Politics is in the air for the DioGuardi family, as the dad of “Idol” judge Kara is planning to run for Senator in the state of New York.
“American Idol” Announces 7 of Top 24 Finalists
Tension increases as the world’s top reality singing contest chops down its finalists to the Top 24, with the seven contestants now revealed.
American Idol Takes Off in New England

The ninth season of the much awaited reality singing competition has finally begun, with judges Simon Cowell, Randy Jackson and Kara DioGuardi-plus guest judge Victoria Beckham taking New England by storm.
Is Ellen Welcome on American Idol? It’s a YES for Kara DioGuardi

Indeed talk show host Ellen DeGeneres is confirmed to be filling Paula Abdul’s seat on the judges’ panel in American Idol, but is she welcome to join the likes of Simon Cowell, Randy Jackson and Kara Dioguardi?
American Idol Update: The Remaining Judges Speak about Abdul’s Idol Exit

With Paula Abdul gone and the first auditions of American Idol beginning in Denver, former Spice Girl Victoria Beckham was spotted around Denver as she subs for Abdul’s spot on the show. Simon Cowell, Randy Jackson and Kara DioGuardi spoke about how they felt with Paula not judging with them this year.
Judge Kara DioGuardi Returns Next Season on American Idol

Simon Cowell, Randy Jackson and Ryan Seacrast were all safe to return for the next season of American Idol. Now, as Paula Abdul’s camp and fans wait if her contract is renewed, Kara DioGuardi has been announced to return for another round of Idol.
“Idol” Judge Kara DioGuardi Gets Married

Los Angeles, Calif.-Kara DioGuardi, the latest addition to the “American Idol” panel of judges, just tied the knot recently.
Special Honors Given to ‘Idol’ Wannabes

Los Angeles, Calif.- Kris Allen may have bagged this season’s “American Idol” crown, but he’s not the only winner in the competition.


