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Idol: Katy Perry should replace Kara

By Kathy Hanrahan

Posted: January 27, 2010

I was watching "American Idol" last night and I can't get over how great a judge Katy Perry was. She seemed to actually take the job seriously, unlike Avril Lavigne, who just sat there giggling with that stupid hoodie on her head.

Katy wasn't afraid to tell Kara that she made no sense. Finally! I have been dying for someone to do that!

Sometimes, Kara seems to be talking just to hear herself talk. I think the contestants need an actual judge, not someone who is trying to make a name for themselves by coming up with snappy things to say. (Though Katy had the comment of the night when she threatened to pour her Coke on Kara.)

Back to Katy though - She held her own on the panel and gave constructive criticism to the contestants.

So what did you think of Katy and Avril?

And what about the contestants? So far, I am rooting for John Park, Christopher “Chris” Golightly and Tyler Graddy.

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My husband hates this show but loved Katy Perry. She held her own against all 3 of them. Loved her. My favorite so far was the guy last night who was on stage with Fantasia in NY. He was fantastic.

pcgolfgrl
January 28, 2010 7:20 p.m.

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Haven't seen any talent that blows me away yet. As far as the judges- good ridence to Paula. I wish she had taken Kara with her. I'm waiting for the sparks to fly when Ellen gets in the judge's seat. I think she may steal a little of Simon's thunder. The only problem with Ellen, and I like her, is that I'm afraid she's going to feel like she has to be "on" all the time, as a comedian. We'll see.

GoldenLover
January 28, 2010 11:28 a.m.

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Avril is a joke. I did like Katy Perry though, especially when she told Kara that this wasn't an audition for a lifetime movie, it's a singing competition. In my opinion Kara is trying to be like Paula bc she wasn't as caring about ppl last year. Sorry Kara you're no Paula. I can't even say your washed up bc no one even knew you existed until last season. I think for giggles they should have made "bikini girl" a guest judge just to tick off kara.

bobaloo742
January 28, 2010 9:55 a.m.

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what was with that clown in the devil costume. Im not much of a judge except or fan of the show but How Stupid?

Retired07
January 28, 2010 9:05 a.m.

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Tired, tired, tired of hearing about this show.

2thebeach
January 28, 2010 8:28 a.m.

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I thought Katy and Avril were both bogus judges. Shania Twain was the best guest judge. But then again, I tend toward the who cares bandwagon. The show is past it.

thefensk
January 27, 2010 6:02 p.m.

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Katy and Avril are you typical no talent spoiled brats. Kara is terrific. Avril and that stupid devil costume was laughable.

cschul57
January 27, 2010 6:00 p.m.

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I think Katy Perry was rude and obnoxious and made Simon look like a nice guy!

luvcanes
January 27, 2010 4:53 p.m.

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Agreed. Who cares. I will say though that Kay Perry is not a good role model for any child.

nikbrow
January 27, 2010 4:04 p.m.

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who cares

hotlapsmag
January 27, 2010 3:34 p.m.

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