BREAKING NEWS
OK LogoPHOTOS

10 Pop Stars To Potentially Become American Idol's New Judges

Spl428320_027.jpg

Jan. 28 2015, Updated 6:41 p.m. ET

Link to FacebookShare to XShare to Email

As you've probably already heard, there's going to be yet another shake-up on the set of American Idol. Randy Jackson and Nicki Minaj have both made their official announcements that they'll be ditching their judging gig leaving just Mariah Carey and Keith Urban. Will those two come back next season? We're not sure, but we've got a few ideas...

Watch: Justin Bieber and Selena Gomez to Join 'American Idol' as Judges?

Article continues below advertisement

With season 12 coming to an end tonight, we've taken the liberty of compiling a list of possible pop stars to take over on the judging panel next season. Find out our 10 picks in the gallery below!

OK! News: 'American Idol' Contestant Angie Miller Is Releasing Her First Single!

Who do you want to see as a judge on season 13 of American Idol? Tell us in the comment section below and tweet us @OKMagazine.

1. Carly Rae Jepsen

Spl428320_027_ _2.jpg
Source: Splash News

Did ya know that Carly came in third on 'Canadian Idol'?! Ryan Seacrest, call her maybe?!

Article continues below advertisement

2. Bruno Mars

Spl494952_024_ _1.jpg
Source: Splash News

He's a little old school and a little R&B and a lot of everything we love. Do you think he'd be a good judge or would he just wanna be lazy all day...get it!?

Article continues below advertisement

3. Jason Derulo

Spl541697_009_ _1.jpg
Source: Splash News

Jaaaasonnnn Deruuuulooo! We can just hear Ryan singing that every week as he introduces the "Don't Wanna Go Home" singer.

Article continues below advertisement

4. Ariana Grande

Spl541656_023_ _1.jpg
Source: Splash News

She might be young, but this chick has definitely got it. We're obsessing over Ariana right now and think she would make the perfect addition to the show.

Article continues below advertisement

5. Katy Perry

Spl538242_019_ _1.jpg
Source: Splash News
MORE ON:
PHOTOS

She's got 12 People's Choice Awards and 2 American Music Awards under her belt and the personality to make all of American tune in every week.

Article continues below advertisement

6. Emeli Sandé

Spl541945_021_ _1.jpg
Source: Splash News

Our new favorite Brit, Emeli's voice is just too amazing to not be shared every week on our TV screens. She definitely has what it take to pick out the next chart-topper.

Article continues below advertisement

7. Adam Lambert

Spl493209_003_ _1.jpg
Source: Splash News

Adam could bring the intensity the past couple seasons have been missing. Being an 'AI' runner-up himself, we're pretty sure he wouldn't be holding back with any criticism.

Article continues below advertisement

8. Kellie Pickler

Spl544140_031_ _1.jpg
Source: Splash News

'AI' alum herself, Kellie Pickler would make the perfect country version of Paula Abdul on the judging panel, right?!

Article continues below advertisement

9. Justin Timberlake

Spl493972_008_ _1.jpg
Source: Splash News

Okay, fine, so maybe this one is a stretch but how amazing would JT be as an 'American Idol' judge?!

Article continues below advertisement

10. Luke Bryan

Spl522828_017_ _1.jpg
Source: Splash News

Every season we need a bit of good 'ol country in there...and what better guy than southern hottie, Luke Bryan?

Advertisement

Want OK! each day? Sign up here!

Opt-out of personalized ads

© Copyright 2024 OK!™️. A DIVISION OF EMPIRE MEDIA GROUP INC. OK! is a registered trademark. All rights reserved. Registration on or use of this site constitutes acceptance of our Terms of Service, Privacy Policy and Cookies Policy. People may receive compensation for some links to products and services. Offers may be subject to change without notice.