A Guide to American Idol Judges of Seasons Past and Present
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Ellen DeGeneres Arrives at American Idol Gives Back 2007
Season 9.
Comedian Ellen DeGeneres joined the ninth season of Idol when Paula Abdul left. Despite her 5-year agreement, Ellen decided to move on after just one season. Once Jennifer Lopez had been secured as a replacement, FOX let her out of her contract.
