The couple embarked on the vacation after Ryan hosted ABC’s New Year Rockin’ Eve with Jenny McCarthy.  Julianne just finished up her new movie “Safe Haven” so a little R&R was in order.

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“She’s not my girlfriend, We’re people who date. She’s adorable, isn’t she?”  .

The fling, (because that’s what it is), started back when Carmen was a judge on “Britain’s Got Talent”.  During an interview with Access Hollywood Live, Electra gave her side of the relationship,

“The thing is, we worked together on ‘Britain’s Got Talent.’ I was a guest judge and I had so much fun. I really liked him. I think he’s really cool.”

Now, obviously, he’s in [Los Angeles] with X Factor and we started to hang out and we became friends … I think he’s a great guy.’

The rumors between the two go as far back as September when they were spotted holding hands at the LA restaurant Cecconi’s.

Carmen Electra was married to Dennis Rodman and Dave  Navarro so ultra good looking as never been her thing.  Although Cowell looks every bit his age at 56, Electra is stunning at age 40. However, I bet Cowell looks really good naked……standing next to his bank statement.  Simon Cowell is worth $320 Million!!

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Kevin Reilly of foxed announced yesterday that the deal was done.  Mariah then said a few words,

“I am so excited to be joining ‘American Idol, This kind of all just happened really quickly.”

Then Simon Fuller – not to be mixed up with Simon Cowell also put his stamp of approval on things,

“We are proud to have one of the world’s greatest-ever female singers join our show, Mariah defines the word ‘Idol’ and will inspire every singer that has the honor of performing in front of her.”

She is just one replacement.  The jury is still out as to her others will be although producer Nigel Lythgoe was hopeful that Jennifer Lopez would return (which contradicts reports that she was fired).

Nigel told the press on Monday,

Since she told “Idol” host Ryan Seacrest she was 99 percent sure she was leaving, that means there’s a 1 percent chance she won’t, Lythgoe said Monday.

But Nigel was also on record for telling critics that the show should be refreshed each season with new judges, which I personally totally disagree with.

For Carey this is an extremely calculated business move.  She is making $18 million for a one season option making her the highest paid judge on any music competition show.  Aguilera is at $10 million for “The Voice”, Britney Spears is at $16 million for “The X Factor”.  Howard Stern is rumored to have gotten $20 Million for AGT but it’s not classified as a “music” competition show.

Carey is also working on her newest album and this will be a ridiculous amount of free promotion.  Carey said,

“I’m currently in the studio working on my new album and its first single, ‘Triumphant,’ which will be out early next month, I can’t wait to channel my creative energy as a part of this show which is a massive global phenomenon.”

Her husband Nick Cannon opened his mouth to give a statement but all I heard was “Cha-ching” and other cash register related sounds.

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The whole tearful admission to Seacrest was reportedly all a farce.

J. Lo WANTED MORE DOUGH!

Jennifer Lopez who was getting what was originally thought to be $12 million but was later verified that she was earning $15 million and she wanted a raise.

TVST=> Was she jelly over Britney’s pay check from Simon Cowell?  

She wanted a $2 million dollar raise and Fox flat out said no.  They didn’t even counter.

Then they decided just not to renew Steven Tylers option.

The whole, “After some long hard thoughts, I’ve decided it’s time for me to let go my mistress “American Idol before” she boils the rabbit” was bull.  The decision was made for him.  It appears that the mistress dropped him first.  The decision to go on tour with Aerosmith is a lot easier when you compare it to being unemployed.

RANDY IS ON THE CHOPPING BLOCK

Yo Dawg – Randy better get his resume updated and start friending people on Linked-In because he is right there on the cutting edge. Rumor has it that he’s next.  They are looking at revamping Idol completely and leaving just Ryan Seacrest.  For now, Randy is playing the role as supportive co-judge and 100% Pro-Idol and it’s choices.  In the wake of the Lopez-Tyler booting he says,

“Steven and Jennifer are truly two of the most talented and consummate professionals I’ve worked with. I was friends with them before we hopped on this crazy journey together and I have no doubt our friendships will continue long after. I will love them for life.”

I would actually hate to see the Rand-man go.  Hopefully he can hang on long enough to fall in sync with the new judges.  Possible talks now are: Aretha Franklin, Mariah Carey and Celine Dion.

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Lopez’s reason for leaving is she’s just too busy.  She told Seacrest,

“I honestly feel like the time has come for me to doing the other things I do that I’ve kind of put on hold because I love Idol so much.”

She said that she struggled with the decision and swore that money was not a factor in her choice.  She earned $12 million for last season despite viewership being down 25 percent.

