Adam Lambert: No 'American Idol' Judge Spot...

There are a lot of disappointed Glamberts because the American Idol judges have finally been revealed and Adam Lambert is not on the panel. Fox has announced that the new judges will include Mariah Carey, Nicki Minaj, and Keith Urban. In addition, despite rumors that he would move to a mentor position, Randy Jackson will be returning as a judge. For several months, rumors pointed towards Adam as a major contender for a spot at the judges table, and he even said in many recent interviews that it was a possibility.

However, just because Adam is not a judge does not mean that

he will not show up on the show this season. There is always the possibility that he could be asked to be a mentor. It would not be the first time, because Adam served as a mentor during Elvis week on American Idol during season 9. He did a great job and even MTV News said that he "provided some of the most candid and spot-on advice of any mentor in the show's history."

In addition, Adam has a new single coming out very soon. Many speculated that he was stalling on announcing the release date to coincide with the American Idol judge announcement. But even though he is not a judge, American Idol is a great platform to perform the single for the first time on TV once it's released. He already sang Trespassing on the VH1 NewNowNext awards earlier this year, but that was before it became an official single. Adam has performed his past singles on American Idol, including Whataya Want From Me and Never Close Our Eyes. The show provides huge exposure for any artist and the timing of the show could be perfect to coincide with the Trespassing single release.

As one fan tweeted, that Adam was being considered for an American Idol judge position and stayed in the running until the end is an honor and accomplishment in itself. Plus, now he will have more time to prepare a tour for Trespassing!

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Comments: 16

sharon sullivan Sep 16, 2012, 2:22pm UTC

Yes I am disappointed that Adam is not going to be a judge on AI but because of the way he was treated i e S8 and how producers handle the hype about judges these past months i have lost all respect for this sinking ship. Adam doesn't need to appear on AI in any capacity. If I were him I was finally break all ties with this show. Any show that would choose Nicki Minaj as a judge should be ashamed.

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Sandi Shader Sep 16, 2012, 3:18pm UTC

honestly, I am not disappointed. I don't think he needs to tie himself up with Idol anymore. Mentoring is one thing. Thats always a plus, but I agree, Idol is a sinking ship. Adam was the best thing to hapen to American Idol and if they don't see that and use the people they are using instead, they are a sinking ship being navigated by blind captains. Adam Lambert is his own shining star...I'm actually happy he won't be judging

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melody kramer Sep 16, 2012, 4:03pm UTC

I would have been thrilled to see my favorite singer twice a week on TV.I also think Adam would have made a terrific judge. He is honest,talented,funny and knows Idol from experience,he would have helped the contestants in many ways. Oh well... moving on. I am Thankful to Idol for introducing Adam to the world,so I'm not bitter.

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Elaine M. Sep 16, 2012, 4:20pm UTC

I do not think it was an "honor" for Adam to be considered as an American Idol judge. Adam is one of the best singers and entertainers in the business, far better than the four new judges. Mariah can sing, but was never known for her showmanship. Adam would have been an asset for the show. Their choice of Menaj could very well be the end of American Idol. They were down 29% for the final last year but still had over 20 million viewers. The tried and true American Idol fans will hate Minaj. How many of them will be lost? I believe it will be more viewers than she can bring in. I see that you read my Adam Lambert Fan Club blog where I suggested that Adam may have been switched to becoming a mentor when Randy remained on as a judge. At this point I would rather see Adam on a worldwide tour with Queen than as a mentor on American Idol's sinking ship. I believe that the producers handled the reveal of the judges very badly. I will never watch the show again unless Adam is on it.

Elaine M. Sep 16, 2012, 4:25pm UTC

Kerry Kolsch: For some reason my comment was logged in with a different name. My office computer is used by others.

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80s_and _sunny Sep 16, 2012, 4:30pm UTC

I'm deeply disappointed and baffled by the decision to pass on this phenomenally talented man as judge. It's their loss, and I will not be watching. In the meantime, I absolutely believe that there are bigger and brighter opportunities in store for him. As somebody on Twitter put it: "Adam just lost his ticket for a trip on the Titanic."

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Rose Haddix Sep 16, 2012, 4:45pm UTC

Way to hammer the FINAL NAIL in the coffin of AI. Buh-Bye......

