Randy Jackson

Now that Upfronts 2015 have entered the scheduling phase, we thought most of the major renewals, cancellations and pickups had delivered their biggest surprises. Not so apparently, as FOX has decided to put American Idol out to pasture after 15 seasons, ending the reality singing competition for good next year.

Randy Jackson is still in it to win it: EW.com has confirmed that the original ‘American Idol’ judge will return for an 11th season on Fox’s top-rated series. Also returning for season 11 is Aerosmith rocker Steven Tyler — not exactly the most surprising revelation, considering he initially signed on for more than one season, according to EW.com.

Last night, "American Idol" cut the Top 24 down to 13 finalists . . . 10 that were chosen by America, plus three "wild cards" that were chosen by the judges.  (--They gave six contestants the chance to "sing for their lives" . . . and picked three... Read More ...