American Idol Guest Judges So Far

Posted on 2009 under American Idol with 5,889 views

By now, I’m sure you’re well aware of the fact that during season 9 of American Idol, there are several celebrity guest judges who will be sitting in the place that Paula Abdul left empty. Victoria Beckham and Katy Perry were the first, Shania Twain was in Chicago to guest judge the auditions, and Neil Patrick Harris will be judging the Dallas auditions. Let’s take a brief moment to look at the other rumored American Idol guest judges and speculate about how well they’ll do.

Avril Lavigne

She’ll be joining Katy Perry in the LA leg of the auditions and I’m not too sure about her being an American Idol guest judge. I suppose her being a relatively successful music artist gives her the right to guest judge, but I don’t think she’s as experienced as the other judges and guest judges due to her age.

Kristen Chenoweth

Yet another highly-acclaimed Broadway star joins the guest judges, this time in Orlando. Kristen Chenowith is most known for her role in Pushing Daisies, which got her an Emmy nomination, and is also an original cast member of the Broadway hit Wicked. Some people think that Paula’s replacement should have more experience in the recording industry rather than actual singing talent, but it will definitely be refreshing seeing Kristen in Paula’s chair for at least an episode.

Kelly Clarkson

Should a former American Idol winner be guest judging the next contestant? It might be interesting to hear Kelly Clarkson’s perspective on the competition as an alumnus and winner of the show, but I’m not sure if that gives her enough clout to decide who moves up and who leaves Hollywood.

Mary J. Blige

Mary J Blige was also at the Atlanta auditions, and I think she might make a pretty good judge because of her long, successful career as an R&B musician. She’s likely to add thoughtful comments and critiques to the panel. To be perfectly honest though, I’m not really a big fan and I wouldn’t be too excited if she got to stay on for good.

Joe Jonas

I’m pretty sure the middle Jonas brother was only added to the roster to appeal to the tween demographic. I’m highly doubtful he’ll be replacing Paula for good.