Days from now American Idol Season 9 will be launching on Fox, but before that they have faced many issues up ahead both good and bad and before we set our eyes on the Idol stage here’s a background check on the latest updates before the preview.

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Before the search for people with big voices and great falcetto, photos are released of the new set of judges for the ultimate reality talent search American Idol. Fox shows the first cast shot which is composed of Randy Jackson, Kara DioGuardi (returning for her second season), Simon Cowell, Ellen DeGeneres, with host Ryan Seacrest. This is totally a more reliable confirmation of Paula Abdul saying goodbye to the Idol stage as Ellen says hello.

After the statement released by Fox regarding their newest judge, Ellen has this to say: "I'm thrilled to be the new judge on 'American Idol…I've watched since the beginning, and I've always been a huge fan. So getting this job is a dream come true, and think of all the money I'll save from not having to text in my vote." Ellen has always been a huge fan of the show. It can be remembered how her show graces its audience with featured interviews of American Idol finalists plus live performances. On how she will judge the contestants she says “…I love everything about it and I love music, as you know. Hopefully I’m the people’s point of view because I’m just like you…I’m not looking at it in a critical way from the producer’s mind. I’m looking at it as a person who is going to buy the music and is going to relate to that person…”

Although Ellen is the newest fourth judge, she won’t be taking the seat till February. During Auditions guest judges will be taking her place starting with Victoria Beckham.

The two-night, four-hour season premier will feature Boston and Atlanta. Other guest judges to take the seat are Mary J Blidge, Kristin Chenoweth, Neil Patrick Harris, Joe Jonas, Avril Lavigne, Katy Perry and Shania Twain.

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Another boiling confirmation regarding the Idol judges is on the circulating rumor regarding Simon Cowell leaving American Idol. Records search shows Simon’s brother, Tony, confirming the rumor to be true after stating about the press statement that is being prepared regarding his brother departure from the Idol at the end of 2010 to concentrate on bringing The X Factor’s American version to the US TV in 2011.

Simon’s popularity grew with his truth-bomb which is sort of insulting to others but are sure tough courage to most. The exciting part in his persona in the Idol is that he dare says what other people are afraid to do in the worry of hurting someone’s feelings or ego.

With his new show coming to America, people can’t help but wonder who will take the seat as judge both as Simon’s replacement to the Idol and for the X Factor. The said talent show is said to be similar to American Idol that bets about Paula Abdul being recruited for one of the position. Regarding the replacement, another question hangs whether the thrill and gist of the said show will ever be the same without Simon’s comments. Who will replace his hard punch criticism? It is undeniable how his word per word comments on performances can find a person irritated and sympathetic on contestants; the truth is this makes the show exciting. For now Simon and this season’s new set of judge are on the roll in preparing for their premier.

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This may not be judge related yet fans of American Idol would sure like to know about this next news. American Idol alum Jason Castro just got married.

The Season 7’s fourth runner up Idol tied the knot with his girlfriend Mandy Mayhall. They were wed near Jason’s hometown in Dallas.

The Idol talent who was known for his dreadlocks Tweeted on Sunday “Yesterday I married the girl of my dreams… It couldn’t have been more perfect! Now, honeymoooon!!!”

Besides the great news on his getting married, Jason will be releasing his debut album this spring.

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A sneak peak in the Idol auditions before the premier:

Kara DioGuardi revealed that there’s a chance this new Season of American Idol has a promise brought by Britain’s Got Talent finalist Susan Boyle.

During the judges’ instant people search for the Idol finalist, the auditions show talents which reminded the said judge of the Boyle. Last year, Boyle became an overnight sensation as she sang Les Miserables’ ” I dream a dream”. For Kara the audition showed potentials whose appearance seemed to be overcome by their voices.

Speaking of the her likeness, Boyle’s debut album hits top charts in the Billboard as it took on number one on record’s sale.