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Nick Jonas Is In Talks to Join FOX’s American Idol

Nick Jonas
(© David Gordon)
Nick Jonas
(© David Gordon)

Singer and Broadway star Nick Jonas is in talks to become a judge on FOX’s American Idol next season, according to published reports.


Two of the series’ previous judges, Jennifer Lopez and Steven Tyler, are not returning to the reality competition, while the third judge, Randy Jackson, has not confirmed his participation. Singer Mariah Carey has reportedly signed up for the panel.


Jonas recently starred on Broadway in How to Succeed in Business Without Really Trying and previously appeared on Broadway in Les Miserables. He also guest starred on the first season of NBC’s Smash. He is best known as part of the world-famous singing group, Jonas Brothers.


American Idol is hosted by Ryan Seacrest.