This leaves the shows’ creator Simon Fuller with a situation.  He’s got to fill what is two of the most high profile judging positions on TV.  He can see this as opportunity or disaster.  Which one it really is will depend on who he’s able to get to commit.

With the new season gearing up to start in January the search is on!  So far there has been no word on if Randy Jackson is in our out. If Randy goes……who knows.  …and just in case you were worried, Seacrest is in.

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No one is more relieved than Mike Darnell, one of Fox’s presidents.  He said in a statement to the press,

  “His ability to engage the viewers, keep the contestants at ease during intense moments and adapt to any situation, especially during the live shows, solidifies him as the absolute best in the business.”

Translation: “PHEW!!!”

HOW MUCH IS RYAN SEACREST’S NEW CONTRACT?

How about $15 million.  Not bad for a two night a week gig, but trust me Ryan is working much more then just two nights pwer week and he is making much more than $15 million a sum that Idol can afford to pay because it’s still the most watched show in the Us; 11 season strong.

Seacrest also released a statement,

“For the last 11 seasons, I’ve had the privilege to be a part of one of television’s most iconic shows. It’s been a wild ride, and I’m excited for my journey with American Idol to continue.  The legions of fans, amazingly talented contestants, judges, and producers, along with the hard working Idol crew, impress me every time we go on air and make hosting the show a dream job. I especially appreciate the support and confidence of Peter Rice, Mike Darnell and the entire Fox team — as well as the support of everyone at FremantleMedia North America — and I look forward to continuing our partnership.”

Very eloquently worded, very appropriate and seemingly humble.  The boy is Good!! He will ride Idol until the wheels fall off, with his Radio Shows,  American Top 40, and On Air With Ryan Seacrest, Executive producing credits for Dick Clarks New Year’s Rockin’ Eve, Keeping up with the Kardsahsian’s, Chloe and Lamar,  reality shows including Mommas Boys and Bromance, Shahs of Sunset and Laure Ann Gibson’s Born to Dance, he just might be the busiest man in showbiz.  Literally.   His total salary is about $45 – $65 million per year.

Seacrest also gets paychecks from co-ownership of eight restaurants and a clothing line. Here his how he stacks up.  His Earnings according to Forbes since 2006.

May 2010 to May 2011 Earnings: $61 Million
May 2009 to May 2010 Earnings: $51 Million
May 2006 to May 2007 Earnings: $14 Million

Ryan Seacrest’s estimated networth? $125 million.  Seacrest….OUT!

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Ryan Seacrest and Matt Lauer had everyone wondering if Seacrest was actually going to replace Lauer when in fact Seacrest was just announcing that he would be joining the NBC team to host the 2012 Olympics.  While Matt joked with Seacrest regarding a take over, he knew in the back of his mind that that was far from the truth.

DETAILS OF MATT’S NEW CONTRACT

Matt’s new salary is almost double his current $17 million.  Matt Lauer will be paid a staggering $30 million per year to remain as head anchor for NBC.  (The New York Post reports $25 Million)

The new contract also covers Matt’s commute from the Hamptons and he only has to do 4 days per week.

Dayumm!!

 MATT SAYS, NO MORE CURRY!

..and we are not talking about curry chicken my friends.  We are talking about Ann Curry.  According to TMZ Matt does not want her to be his co-host on the Today show.  The rumor is that part of his new contract was the promise of a new co-host.  Ann Curry has been in her roll for less than a year, replacing Meredith Vieira.

Steve Capus, NBC’s new Head man in charge, denies that Lauer’s contract contains any such clause.

“I’m the guy who signed the contract, Any suggestion of any provision of co-anchor is categorically untrue.”

What is known for sure is that since Curry’s take over the ratings have been on a steady decline.  The Today show used to smash Good morning America by 851,000 viewers, now it’s lead has been trimmed to 552,000 in less then a year.  This is a trend that Steve Capus will have to put an end to. Since Lauer is back, changing something to stop the trend would suggest a new co-host is likely.

So with a sigh of release, I can at least say, “Seacrest is OUT!”.

Phew!

COSMO

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Clay Aiken’s star is also shining again (refer to Jaleel White story) due to reality TV.  He is actually doing surprisingly well on The Celebrity Apprentice and as a result of renewed interest in him, he made an appearance on Bravo’s Watch What Happens live.

There is a segment on the show called “Plead the Fifth” and Clay did everything but.  He answered every question.

He was asked: “Marry, Screw, or Kill” with Simon Cowell, Randy Jackson and Ryan Seacrest.  Don’t forget he is gay.  Once you know that, his answer was somewhat predictable, Kill Simon, Marry Randy and Screw Ryan Seacrest.

