That`s a bit surprising, isn`t it.  Kara DioGuardi has been added as judge number 4 to American Idol`s Paula Abdul, Simon Cowell and Randy Jackson.

The show`s creator Simon Fuller:

“We are turning the heat up on Idol this year and are thrilled to welcome Kara to the judges’ table,”

He adds:

“She is a smart, sassy lady, and one of America’s most successful songwriters. We know she will bring a new level of energy and excitement to the show,”

You are probably familiar with some of the 38 year old DioGuardi`s work:  Co-wrote Celine Dion hits “Right In Front Of You” and “Sorry For Love.”,  Kylie Minogue`s “Spinning Around “, Co-wrote and sang on Enrique Iglesias’s hit single “Escape.” and also on Celine Dion`s “One Heart“.

It should be an interesting season!!  Will you be watching.

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