Brian Dunkleman Won’t Be In Next ‘American Idol’

Reuters reports ‘American Idol’ co-host Brian Dunkleman won’t be part of the hit Fox reality show’s second season. The Dunk was allowed to save face by declaring Thursday that it was his decision not to return. “I have decided not to return for season two in order to pursue other opportunities in the world of TV and feature films,” Dunkleman said, adding that he was “so grateful” for the opportunity “Idol” had given him.