THE RIHANNA ANSWER

When asked which pop star today wouldn’t make it past the first round of American Idol,  he first suggested that there were too many to name.  Then he singled out Rihanna saying that she has “pitch problems”.  OUCH!

SUCKING FACE?

The last question Andy Cohen went for the plastic surgery rumors.  He asked if Clay indeed had work done.  To Clay’s merit, he stepped up to the plate and admitted that he had slight facial reconstructive surgery.  He said he had the fat sucked out of is chin.

LeonnaShay Actually called the surgery on her blog.

Here is the clip of the end of his segment on BRAVO.

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>>>SCROLL DOWN TO SEE JERMAINE GET KICKED OFF!<<<

Jermaine created this mess himself. By getting caught in is initial lies, he put himself and his entire background into question.  After the crazy story yesterday about Jones reporting that his estranged father showed up out of nowhere looking for a payday, when in fact he had dinner with his father 2 nights before, Idol decided to look deeper into Jones’ past.

LOOKEE HERE LOOKEE HERE…

Guess what they found?  They found out that Jermaine Jones was charged with 2 crimes in his past.

I know what you are thinking, “The guy is 25 and they must have found something he did 5 or 6 years ago”.

WRONG!  He was charged in 2011.  Last freakin’ year!  Then to put the icing on the Jermaine Jones cake, he has a warrant out for his arrest.  One of the crimes involved assault and during both arrests Jermaine Jones provided a fake name to authorities.  The producers felt it was just too risky to keep him on the show.

RATINGS BONANZA FOR “IDOL”

With all of this free publicity American Idol decided to confront Jones on camera and played the confrontation during the Wednesday nights broadcast.  I’m still seeing  if this was truly a ratings boost for the show.  They with the drama almost immediately.  Ryan Seacrest opens the show first by stating,

“With the cooperation of law enforcement we discovered information that left us with no choice but to eliminate one of our finalists from the competition. When you’re doing a live show, anything can happen.”

Then he says his usual opening statement,

“This is American Idol.”

They don’t real the name of who will be kicked off the show but by now everyone knew.  Then halfway through the program, they show the producers, including Nigel Lythgoe confronting Jermaine with the allegations and dismissing him from the show.  Jermaine gives his reason for the deceit,

“I just was scared and nervous and didn’t want to get judged and penalized for anything in the past,”

Lythoge then replies regarding Jones’ outstanding warrant,

“We’re not allowed to have anybody that has an outstanding warrant on the program, And you have four.”

That was the end of Jones’ Idol career.  BUH-BYE!

COSMO

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Wow!  Before I could even get the details of Steven Jones exit, Nicole Scherzinger and Paula Abdul were right behind him. WOW!!

Simon Cowell is a beast!!  There are reports that Simon wanted to take the show in a different direction, MISSION ACCOMPLISHED!!

WHOS CONFIRMED AND WHO’S NOT?

Steven Jones exit is confirmed because he tweeted it,

“I wont be hosting next seasons XFactor which is a shame but I cant complain as I’ve had a great time.”

He is definitely a wrap.  I thought he was decent at best – but not good enough to take the show where it needs to go.

Scherzinger’s dismissal was confirmed by a FOX rep.  They confirmed that her contract was not renewed.  No comments were made by Fox on Paula’s status.

Nigel Lythgoe who is the executive producer of idol tweeted,

“Shocked to see Simon has fired Paula Abdul, Nicole and Steve from the X-Factor.”

That leads credibility to all the rumors.

L.A. Reid is still holding on.  There have been no comments about his status one way or the other, but things look good for him.

SIMON THE GREAT

This is what makes Simon great in my opinion.  He has the courage to take his own advice, throw caution to the wind and make drastic changes, (even though rumor has it, that Nicole’s exit was her decision, “so she can focus on her music”).

Simon was disappointed with the shows overall performance. Despite solid ratings, he will not be happy until X-Factor is bigger then American Idol.  Period.  Now with “The voice” being a surprise hit, the bar is set even higher.

Steve Jones, weather he liked it or not was being compared to Ryan Seacrest every night it was on, which was unfair, but so is life.  Seacrest has been doing “Idol” since 2002,  comparatively Jones looked uncomfortable at best.  The show itself was simply overproduced and the judges were more worried about themselves and their careers then the talent.  The show was exhausting to watch…..

With Seacrest leaving “Idol” and the show just not being the same, there leaves room for a new champ and Simon Cowell sees the opportunity to claim the throne.  He’s not one to let opportunity pass him by. Rumors are flying on who will be the replacement judges, Mariah Carey?  Mary J. Blige?

Simon has definitely created buzz again around his show.  I might actually make it through a complete season this time around.

-Cosmo

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