In a surprising development, this season’s “American Idol” will see a rule change which involved providing the show’s judges a right to veto. The “Judges’ Save” rule was announced this weeks thus giving the show’s four judges (Randy Jackson, Simon Cowell, Paula Abdul and Kara DioGuardi)the power to save one contender from elimination by the [...]

American Idol judges Paula Abdul and Simon Cowell sent their condolences to Oscar-winning actress and singer Jennifer Hudson, who’s mother, brother and nephew were killed by an unknown suspect. “This is a horrific tragedy and my thoughts and prayers go out to Jennifer and her entire family,” Abdul said. “I was horrified when I heard [...]