Is Simon Cowell Trying To Get Kara Dioguardi Fired?
As the fourth ‘American Idol’ judge controversy flares back up again, the question comes, was Simon Cowell blatantly dissing Kara Dioguardi on Tuesday night? AccessHollywood.com’s ‘Dish of Salt’ Laura Saltman spoke to Kara about the rumor Mr. Nasty is trying to give her the boot. “Simon’s trying to get me fired?” Kara asked. “You know what, I don’t think he’d have to try, to be honest with you. I think he could just be like, ‘Eject. Gone.'”
Watch the interview via accesshollywood.com below the cut.
Scott MacIntyre Visits ‘Good Day LA’ After ‘Idol’ Ouster
April 12, 2009 - Scott MacIntyre stuck around a long time, but his ‘American Idol’ journey ended Wednesday night. The visually impaired singer talked about his experiences on the show with ‘Good Day LA’ co-hosts Michael, Dorothy, and Jillian. Scott said he was pleased with Simon Cowell telling him backstage afterwards he was conflicted whether to use the save with him, and added he’ll miss the ability to banter with the judges. As for his vision, Scott says he sees 2 degrees of tunnel vision, which he compared to looking through a straw. After the ‘Idol’ tour, Scott says he’s looking forward to producing and writing his own material. The interview video at myfoxla.com has since been removed.
Megan Joy Feeling A Little Scared After ‘Idol’ Boot
April 5, 2009 - Megan Joy from Utah has been sent packing on “American Idol.” The elimination of the blonde single mom with the giant tattoo on her arm means only eight contestants remain. Fox Chicago’s Patrick Elwood has more, with Joy saying afterwards, “I feel a little scared, because I don’t know what my future’s holding. Who knows. I feel a little sad because I’m used to my life out here and I’m used to the people I’m around. I’m around a lot of good people.” The brief clip at myfoxchicago.com has since been removed.