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Trudy Szabo Sep 16, 2012, 4:53pm UTC

Well said Rose Haddix!! Minaj will kill the show for sure this season. It has one foot in the grave anyway. From the start of this judges rumor mill I didn't want Adam to be associated with the show. It cannot go on forever. Let it die. We all know who will be in the final anyway....Celine Dion/Whitney Houston wannabe or WGWG.

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Dawn Fischer Sep 16, 2012, 6:20pm UTC

...I'm GLAD he's not going to be a judge on Idol. I think it would have been a horrible move for his career. I've said that on a couple other forums. Yes, we Glamberts would have enjoyed seeing him twice a week, and his input is always spot on, but for HIM..bad move..Idol is sinking..and I don't want that to be where Adam is when the show finally drowns..he's done everything and said every appropriate thing to show his loyalty to the show for giving him a showcase for his amazing talent..." now that's enough Adam..you don't have to keep doing it...ya need to distance yourself ". Adam is an international star now..he's doing just fine without sitting as a judge on a show that seems to be becoming more about the judges, and the hype, than the contestants...

Sandy Danielson Sep 16, 2012, 11:36pm UTC

Everything you said here is so true. I feel bad for him because he seemed to have wanted to do this but we also know that Adam is far superior to any entertainer on the scene and he has so much more to accomplish. He doesn't need AI for that.

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Jet M. Sep 16, 2012, 7:10pm UTC

I can't help but think it is better for Adam to disasociate somewhat with Idol. It seems AI is past it's time. Though I am sure Adam will appear on AI from time to time and I will watch then, I think the show is pretty much done. Would have loved to see Adam on TV twice a week though. I didn't watch AI much last year and won't this year either. Their judge choices hold no interest for me now.

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Shaunna Z. Sep 16, 2012, 8:02pm UTC

Idol jumped the shark, although it may have navigated through the changes it needs if they'd allowed AFL on board as a judge. I supported him as I could see the benefit in his being on network TV on a regular basis, and it was something he was vocal about wanting to do. Love of Idol, not so much.

Nevertheless, while I'm sure he's - as well as numerous fans - are disappointed in the outcome, he needs to creatively soldier on. The old constructs are rapidly changing, and he simply needs to keep moving forward.

And that is actually one of his greatest assets.

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Janet Bilicki Sep 16, 2012, 8:12pm UTC

I admit I'm disappointed. Adam needs radio airplay and TV time. He is the consumate performer. I understand IDOL wanting performers who sell big numbers. I'm sure they think that is the only way to get the numbers back. I think despite his sales, however, Adam would have been desirable to many people. So many people I talked to, especially the die-hard IDOL watchers said they'd love to watch him on IDOL. Nicki has limited talent and will be a freak show, which might work. I'd like to see Adam mentor at least one week. Then I'd watch it. Urban will probably help a little because he is country. Please do a world tour with Queen Adam......let us know ASAP that this is in the works. We need to see you perform more. It was an honor that he was even considered since the music world has essentially snubbed him. I think he's too good and makes everyone look bad. Just my opinion.....

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Kat Jones Sep 16, 2012, 8:16pm UTC

i think Idol lost a very original concept in having a former successful contestant as a judge. there are no other shows that can do that as their show has only been on for 1 or 2 years. that would have made them standout among the others and would have put the contestants first and foremost as Adam could have helped the contestants because he was in their shoes and would know what they are going through. Now AI is like the x factor and the voice - high powered celebrity judges pimping their cd's videos and tours! Minaj is so unarticulate it's unbelievable! Adam doesn't need Idol. When Idol fails he'll be far away from there. People would blame him for the demise of Idol if he was on the panel anyway!

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Jocelyne Bertin Sep 16, 2012, 10:29pm UTC

It will be a real surprise if that they take Adam on the panel Juge. Why? I tell you why, first because the christian would not want him there because they hate Adam because his gai and they put probably a plainte again to tell that juge are not good for there children..Im sure of that but the other side, many peoples love Adam in the season 8 and are really be mad because he dont won the competition but he deserved it..and since he dont won we all know's how the down the show will go down and down each years after that deception. So the American Idol dont want to have Adam in full time there because they will afraid about what the other side like Christian would be mad..so I know that Adam will not work at that place like a juge...we all know's that is not fair but you know Im sure that is that last year the A.I will be play on tv...since Adam dont win the show are a real catastrophy...so...

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marissa nathan Jan 20, 2013, 9:30pm UTC

Adam is okay. I like the addition of Nicki Minaj to the group and Mariah Carey. Simon Cowell was great but things change and new fsces are always good to keep the show fresh.

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