCile Frout-Coutaz the C.E.O of Fremantle Media had glowing comments to say about Keith Urban one of the newest judges:
”He’s one of country music‘s true stars who brings with him charm, wit and knowledge about the industry,” Frot-Coutaz said.
“It’s really an honor to have been invited to be a part of the American Idol family,” Urban said in a statement to CNN Sunday. ”I’m looking forward to working with everyone and to seeing the same passion that I have for music in all of the participants.”
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